[wpierce548]

Will a 260-40-18 rear tire fit a stock 2017 fury rim ?

 

[macxpert]

No. The largest you can get on the stock rim is 240, but because it pinches the tyre down you only end up with something like 215mm. Lots of members have put a 240 on the stock rim and seem happy with the results. If you really want to go to 250 then the Sumo kit is the way to go. (new swing arm, new fender, 8.5 x 18 rim and so on) The Sumo option is expensive so be ready to pay big money for it. Some members have taken a more creative route and had the stock rear wheel widened and modified the swing arm. T-Mod managed to get a Sumo rear wheel and swing arm under the stock fender by making new fender struts. Depends on your skills and budget. Lots of options here so do a search for wide rear ends or 250 rear tyres.

 

[BlooFury]

I have been considering changing to a 240/50R18, but I have a Ginz sissy bar and the brackets limit tire width. Has anyone tried a 200/55R18? I am looking for a little more cornering clearance but do no want to have to buy a new wheel or remove my sissy bar

 

[macxpert]

I have been considering changing to a 240/50R18, but I have a Ginz sissy bar and the brackets limit tire width. Has anyone tried a 200/55R18? I am looking for a little more cornering clearance but do no want to have to buy a new wheel or remove my sissy bar

It's tight with a Ginz bar for sure. I reversed the mounting bolts for the brackets and that gave me a few mm extra clearance with the tyre but it's marginal. I don't think anyone on the forum has gone with a 200/55 but I expect any extra clearance would be minimal. Probably the best way to go is to take it a bit easier in the corner, get your pillion to lose weight or fit an air ride suspension.

When my wife comes along I just increase the preload up to the first line and that's as much as I need to do. I've never had a problem with clearance. A buddy of mine who's wife is bigger than mine takes the preload up to the max (third line from memory) and he's never had a problem with clearance either.

 

[Furi15]

I have been considering changing to a 240/50R18, but I have a Ginz sissy bar and the brackets limit tire width. Has anyone tried a 200/55R18? I am looking for a little more cornering clearance but do no want to have to buy a new wheel or remove my sissy bar

What do you mean? The stock size is 200/50/18. The side wall of a 55 will be even taller and create more interference than the 50 sidewall

 

[coonassrp]

Will a 260-40-18 rear tire fit a stock 2017 fury rim ?

"wpierce548 yes it will fit the rim but it will touch on the swing. I order a 260 last year and had to return it and go with a 240/50/18

 

[Snakenem]

What's the largest rear tire that can be put on the sumo kit ?

 

[DOCmjj]

I have been considering changing to a 240/50R18, but I have a Ginz sissy bar and the brackets limit tire width. Has anyone tried a 200/55R18? I am looking for a little more cornering clearance but do no want to have to buy a new wheel or remove my sissy bar

I have the Avon Cobra Chrome 200/55 18 rear tire. It fits perfectly / rides like a champ/ handles as expected!! I’d give it 4 thumbs up but ….

 

[FURY-S1]

I have the Avon Cobra Chrome 200/55 18 rear tire. It fits perfectly / rides like a champ/ handles as expected!! I’d give it 4 thumbs up but ….

Got any pics from rear and exhaust side?
Comparison to oem.

 

[Furious_Mike]

Pops bike has the cobras and he loves them, as far as clearance I can’t comment as he’s not dipping the bike over that hard, he and I both agree the rear feels very solid and we’ll stick to the pavement tho

 

[WI_Hedgehog]

What's the largest rear tire that can be put on the sumo kit ?

I'm running a 260, that's the largest I know of.

 

[todds87ss]

Just joined the 240 40/18 club. Happy so far.

 

[mbaskett]

Just joined the 240 40/18 club. Happy so far.

Pics?

 

[todds87ss]

Not really much of a difference. A bit more rubber on the road. Hopefully that leads to longer life. It may also be just a bit taller...and no issues with the install.

 

[aces and eights]

@todds87ss
Not sure if its the angle or that you are still running in dirt bike height but you are right, doesn't look any different then stock.
I know we're not getting the full 240 width on the stock wheel but should look a little wider.

How much air you running in the back?

 

[todds87ss]

Yep, the first Pic is the right side when on the stand, so there is an angle. I am running 38psi. Does the air pressure make much of a difference in how it sits?

 

[aces and eights]

@todds87ss
Air affects ride and traction and 38 is about right. As for highth you need to (imo) bring that down, alot.
Again, just my opinion but is it really a chopper if there is a huge gap between the top of the tire and the bottom of the fender?

 

[todds87ss]

I get that. I just do not want to 1. Spend a ton of cash to achieve a look and 2. Adversely effect the ride.
Lowering spring seems like the sensible option. It's on the list.

 

[aces and eights]

Doing the t-mod does not change anything with the suspension, just lowers the rear rails lowering the fender (simple description) and if you have a welder (or access to one) only cost you time.
I'm lower then most as I did the t-mod and spring and don't mind a somewhat firmer ride

 

[macxpert]

The T-Mod is generally enough for most people.