TEX swingarm swap

[belpas]

Originally Posted by CaptainTrips

Keep in mind, also, that the smaller diameter 17" front wheel also shortens the already shorter trail, quickening the steering response even more. And with wider ADV handlebars a TEX would be that much more sensitive to steering inputs.

yes this has also crossed my mind...I can get my hands on a trophy rim for not a lot...With regards to the center line being off then if i carried out the wheel only option i will acquire longer studs and a alloy spacer to bring the rim into center tolerances. Being a hobbyist engineer with milling machine and lathes i shudder at the thought of anyone using washers to space out a wheel on cars or bikes. Cheers all and watch this space as i have a bit of work downtime coming up in February        

[Crosshairs]

My buddies Trophy  has a 190 rear  on it....thats a big tire for a  TEX ....

[belpas]

Originally Posted by Crosshairs

My buddies Trophy  has a 190 rear  on it....thats a big tire for a  TEX ....

My thoughts too...i would stick with a 180

[RaglandT]

It sounds like you are describing a Tiger Sport ... If of course you live outside North America ...

[unsubtle]

Is the 180 purely for the look? It's just that I find with anything from a PR3 onwards I can hang off like a gibbon with an itchy kneecap and still run out of ground clearance before grip. But look is fine if that's the reason.

[Will Morgan]

Originally Posted by Crosshairs

My buddies Trophy  has a 190 rear  on it....thats a big tire for a  TEX ....

Originally Posted by belpas

My thoughts too...i would stick with a 180

    and reckon Triumph know more than me so would stick with their choice of size.