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(@damon-pierce)
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I'm new to the sidecar world and just purchased a 2010 Triumph Bonneville.

Original tires so want to replace this spring. I was thinking about a car tire for the rear end?

Size is a 130-80-17

Any recommendations?

 

 
Posted : April 27, 2020 9:08 am
CCjon
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Damon, 

That tire size is the same as the KLR650. The only car tire I found that will fit is a compact/doughnut /space saver tire. 135-17.

New, they will run about $100 or more.  I have found new/unused ones in tire repair shops and on craigslist for about $25 - 50.

You will not get a lot of tread on those tires as they are designed for emergency use for short distances, however on a lightweight bike like yours, you should get 5-10,000 miles out of them.  Start with a castoff tire and try it before buying a new tire. 

GL

CCjon

 
Posted : April 27, 2020 4:31 pm