P500 P500 Tire and Wheel pics

HiFive

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Looks like a fashion show 😂. Nice looking tires and rig. Are you using spacers? If so what size?
 
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Well after over 600 miles, Buggy finally got some big boy shoes. Kenda Bear Claw HTR 26x9x12 in front and 26x11x12 in rear all on ITP Delta 5+2 wheels. This setup raised him about 1.5" and he's at about 52" wide. I just took him on a 35 mile trail ride and all I can say is "WOW!". He's a totally different machine. I can't believe the difference in the ride quality. And the extra height is more than welcome. We went through some pretty thick mud, up and down some rocky hills, through some large puddles, and rode high speed (for the P5) on gravel. The performance in all aspects is improved over stock. For any one who is hesitating new tires my advice is just do it. I'm now sorry I waited a Dear.View attachment 218782
Do you notice any power or speed loss? I like these a lot and also like that it's only 52" wide.
 
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Do you notice any power or speed loss? I like these a lot and also like that it's only 52" wide.

I have 27" HTRs on my P5s and absolutely love them. I have 4+3 offset wheels and I'm 53, 53.5" wide. (9s front, 11s rear)

Regarding power and speed: My P5s were slow before; they still are. You may have to start off in 1st gear instead of 2nd more often. No speed loss, some say faster with bigger tires, I've never checked. Slow is slow.
 
M88A1

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Replaced OEM tires for Switchback 26x9x12 tires.
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