Tire size for talon 1000r

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Those 32's are Tusk Terrabites, I found the sidewalls a little soft for the jagged rocks I've encountered, my current tires are 32" BFG KM3's UTV tire. I believe @CID is currently running 30" BFG K02's LT tire? The LT tires are a little heavier but cost less than UTV specific tires.
Yep, I'm running the BFG K02 in 30 x 15 but they ride a little harsh. They weigh 39.7 lbs. each without a rim. They're wearing like iron though. :) When I need another set, I'm leaning towards the UTV specific 30 x 15 KM3s hoping for a plusher ride (+ the Shock Therapy shocks). They're considerably more expensive than the K02's, like $60 per tire IIRC. :oops:

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Yep, I'm running the BFG K02 in 30 x 15 but they ride a little harsh. They weigh 39.7 lbs. each without a rim. They're wearing like iron though. :) When I need another set, I'm leaning towards the UTV specific 30 x 15 KM3s hoping for a plusher ride (+ the Shock Therapy shocks). They're considerably more expensive than the K02's, like $60 per tire IIRC. :oops:

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Have you changed the shocks yet? I did the sway bar thing, you may want to run mine again! Way better - sometimeso_O
 
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Those 32's are Tusk Terrabites, I found the sidewalls a little soft for the jagged rocks I've encountered, my current tires are 32" BFG KM3's UTV tire. I believe @CID is currently running 30" BFG K02's LT tire? The LT tires are a little heavier but cost less than UTV specific tires.
I was looking at the tusk terrabite in a 30". I don't think I'll have the problem with the sidewalls where we go. Thanks a lot for all the info, I'm new to all of this so I really appreciate it
 
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Have you changed the shocks yet? I did the sway bar thing, you may want to run mine again! Way better - sometimeso_O
Not yet, they need to have their pressures checked, I'll get them in right after Christmas. I'm grounded til March anyway (winter dontchaknow). Way better 'sometimes' - LOL - trophy truck handling takes a while to get used to, all that weight rolling over on the outside rear. :p
I was looking at the tusk terrabite in a 30". I don't think I'll have the problem with the sidewalls where we go. Thanks a lot for all the info, I'm new to all of this so I really appreciate it
The Terrabite is an awesome tire and last forever. Their weaknesses are sidewalls and beadlocks on some individual tires (inconsistent bead widths on 'some' tires causing leakage). If you don't have beadlocks and sidewall concerns, they're an excellent choice.
 
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Not yet, they need to have their pressures checked, I'll get them in right after Christmas. I'm grounded til March anyway (winter dontchaknow). Way better 'sometimes' - LOL - trophy truck handling takes a while to get used to, all that weight rolling over on the outside rear. :p

The Terrabite is an awesome tire and last forever. Their weaknesses are sidewalls and beadlocks on some individual tires (inconsistent bead widths on 'some' tires causing leakage). If you don't have beadlocks and sidewall concerns, they're an excellent choice.
(winter dontchaknow) sorry, i forgot.:cool:
 
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I went with 31x10x15 terrabites. No rubbing no noticeable loss of power. Very happy with them. I felt 30's would be too small but 32's would rub, thus I went with 31's/ Joe at TeamFASmotorsports gave me a super killer deal on wheels and tires.
 
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I went with 31x10x15 terrabites. No rubbing no noticeable loss of power. Very happy with them. I felt 30's would be too small but 32's would rub, thus I went with 31's/ Joe at TeamFASmotorsports gave me a super killer deal on wheels and tires.
I bought 32x10x15 terrabite and ITP cyclone 15x7 wheels. Got the tires but wheels will be here tomorrow. Guess I'll find out if I made the right choice
 
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I bought 32x10x15 terrabite and ITP cyclone 15x7 wheels. Got the tires but wheels will be here tomorrow. Guess I'll find out if I made the right choice
Sweet! Dont forget the before and after pics to post up!
 
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Check your steering rack and tie rods ends. I had to replace mine at around 24,000 miles and expect I will be replacing it again before 50,000. I'm at 34,623 miles now and have a little play. The large tires may need a steering rack at 20,000. Its best to check the left front at full lock. There is a tab on the lower A-arm and it should have about 1 inch of clearance when new. Mine is at 1/2 inch now.


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Check your steering rack and tie rods ends. I had to replace mine at around 24,000 miles and expect I will be replacing it again before 50,000. I'm at 34,623 miles now and have a little play. The large tires may need a steering rack at 20,000. Its best to check the left front at full lock. There is a tab on the lower A-arm and it should have about 1 inch of clearance when new. Mine is at 1/2 inch now.


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Check your steering rack and tie rods ends. I had to replace mine at around 24,000 miles and expect I will be replacing it again before 50,000. I'm at 34,623 miles now and have a little play. The large tires may need a steering rack at 20,000. Its best to check the left front at full lock. There is a tab on the lower A-arm and it should have about 1 inch of clearance when new. Mine is at 1/2 inch now.


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Thanks for the info
 
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Not yet, they need to have their pressures checked, I'll get them in right after Christmas. I'm grounded til March anyway (winter dontchaknow). Way better 'sometimes' - LOL - trophy truck handling takes a while to get used to, all that weight rolling over on the outside rear. :p

The Terrabite is an awesome tire and last forever. Their weaknesses are sidewalls and beadlocks on some individual tires (inconsistent bead widths on 'some' tires causing leakage). If you don't have beadlocks and sidewall concerns, they're an excellent choice.
I can attest to the "leakage" issue with the Terrabite!! I've got 1 that will be flat in a week and another that doesn't lose any. The other two have slow leaks that require air every month. I ride 2-3 times per month and average 75-100 miles per ride. I've tried cleaning the wheel&tire Re-seating & re-torquing the bead locks with no luck. I like the tire but airing them up just so I keep it sitting level in the garage (between rides) is a pain in the ass!
 
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