Dirt Bike Conversion

[Krazy Hawaiian]

Nah, the geometry isn't as good with dirt sized wheels mainly grom the gyroscope action the larger diameter wheel has. It makes it harder to turn in which off road is good becaus its not so twitchy but on road and higher speeds = serious gyro action making quick turn in very hard. Also the smaller front automaticly lowers the front putting mor weight on it for better bite. lots of small forces working behind the scenes that arent really obvious until you look hard at the components... makes perfect sense though.

[SloppyJoseph]

Thanks for explaining that. It does make sense.

[blndebmbr]

Actually, in the sportsman's class they do run DOT's on stock rims. The traction is not the same. It is a lot more difficult to run on stock rims. But it's still a lot of fun AND an inexpensive way for people to try it out. 17" wheels are EXPENSIVE!!!!