Count Me In

I picked up my new 08' SM610 today! I'm following in the wide tire tracks of WoodsChick by trading the stock tires for a set of Kenda K270 dual purpose tires. My goal is to create a dual sport bike for the inseam challenged. I had a 45 mile ride home on the bike. My first impressions are great motor, bizarre kickstand and very interesting tires! This is a great bike and a great site.

Sounds great! I also want to get dual-sport tires for my SM, but I can't decide which tire to go with. What sizes did you choose? Will the 3.25-17 work in the front and the 4.6-17 in the rear, or would they be be too narrow? Be sure and post pics once you get your tires.

Welcome 'home' Strada. Where are you at exactly?

I have a bud with a super tricked out 610 who lives in Mills River. He's really into the SuperMoto thing. Are you turning yours into a dual-sport rather than keeping it SM?

Gary

Thanks for the warm welcome! My goal is to use the bike more as a dual sport than a supermotard. We've installed Kenda K270 tires; a 5.10 on the back and a 4.60 on the front. I've only put about 75 miles on the bike so I'll reserve judgement on the front tire. I can say that the bike likes to go in a straight line! I'm still very interested in going with a 19" front wheel if I can do so while using the stock front brake rotor and caliper. My first job is to sell my existing bikes to finance the project. Pictures attached (I hope!) Here we go!

wncstrada,

It really looks great with the new tires. My dad ran a rear tire on the front of his bike once, and it also wanted to go in a straight line--didn't corner too well, so I'll be interested in your thoughts once you have more time on the bike. I really like the idea of a 19" front wheel, because there'd be lots of tire choices in that size. I think it would look good too. Making it work with the stock brake might not be possible though. It barely clears the spokes with the 17" wheel. I'll be keeping an eye out for your posts though, in case you decide to do the conversion.