Kenda's new Big Block Tires - Page 6

slowoldguy · 01-19-2011, 05:04 PM

The folks at Mitchell's Cycle sports were skeptical ....but successful on their tire machine. Said it was pretty much Goldwing bad. Looks real good on the rim. Now just need to balance them and stick them on the Big Ugly.

I sent a bunch of stuff to the powder-coater and I should get it back tomorrow I'm hoping it's all back together for the weekend. It looks rideable.

zouch · 01-19-2011, 07:28 PM

nope; max pressure for a 150/70-17 TKC 80 is 40PSI.

cheers!

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Originally Posted by BobbySands

bout the same for a TKC, no?

Rob Dirt · 01-20-2011, 03:49 AM

slowoldguy · 01-20-2011, 05:50 AM

Just want to say that to those that were concerned about fitment , while still large, the tire when mounted to the rim does not look absurdly large. There must have been some "illusion" caused by new stiff Kenda and the worn and more flexible TKC. A more accurate comparison of width would have been new to new , or worn to worn, or mounted to mounted. But it sure freaked me out. ;)

bigdave-gs · 01-20-2011, 12:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slowoldguy

The folks at Mitchell's Cycle sports were skeptical ....but successful on their tire machine. Said it was pretty much Goldwing bad. Looks real good on the rim. Now just need to balance them and stick them on the Big Ugly.

I sent a bunch of stuff to the powder-coater and I should get it back tomorrow I'm hoping it's all back together for the weekend. It looks rideable.

SOG, I aways us Airsoft BB's on my TKC's, works great. 1oz for the front and 2oz for the rear.

Spoke · 01-20-2011, 12:57 PM

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Originally Posted by bigdave-gs

SOG, I aways us Airsoft BB's on my TKC's, works great. 1oz for the front and 2oz for the rear.

You and me think alike, though I've been known to use old school copper BBs too!

walrond · 01-20-2011, 02:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slowoldguy

Just want to say that to those that were concerned about fitment , while still large, the tire when mounted to the rim does not look absurdly large. There must have been some "illusion" caused by new stiff Kenda and the worn and more flexible TKC. A more accurate comparison of width would have been new to new , or worn to worn, or mounted to mounted. But it sure freaked me out. ;)

When you get a chance, I would love to see a picture of it on the bike.

Kokopelli · 01-20-2011, 02:15 PM

slowoldguy · 01-20-2011, 09:10 PM

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Originally Posted by walrond

When you get a chance, I would love to see a picture of it on the bike.

You and me both. Waiting on some parts that were supposed to be here Tuesday.

lightfighter · 01-21-2011, 05:54 PM

also curious to see the loaded bike sitting on the tire with no air or maybe 10 lbs in it.

slowoldguy · 01-21-2011, 08:51 PM

Well.....almost.

Front is on the bike. Bike back together, except keeping the rear wheel off to finish a couple maintenance items. Should be ready to give it a ride by tomorrow afternoon. Will take some shitty iphone photos and have the nephew post pics.

yellowbirdrs · 01-21-2011, 10:43 PM

ghostrider1964 · 01-22-2011, 01:09 PM

Here are some pics on inmate SlowOldGuys GSA of the Big Block

The front....

The Rear...Is her butt big or is it just me

Swingarm clearance...should be ok as long as ya don't collect alot of gooh

view in front of pannier...looks sweet...Waiting to see how it works for SOG...He had only putted to my house for the pics

GapRunr · 01-22-2011, 02:32 PM

After seeing these earlier this week in this thread, I ordered a set from my distributor to try them out. I got the rear mounted today.

This is one tough tire to mount. I used three of the Motion Pro lightweight T6 combo levers, some Windex, and a little swearing in three languages. At one point I even checked to make sure it was actually a 17 inch tire. The sidewall is very stiff. This could almost qualify as a run flat. It took about 3 minutes to get the tire 85% mounted, and then another 20 minutes to get the last 10 inches of sidewall over the edge of the rim. I'm sure with a machine it would be a no brainer, but with three spoons it was a little bit of a workout. I did it indoors in my warehouse which is about 55 degrees today. I'm pretty sure it would be a lot easier on a hot summer day.

I haven't mounted the front yet, so no test ride today but as soon as I take it out I'll post an initial impression.

Here are a coupe of pics of it on the rim. Someone posted pics mounted on the bike a few posts back. And yes, it does stand by itself when inflated. When mounted it measures 6 1/8" in width and 25 5/8" in height.

I'm hoping to mount the front tomorrow and then take it for a ride.

mouthfulloflake · 01-22-2011, 02:51 PM

the tires look great, cant wait to get some reports on how they handle, and last.

has anyone found a better price than $135 with free shipping for the rear?

http://www.epiccycleparts.com/produc...7841721B0.html

01-19-2011, 05:04 PM	#76
slowoldguy Tire Tester Joined: Jun 2004 Location: West of Waco, Texas Oddometer: 6,190	The folks at Mitchell's Cycle sports were skeptical ....but successful on their tire machine. Said it was pretty much Goldwing bad. Looks real good on the rim. Now just need to balance them and stick them on the Big Ugly. I sent a bunch of stuff to the powder-coater and I should get it back tomorrow I'm hoping it's all back together for the weekend. It looks rideable. __________________ Roll The Bones IV- What's coming next? http://www.rollthebonesrally.com/ "If you can't fix it with a hammer you can damn sure teach it a lesson".

