THE BIGWHEEL THREAD!!! Yamaha BW350, BW200 - Page 53

Mr. BigWheel · 12-28-2012, 06:42 PM

Very nice to know, Jaubuchon. Gracias.

This was from a tire testing session today. Five days of 40 knot winds polishes a frozen lake to a mirror-like perfection.

These are the tracks of a slightly crossed-up BW:

Röhrich · 12-29-2012, 02:12 AM

Hi,

I'm new here, and I'm from Holland/Germany. I'm rebuilding my Big Wheel 200es and I saw here in this great threat
that there are people with ITP tires 25 x 12 - 9. I'm looking for these tires, but I would like to know if they fit good in the
rear swingarm. Because I will get a German road license for the BW200 and my dads BW350.

Thanks,

Röhrich

sticker · 12-29-2012, 06:32 AM

^^^That is by far the coolest photo of a BigWheel I have ever seen!! The lakes down here are almost thick enough for ice fishing...hmmmmm.

Mr. BigWheel · 12-29-2012, 01:18 PM

You owe it to yourself Sticker. You wouldn't think that you could have fun for so long just going around in circles. Little circles. Big circles. Slow circles. Fast ones. All sideways. Finest entertainment available.

Röhrich,

Welcome aboard! The 350 in the picture above is sporting the largest 25" tire I've ever mounted. It fits with 3mm rally studs and a fairly worn chain. It is a 25x12-9. If that fits in the swingarm, I think anything would.

Regards,

Mr. BigWheel

Röhrich · 12-30-2012, 01:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by truckinwagen

Goodmorning,

Thank you Mr. Bigwheel, this are the tires I mean:
Is there someone who could make a picture how it fits in the rear swingarm?
Because when its to big, I cannot get it thrue the german Tüv. That means, no road license.

Regards,

Röhrich

RWBWheel · 12-31-2012, 12:53 AM

Hi, I have the 25x12x9 on the back of my 200n and it is tight with one half inch of space between the left swingarm and the rubber in one area ,the rest is better clearance, rocks and crud does build up some...
Check the Duro 4 Ply's..the tread I believe is more road worthy and apt to pass inspection.
Mine is plated and have had it on the pavement some lately and they behave pretty well...
Ill post pics when i figure out the rest of photobucket..

Röhrich · 12-31-2012, 11:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. BigWheel

You owe it to yourself Sticker. You wouldn't think that you could have fun for so long just going around in circles. Little circles. Big circles. Slow circles. Fast ones. All sideways. Finest entertainment available.

Röhrich,

Welcome aboard! The 350 in the picture above is sporting the largest 25" tire I've ever mounted. It fits with 3mm rally studs and a fairly worn chain. It is a 25x12-9. If that fits in the swingarm, I think anything would.

Regards,

Mr. BigWheel

Hi Mr. BigWheel,

please could you give me an indication how much space is left free in between tire and swingarm ( BW350 ) ?
Just for waging german ( european ) MOT specs.

Thanxs and have a good new year to you all.

/ Röhrich

Duster11 · 12-31-2012, 07:11 PM

The 200 is doing well, did basic maintenance (new primary chain, lubed swingarm, new air filter, oil & filter changed, painted exhaust). Runs like a champ. Now to see who will win the crown. The Rokon will go 20 mph top speed so that's a win for the BW. In slow speed, steep trail riding, the edge is to the Rokon. Once the weather warms up (I hear you laughing Mr Bigwheel) I'll take them both out for a real shootout.

Shercoman · 01-01-2013, 07:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mr. BigWheel

Very nice to know, Jaubuchon. Gracias.

This was from a tire testing session today. Five days of 40 knot winds polishes a frozen lake to a mirror-like perfection.

