Tire question

[crash carden]

I'm getting ready to buy tires for my 72 Jackpiner,I see that both Kenda tire & Cheng Shin tire make a vintage metzler copys.Which tire is the best quality? Also do I need to buy DOT approved tires to run in enduro events? Its been 25 years since I have raced in enduro's, I'm sure the rules have changed. Thanks for any info. Crash.

 

[Dwight Rudder]

For what you need the C755 4.60X18 is about right for rear. Similar in size to the Pirelli MT16 400X18 ( 110/100X18 )
I prefer the Pirelli's because they look vintage but work as well as any modern tire. I love the MT16 front tires also.  The MT16 400X18 is a bit big for most 125 but fine for 175.
Cher'o,
Dwight

Dwight Rudder
7 time ISDT / E medalist
7 time National Enduro Class Champion.

[crash carden]

Dwight,thanks for the feedback.I will be ordering the tires on Monday,cheng shins C755s 3.00x21" & 4.60x18". I take by what your saying theres enough clearence on a 72, 175 penton swingarm for a 4.60 tire? Thanks again, Crash Carden.

 

[Dwight Rudder]

Yes, a 4.60X18 is not bigger than a 450X18 it is smaller. The 450X18 Kenda and 5.10X18 C755 C/S are about the same size. BIG. The 4.10X18 is about the size of a 350X18 or a 375X18. To get a true 400X18 you will need to order the Chen Shin C185A , which is a Barum Copy.
Cher'o,
Dwight

Dwight Rudder
7 time ISDT / E medalist
7 time National Enduro Class Champion.