Staggered Rims

Drag0na5h · 07-15-2005, 05:39 AM

I just got some new wheels, but I haven't picked out the tires yet because I don't have much knowledge about the recommended size. The fronts are 17X7 and the rears are 17X9. Any suggestions?

monkihead · 07-15-2005, 06:12 AM

depending on the brand, you can ususally get away with 215/50r17s(front) and a 255/55r17 (rear)
different brands offer slightly larger contact patches than others.

07-15-2005, 07:58 AM

Factory is 225/50-16...on 7" wide ....so 225 will fit fine. I run 245/50-16 on 7" wides with NO problem. 9" will handle some Fat boys !!
On 17", use a 45 tire to keep the speedo accurate, and not loose any torque at the bottom end.

07-15-2005, 05:39 AM	#1
Drag0na5h 3" Exhaust Join Date: Jul 2005 Posts: 67	I just got some new wheels, but I haven't picked out the tires yet because I don't have much knowledge about the recommended size. The fronts are 17X7 and the rears are 17X9. Any suggestions? __________________

07-15-2005, 06:12 AM	#2
monkihead SP58GT Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Antonio texas Posts: 646	depending on the brand, you can ususally get away with 215/50r17s(front) and a 255/55r17 (rear) different brands offer slightly larger contact patches than others. __________________ ....all you need is a small taste of success and you will find it suits you.... monique- better off dead

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07-15-2005, 07:58 AM	#3
Guest Guest Posts: n/a	Factory is 225/50-16...on 7" wide ....so 225 will fit fine. I run 245/50-16 on 7" wides with NO problem. 9" will handle some Fat boys !! On 17", use a 45 tire to keep the speedo accurate, and not loose any torque at the bottom end.