01-20-2011, 03:49 AM	#78
Rob Dirt More or less in line Joined: Oct 2006 Location: Mobile Oddometer: 2,251	__________________ Heart of Dixie

01-20-2011, 05:50 AM	#79
slowoldguy Tire Tester Joined: Jun 2004 Location: West of Waco, Texas Oddometer: 6,190	Just want to say that to those that were concerned about fitment , while still large, the tire when mounted to the rim does not look absurdly large. There must have been some "illusion" caused by new stiff Kenda and the worn and more flexible TKC. A more accurate comparison of width would have been new to new , or worn to worn, or mounted to mounted. But it sure freaked me out. ;) __________________ Roll The Bones IV- What's coming next? http://www.rollthebonesrally.com/ "If you can't fix it with a hammer you can damn sure teach it a lesson".

01-20-2011, 02:15 PM	#83
Kokopelli Yeah, right! Joined: May 2003 Location: Waimauku Oddometer: 4,250	__________________ R1150GS R80GS Basic __________________

01-21-2011, 08:51 PM	#86
slowoldguy Tire Tester Joined: Jun 2004 Location: West of Waco, Texas Oddometer: 6,190	Well.....almost. Front is on the bike. Bike back together, except keeping the rear wheel off to finish a couple maintenance items. Should be ready to give it a ride by tomorrow afternoon. Will take some shitty iphone photos and have the nephew post pics. __________________ Roll The Bones IV- What's coming next? http://www.rollthebonesrally.com/ "If you can't fix it with a hammer you can damn sure teach it a lesson".

01-21-2011, 05:54 PM	#85
lightfighter where does this go? Joined: Dec 2007 Location: Sierra Vista AZ. Oddometer: 1,887	also curious to see the loaded bike sitting on the tire with no air or maybe 10 lbs in it.

01-21-2011, 10:43 PM	#87
yellowbirdrs Studly Adventurer Joined: Jan 2009 Location: Ags. MX Oddometer: 960

01-22-2011, 01:09 PM	#88
ghostrider1964 Edumacated Red Neck Joined: Oct 2007 Location: Heart of Texas Oddometer: 5,473	Pics of kenda Here are some pics on inmate SlowOldGuys GSA of the Big Block The front.... The Rear...Is her butt big or is it just me Swingarm clearance...should be ok as long as ya don't collect alot of gooh view in front of pannier...looks sweet...Waiting to see how it works for SOG...He had only putted to my house for the pics __________________ 2008 R1200 GSA (Ghostrider), HP2E, 08KLR685,FOR SALE "Fuck'em. I'm a lifer. " SlowOldGuy TEXAS-ROLL THE BONES RALLY4 10/25-10/27/2013 http://www.rollthebonesrally.com/

01-22-2011, 02:32 PM	#89
GapRunr Gnarly Adventurer Joined: Oct 2005 Location: East TN / Smokies Oddometer: 382	Got the rear mounted After seeing these earlier this week in this thread, I ordered a set from my distributor to try them out. I got the rear mounted today. This is one tough tire to mount. I used three of the Motion Pro lightweight T6 combo levers, some Windex, and a little swearing in three languages. At one point I even checked to make sure it was actually a 17 inch tire. The sidewall is very stiff. This could almost qualify as a run flat. It took about 3 minutes to get the tire 85% mounted, and then another 20 minutes to get the last 10 inches of sidewall over the edge of the rim. I'm sure with a machine it would be a no brainer, but with three spoons it was a little bit of a workout. I did it indoors in my warehouse which is about 55 degrees today. I'm pretty sure it would be a lot easier on a hot summer day. I haven't mounted the front yet, so no test ride today but as soon as I take it out I'll post an initial impression. Here are a coupe of pics of it on the rim. Someone posted pics mounted on the bike a few posts back. And yes, it does stand by itself when inflated. When mounted it measures 6 1/8" in width and 25 5/8" in height. I'm hoping to mount the front tomorrow and then take it for a ride. __________________ GapRunr Dual Sport Touring 07 R1200GSA - 81 R80g/s - 88 Hawk GT - 06 TW200 SuperDuper Tenere

01-22-2011, 02:51 PM	#90
mouthfulloflake Not afraid Joined: Aug 2008 Location: N.W. Arkansas Oddometer: 11,221	the tires look great, cant wait to get some reports on how they handle, and last. has anyone found a better price than $135 with free shipping for the rear? http://www.epiccycleparts.com/produc...7841721B0.html __________________ "A little inaccuracy sometimes saves a ton of explanation." - H. H. Munro (Saki) (1870-1916)

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