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Paddle Tire Riding

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alan:
I am getting ready to mount my  560X18 paddle tire on my KX5 and I was wondering how different the bike will handle. Does it tend to slip out from under you on turns? Is it really hard to keep the front end down? I have never run a paddle tire before, so I was wondering if you guys could give me some tips!

Thanks

Alan

Paul:
With that big 5.60X18 @ 10 blades you'll have a good time trying to keep the front down when you get after it, otherwise I think it's pretty much the same ride.

alan:
Paul, I am having problems with the chain adjustment with the paddle tire! I mounted the wheel all the back as you suggested with the stock sprockets. When I added the extra link it is way to loose. Any suggestions? I don't know if they make a half link for my O - ring chain!


Help

Alan

alan:
Paul, what do you think about going to a 45 tooth on the rear?

Alan

Paul:
Thats what I normally run on mine. I have 13,14,15,45,47,49. I use the 14/49 combo for the dunes and thats probly why the extra link fit perfectly for me. Sorry for the delay in responding - doing the dad thing today :D


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Paul, what do you think about going to a 45 tooth on the rear?

Alan
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