Your Opinions of Front Tire Choices for 3 Wheelers

[ChopDunkSplit]

I recently just bought my 1st 3 Wheeler a '86 ATC 250r, and I've been doing a LOT of searching for wheels, tires, etc etc because I want this thing looking as sharp as possible, I've got a used '86 200x front wheel/hub/brake disc on the way and about to have a new Douglas Red Label .190 Model no. 017-02 front polished wheel on the way also. (I've read several articles where people thought they stopped making these Douglas rims but I found a site, if anyone is interested). Now I'm looking for opinions on which tire you guys think look the best. Note I have Innova Sand Gears on Polished wheels on the rear. This front tire will be prob 75% Cosmetic/25% Functionality as I don't race, so I wont be depending on this tire for getting me across a finish line or anything just want something that looks good and functional. Through my searches these are the tires I found to fit 11" wheels I'll sort through makes/~models, and CAPS the ones I personally found attractive, but I'd love some feedback opinions of experienced 3 wheeler riders.
Kenda
~FRONT MAX
~Bearclaw
GBC
~GATOR
~DIRT DEVILS
Carlisle
~489's
~Trail Wolf
Dunlop
~KT151
Super Grip
~Mud Lites

[mike1979]

First of all, nice choice for a first trike. I have the Kenda Front Max on my 350x. It doesn't seem to be a bad tire but as far as looks, I will probably end up look for something that resembles the Ohtsu tire. so from your list, and going just by looks the 489's or the KT151 but I am sure there are other out there

[ChopDunkSplit]

Ya the 489's and the Dirt Devils are prob my top 2.. but I tried imagining in my mind the Gator on it, which I thought with a deeper lug, it would work well with the Sand Gear. Dont think I have run across an Ohtsu tire tho? Was it discontinued or something?
Oh also Im very curious.. I'm new to the Trikes maybe someone can help me out, will a 23x8-11 (or taller tire) fit good on 250r's without rubbing the forks or exhaust? or what the best tire dimensions?

[yj350]

check out the duro di-2012 it looks like a holeshot and is 22x7x11 not many places carry them but check out Tiresunlimited.com I know they can get them you may have to call though.

[ChopDunkSplit]

Nice, thanks I haven't checked out Tiresunlimited... I'll stroll on over there now and check'em out

[ChopDunkSplit]

Eh, I checked out the Duro DI2012's... only come in 10'', BUT the DI2010's (Buffalo) dont look too bad.. come in 11''s

[yj350]

Eh, I checked out the Duro DI2012's... only come in 10'', BUT the DI2010's (Buffalo) dont look too bad.. come in 11''s

Call them they can get it for you it is not a listed part. There is a dude on ebay selling them also. I called duro to get info on them and they said to call tires unlimited and they would set me up. The only reason I did not buy them is because I got 2 10 inch douglas rims for the front of my r.

[Xpress]

Gee, that's quite a trike for a first...

If you ask me, I'd say it's quite sharp already. Might want to consider going gold rims all around, and maxxis razor's in the rear for a nice, flat and SHARP look

[KASEY]

IF YOUR RIDING SAND,,, GET A MOHAWK,,, otherwise stay with the original tire,, its the besrt tire out there for a 250r

[3wheelrider]

Ya the 489's and the Dirt Devils are prob my top 2.. but I tried imagining in my mind the Gator on it, which I thought with a deeper lug, it would work well with the Sand Gear. Dont think I have run across an Ohtsu tire tho? Was it discontinued or something?
Oh also Im very curious.. I'm new to the Trikes maybe someone can help me out, will a 23x8-11 (or taller tire) fit good on 250r's without rubbing the forks or exhaust? or what the best tire dimensions?

23.5x8x11 is the size that it takes. You can put the 23x8x11 also. I wouldnt stray away from those sizes if i was you. Also- not all tread patterns work well on the front of these bikes. Especially turning around on pavement! -can cause it to shimmy the front tire back and forth with some patterns. the kenda maxx works very well imo- although may not look right . The stock front tire works well but you can forget about getting it new. Oh yeah- that front hub from the 200x wont work. Looks the same but not as wide i believe. Gonna cause clearance issues- pretty sure. good luck.

[ChopDunkSplit]

Gee, that's quite a trike for a first...

If you ask me, I'd say it's quite sharp already. Might want to consider going gold rims all around, and maxxis razor's in the rear for a nice, flat and SHARP look

Thank you Xpress, I've always loved 2 strokes.. I've rode many 2 strokes in the past.. Blasters, Banshees, 250r 4whereels, and more but never actually owned one... my old friend had a 250r or 350x back when I was in grade school ( so long I cant even remember what it was).. that was the LAST trike/3 wheeler I seen around these parts had to been at least 10 years ago.. I have a Mud Machine (750 Brute Force in sig.).. and figured I needed a race type to complement it.. so here I am.. in 3 Wheel Fever.. FYI, I want to have 2 sets of tires for this bike.. the Golds are gonna be stock for show( which I have already), and a Polished Aluminum Set for actual riding..

[250rAL]

IF YOUR RIDING SAND,,, GET A MOHAWK,,, otherwise stay with the original tire,, its the besrt tire out there for a 250r

I agree. It looks like it's got most of it's tread left so there's no reason to get rid of it.

[ChopDunkSplit]

Thanks all who replied.. think I have it figured out now.. Gonna go with the Carlisle 489 on front and Sand Gears on rear on the Polished rims for Sand Riding, and keep the stock front with some Maxxis Razrs on rear on the stock Gold rims for Dirt/Trail... Think these 2 combos will turn out nicely

[ChopDunkSplit]

Does anyone happen to know what kind of rear tires these are by chance? I've searched the web till I'm Tired of looking at tires and havent run across these yet.

[three_wheelin45]

I think them are fast trekker's.. If i can remember correctly; My ole blaster had em