These are the tracks of a slightly crossed-up BW:

What tire and size is that? Is this the aluminum rim?
I need to order a tire for mine.
Closer picture of the tread and swingarm clearance please?
Thanks!!!

kobayashi-maru · 01-01-2013, 08:52 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duster11

The 200 is doing well, did basic maintenance (new primary chain, lubed swingarm, new air filter, oil & filter changed, painted exhaust). Runs like a champ. Now to see who will win the crown. The Rokon will go 20 mph top speed so that's a win for the BW. In slow speed, steep trail riding, the edge is to the Rokon. Once the weather warms up (I hear you laughing Mr Bigwheel) I'll take them both out for a real shootout.

Hi, i´m new here ( following this thread for quiet a while.... ).
Honestly i´d love to compare your ROKON vs. my Ecorider230D

Woud be fun.
Posted some clips on the tube.
Had some comparison with my BW200ES and both where great in the bushes and forrests.
BW200ES pro´s: speed, handling, weight
Ecorider230D pro´s: DIESEL ( multi-fuel ), weight ( mules thru like a tractor), REVERSE gear, hitch.

Neg´s of both: no EU Roadregistration, yet - but we are working on this

all of u have a good 2013 !!

banzaai,

KoMa

kubiak · 01-01-2013, 09:54 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duster11

The 200 is doing well, did basic maintenance (new primary chain, lubed swingarm, new air filter, oil & filter changed, painted exhaust). Runs like a champ. Now to see who will win the crown. The Rokon will go 20 mph top speed so that's a win for the BW. In slow speed, steep trail riding, the edge is to the Rokon. Once the weather warms up (I hear you laughing Mr Bigwheel) I'll take them both out for a real shootout.

i see a superbird?

Lonestar2112 · 01-01-2013, 08:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Duster11

Duster,

Love the MOPAR!

Mr. BigWheel · 01-02-2013, 01:56 AM

Röhrich,

There was about 15 to 20 millimeters between the tire and the swing arm. I did not think that I could safely put rally studs into that tire without having clearance issues.

However, since that time, my chain has stretched considerably (usually falling off in the middle of a ride with Cliff) and there is considerably more room. Perhaps you could use an old worn out chain for the inspection for the road license?

I'll get a picture of the clearance for you and Shercoman when the daylight comes back.

This is a stock picture of the tire:

This is the Duro HF 243 25x12-9. I'm using it to determine if it is worth getting a 24x11-10 for the Shercoman-modded wheel.

Regards,

Mr. BigWheel

Duster11 · 01-02-2013, 05:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lonestar2112

Duster,

Love the MOPAR!

The Superbird - yeah, I like unusual vehicles. Hence the reason I bought a BW.

Hey, my friend has a 350 that I may be able to talk him out of. More details to follow. Here it is:

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RWBWheel · 01-02-2013, 05:50 PM

Duro 4 plys on the 200. 25 x 12 x 9 is a tight fit but works.....
the tread pattern on the 25 x 12 x 8 front Duro rides higher than stock, steering head angle is hardy different.

12-28-2012, 06:42 PM	#781
Mr. BigWheel ^OP b00b Joined: Mar 2009 Location: South central Alaska Oddometer: 539	Very nice to know, Jaubuchon. Gracias. This was from a tire testing session today. Five days of 40 knot winds polishes a frozen lake to a mirror-like perfection. These are the tracks of a slightly crossed-up BW: __________________ The BigWheel channel - Home of the self-aggrandizing Enduro Alaska videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/MisterBigWheel?feature=mhum

12-29-2012, 02:12 AM	#782
Röhrich big wheel freak Joined: Dec 2012 Location: Germany\Netherlands Oddometer: 33	ITP tires Hi, I'm new here, and I'm from Holland/Germany. I'm rebuilding my Big Wheel 200es and I saw here in this great threat that there are people with ITP tires 25 x 12 - 9. I'm looking for these tires, but I would like to know if they fit good in the rear swingarm. Because I will get a German road license for the BW200 and my dads BW350. Thanks, Röhrich

