Offset Math Help

[KyGal83]

Need help with Offset Math...

I know we have talked this issue into the ground. So much so that just thinking of it makes my head hurt... and yet I still need help. Sorry in advance.

I just need rough estimates, and a better understanding of this exact circumstance.

I currently have a 5+2 offset, if I switch that to a 2+5 offset. What is the effect?

Based on this chart I will be wider. Correct? If so how many inches wider from my CURRENT set up? Which with 5+2 is roughly 53 inches.

 

[Admin]

 

[Mopower58]

Definitely wider, about 6 inches wider total. 59” total. I’m no math expert, but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express several years ago. 🤣

 

[Jankyeye]

3" on each side sounds right. Possibly rub on back of front wheel well at full lock. More strain on bearings/bushings. maybe find a set of 2" spacers to play with before buying new wheels.

 

[Adam490]

If you're going from a 5+2 setup at 53" to a 2+5 setup, you'd be around 59".

Edit: s***... we all 3 replied at the same time lol

 

[Gator]

Definitely wider, about 6 inches wider total. 59” total. I’m no math expert, but I did stay at a Holiday Inn Express several years ago. 🤣

Agreed

 

[KyGal83]

59 is what I was thinking as well. 3 on each side. Thanks!

@Mopower58 @Adam490 @Jankyeye

 

[KyGal83]

3" on each side sounds right. Possibly rub on back of front wheel well at full lock. More strain on bearings/bushings. maybe find a set of 2" spacers to play with before buying new wheels.

Yep. I have a set of the RB3 Wide Track Bundle ( 1" inch front, 1.5" rears). Going to add those to my current set up for now. Doing some other upgrades this winter.

 

[trigger]

Without forward arched A arms you're probably going to rub, and bad. I put 11's on a 5+2 and 1" spacers, it was terrible! Took the spacers off and it was good.

 

[Backwoods]

Definitely wider, about 6 inches wider total. 59” total. I’m no math expert, but I was a custodian at a Holiday Inn Express several years ago till I got caught stealing guests underwear

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

 

[Blownzuki]

I told you, be a bad ass and buy a Talon! Futzin will get over it.

 

[WagginTail]

This should help you understand. Scroll down and click on wheel offset calculator. This site has many other features as well. Good luck

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[futzin]

I told you, be a bad ass and buy a Talon! Futzin will get over it.

Due to recent events, I may buy one first!

 

[KyGal83]

I told you, be a bad ass and buy a Talon! Futzin will get over it.

I love my P5. I think everyone should learn to drive in one... You might wanna get a P5 and learn too Ditch Rider.

Futz is an awesome friend, he will support me in whatever machine that makes me happy. Plus I am about 75% sure I am going with long travel on my P5.

 

[Red500]

I love my P5. I think everyone should learn to drive in one... You might wanna get a P5 and learn too Ditch Rider.

Futz is an awesome friend, he will support me in whatever machine that makes me happy.

I agree, I think everyone should start out in a P5 until they learn to drive. I obviously haven't learned to drive yet and that's why I'm still in one.

 

[KyGal83]

I agree, I think everyone should start out in a P5.

Right... it teaches you alot!

 

[futzin]

Due to recent events, I may buy one first!

I don't mean it.

 

[906UP]

I love my P5. I think everyone should learn to drive in one... You might wanna get a P5 and learn too Ditch Rider.

Futz is an awesome friend, he will support me in whatever machine that makes me happy. Plus I am about 75% sure I am going with long travel on my P5.

Futz has a long travel he'll sell you right about now

 

[JACKAL]

I love my P5. I think everyone should learn to drive in one... You might wanna get a P5 and learn too Ditch Rider.

Futz is an awesome friend, he will support me in whatever machine that makes me happy. Plus I am about 75% sure I am going with long travel on my P5.

What you are asking about will very noticeably affect your steering geometry in a negative way. By pushing out approx. 3" on each side when turning, it's going to turn with increased difficulty and at speed (what little there is) will definitely feel weird. Just an FYI

If you are determined to go wider, a more proper method would be getting the long travel kit from @jak9922 with longer A-arms, axles, and if in the budget much better shocks, you would gain more travel, ground clearance, and a notable better ride all without the negative effect of going from a 30mm OEM offset to 80mm offset.

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[KyGal83]

Futz has a long travel he'll sell you right about now

😆... No he doesn't. He still loves it, he is just a little upset with it.

 

[906UP]

What you are asking about will very noticeably affect your steering geometry in a negative way. By pushing out approx. 3" on each side when turning, it's going to turn with increased difficulty and at speed (what little there is) will definitely feel weird. Just an FYI

If you are determined to go wider, a more proper method would be getting the long travel kit from @jak9922 with longer A-arms, axles, and if in the budget much better shocks, you would gain more travel, ground clearance, and a notable better ride all without the negative effect of going from a 30mm OEM offset to 80mm offset.

Honda Pioneer Riders | starting a new batch of long travel kits next week looking to fill 2 more spots | Facebook

starting a new batch of long travel kits next week looking to fill 2 more spots. let me know if you are interested. price is 2800$ powdered and shipped with axles 2400$ without axles

www.facebook.com

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