Tire Options for a 500

[ohanacreek]

No idea not my rig, I think depending on tire size and rim offset it might rub.

 

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[Fordman]

I just installed a set of 26/9/14 & 26/11/14 moto mtc no rubbing issues at all , gained over 2in of clearance , I've tried to upload a couple of pics & can't figure it out ? Anyone know how ? Thanks

 

[bobbyhill]

@Fordman IF you want to post a picture in a thread all you have to do is drag it into the text box from your desktop or picture folder. or you can go to the media tab and create a folder of your own and then you can use the upload button to add pictures. after you get them all in there then you can link them. If you need more help then this message me and ill be happy to help you figure it out.

 

[Hondasxs]

@Fordman, I sent you a message. I will see about ur issue.

 

[Fordman]

Thank you

 

[Christian92]

Just tried out my 25" mud lights and they pulled fine in very very thick mud, didn't bog the motor down any

 

[Fordman]

Looks good , I like the bumper too !

 

[Christian92]

Bumpers not priced to bad either very sturdy and helps protect the radiator had it two days and a stick stabbed the radiator pretty bad in the hunting club my advice would be to get something quick love my p500 but one of the design flaws I didn't like

 

[jak9922]

Dude simple answer if you ride rutty rock rooty trails go with maxx is big horns the original not 2.0 best tried and true sxs tire ( I have them on. Order) 27" on stock rim size more rubber more grip softer ride then 14" rims but if u ride all out fields back roads ect. Then definitely jump to 14" rims less side wall rubber= less tire roll= better handling now it u like to mud then my (only my opinion ) choice would have been the itp 589s those thing throw mud in shovels but I belive the changed to midlites or something like that

 

[Muddog]

I just put these 26x11x12 26x9x12 Kenda Bear Claw Evo's. No issues with rubbing or turning.

@Colt, What are you using for wheels?

 

[ncred02]

My ripsaws arrived 20 minutes ago. Lots of great reviews. They look mean. Dying to get them mounted

 

[jak9922]

I opted for the ripsaws over big horns and i def dont regret it 1 bit

 

[bobbyhill]

Welcome to the Club @Christian92 !!

 

[p500fan]

I was worried about front tire width as well. I purchased 30mm wheel spacers, in case my 27"x11"x14" fronts rubbed. I'm thankful that they were not needed. There is plenty of clearance for tire width, but you are limited to 27" in diameter, unless you plan to do a frame mod. I was insistent on running the same tire in all four corners, and I wanted as wide as possible for floatation. If you have never driven across AK tundra, you have not experienced "weird". You have to have ground clearance, floatation, AND serious traction. Imagine driving over a wet sponge, with basketballs underneath, and every once in a while, a hole that has no bottom. (If they ever make a locking front differential for these things, I'm buying it.) Like @jak9922, I'm also sold on the Ripsaws. They were the best option to the terrain I might face, as my little island has tundra, mountain trails, swamps, & beaches. It also has few roads, (and I am a wannabe explorer), so I have to have something that will get me where I want to go (and back).

 

[bobbyhill]

I was worried about front tire width as well. I purchased 30mm wheel spacers, in case my 27"x11"x14" fronts rubbed. I'm thankful that they were not needed. There is plenty of clearance for tire width, but you are limited to 27" in diameter, unless you plan to do a frame mod. I was insistent on running the same tire in all four corners, and I wanted as wide as possible for floatation. If you have never driven across AK tundra, you have not experienced "weird". You have to have ground clearance, floatation, AND serious traction. Imagine driving over a wet sponge, with basketballs underneath, and every once in a while, a hole that has no bottom. (If they ever make a locking front differential for these things, I'm buying it.) Like @jak9922, I'm also sold on the Ripsaws. They were the best option to the terrain I might face, as my little island has tundra, mountain trails, swamps, & beaches. It also has few roads, (and I am a wannabe explorer), so I have to have something that will get me where I want to go (and back).

Great description of the terrain!!!! It seems like I always find that hole with no bottom, I Never go anywhere without, enough time to get it unstuck!

 

[JACKAL]

I have grown fond of STI Roctane XD 8 ply radial tires. I have been through some very technical rides where multiple machines went down from cut, punctured, or tires pushed off the rims and I have not had a flat yet. I have been super impressed with the low speed crawling traction they have provided me at Brimston, Windrock, Royal Blue all in TN as well as in the mountains in Utah Paiute Trail system.

For the P500 I will run 26 x 9 x 12 on stock rims all the way around. Should have pictures by tomorrow afternoon.