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16" rear wheel in place of 18", any concerns?

Discussion in 'XJ Technical Chat' started by vanone750, May 14, 2012.

  1. vanone750

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    I am wanting to replace the stock 18" wheel on my 1982 Seca 750 with a 16" wheel, to lower it in the rear. Am I running into any unknown concerns here or is it going to ruin the ride. It has an 18" on the rear and a 19" on the front. Thinking maybe 16" on the rear and 17" or 18" on the front. Comments/concerns appreciated.
     
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    KrS14 Active Member

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    Speedo will be off, Revs will be higher at speed. Fuel economy will be worse (possibly) Bike will handle differently.

    I wouldn't do it myself.
     
    KrS14, May 16, 2012
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    Isint the speedo on the front?
     
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    said he wants to down size the front as well
     
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