oversized front tire...
 

the normal size of the SV front tire is 120/60/17

would there be a problem if I put a 120/70/17 tire on apart from throwing the speedo out ?

=; not done it yet just getting a few thoughts first....

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It doesn't throw the speedo out, it makes it closer to true.

Other than that not a huge difference, turn in is a little bit quicker. No particular problems though. Maybe more peddles and stuff catching mudguard when tyre picks them up?

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cheers Chris.. I'll put it on tomorrow then...

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I run a front 120/70/17.

Can be a bit tucky with a fender extender, but mine is fine.

Made the speedo slightly more accurate, used to read 80mph at 6K revs, now around 77mph.
On the autoban of course :)

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Didn't someone post on here a few days ago that this could affect insurance? Just a thought & insurance companies don't see that refusing to pay a claim is anything to do with the actual affect of the modification made.

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From a tyre thread.

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Stick a 120/70 on there... raise the mudguard up a little... if you have a fender extender don't worry about the stones... :p

You'll have more grip, IF the bike still feels "wierd" after a while, drop the front end through the forks by like, I think it's 11 or 12mm which keeps the rake the same.. I've heard people not noticing a difference though.

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i noticed the difference i felt it turn a lot more sharp but i dunno, could just be me.

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I'd be interested to know if it's an improvement. Keep us updated if you go for it richie.

Just don't run down too many cyclists then :p

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I can't help myself...