12-29-2012, 01:18 PM	#784
Mr. BigWheel ^OP b00b Joined: Mar 2009 Location: South central Alaska Oddometer: 539	You owe it to yourself Sticker. You wouldn't think that you could have fun for so long just going around in circles. Little circles. Big circles. Slow circles. Fast ones. All sideways. Finest entertainment available. Röhrich, Welcome aboard! The 350 in the picture above is sporting the largest 25" tire I've ever mounted. It fits with 3mm rally studs and a fairly worn chain. It is a 25x12-9. If that fits in the swingarm, I think anything would. Regards, Mr. BigWheel __________________ The BigWheel channel - Home of the self-aggrandizing Enduro Alaska videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/MisterBigWheel?feature=mhum

12-31-2012, 07:11 PM	#788
Duster11 n00b Joined: Dec 2012 Oddometer: 9	BW200 vs Rokon The 200 is doing well, did basic maintenance (new primary chain, lubed swingarm, new air filter, oil & filter changed, painted exhaust). Runs like a champ. Now to see who will win the crown. The Rokon will go 20 mph top speed so that's a win for the BW. In slow speed, steep trail riding, the edge is to the Rokon. Once the weather warms up (I hear you laughing Mr Bigwheel) I'll take them both out for a real shootout. __________________ I like Big Wheels and I cannot lie! 1986 BW200 \| 1987 BW350 \| 1999 Rokon Trailbreaker \| 1992 RT100 \| 2002 XT225 1970 Plymouth Superbird \| 1970 Dodge Charger R/T \| 1976 Plymouth Feather Duster \| (2) 1976 Dodge Dart \| 1974 Plymouth Duster \| 2005 Jeep Wrangler \| 1996 Dodge Dakota

01-02-2013, 01:56 AM	#793
Mr. BigWheel ^OP b00b Joined: Mar 2009 Location: South central Alaska Oddometer: 539	Röhrich, There was about 15 to 20 millimeters between the tire and the swing arm. I did not think that I could safely put rally studs into that tire without having clearance issues. However, since that time, my chain has stretched considerably (usually falling off in the middle of a ride with Cliff) and there is considerably more room. Perhaps you could use an old worn out chain for the inspection for the road license? I'll get a picture of the clearance for you and Shercoman when the daylight comes back. This is a stock picture of the tire: This is the Duro HF 243 25x12-9. I'm using it to determine if it is worth getting a 24x11-10 for the Shercoman-modded wheel. Regards, Mr. BigWheel __________________ The BigWheel channel - Home of the self-aggrandizing Enduro Alaska videos: http://www.youtube.com/user/MisterBigWheel?feature=mhum

12-29-2012, 06:32 AM	#783
sticker n00b Joined: Nov 2012 Location: Peterborough, Ontario, Canada Oddometer: 9	^^^That is by far the coolest photo of a BigWheel I have ever seen!! The lakes down here are almost thick enough for ice fishing...hmmmmm.

12-31-2012, 12:53 AM	#786
RWBWheel Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Pacific Northwest-Everett Wa. Oddometer: 45	Hi, I have the 25x12x9 on the back of my 200n and it is tight with one half inch of space between the left swingarm and the rubber in one area ,the rest is better clearance, rocks and crud does build up some... Check the Duro 4 Ply's..the tread I believe is more road worthy and apt to pass inspection. Mine is plated and have had it on the pavement some lately and they behave pretty well... Ill post pics when i figure out the rest of photobucket..

01-02-2013, 05:50 PM	#795
RWBWheel Adventurer Joined: Oct 2012 Location: Pacific Northwest-Everett Wa. Oddometer: 45	Duro 4 plys on the 200. 25 x 12 x 9 is a tight fit but works..... the tread pattern on the 25 x 12 x 8 front Duro rides higher than stock, steering head angle is hardy different. RWBWheel screwed with this post 01-02-2013 at 05:51 PM Reason: screwed up picture..

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