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    What's a Good Tire?

    I'm looking to get some new tires for my 200es. What is a good tire for going through mud? I don't want a heavy tire because I don't want my ATC to struggle, and I would like it to still be able to be some-what buoyant.

    I was looking at getting these again.
    http://www.ebay.com/itm/25X13-9-25X1...item2a084e8345

    They worked pretty good but were worn down and I busted a bead on one, so I dont know if I should go back with them or try another option. Like These:
    http://www.petestirestore.com/BKT-W2...0-9-p2853.html

    Let me know what y'all think.

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    stillhunter is offline At The Back Of The Pack Arm chair racerFirst time rider
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    I like your second choice.I'm thinking about a set of swamplites http://www.mud-throwers.com/inc/sdetail/5628 or mudlites http://www.itptires.com/mudlite.htmlfor my sx.
    Last edited by stillhunter; 04-22-2012 at 06:55 PM.

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    I just bought some swamplites but have not tried them out. Best price I could find and fast shipping.

    http://www.chaparral-racing.com/Prod...553-SWL54.aspx

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    Would a 25x12-9 Swamp Lite fit on my rim? The tire that's on it now is the 25x13-9. I like how little weight those swamp lites are compared to other 6-ply tires that go over 30 pounds a piece. Im going to Sabine ATV park for memorial weekend and Im going to need something better than the back up 4 wheeler tires Im running now.

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    I have a set of Duro HF-243 (look similar to the first ones) on mine and they work great overall. I opted for the 4-ply versions. I run them at about 2-3 psi and have not had any trouble. mud, wet/dry sand work great. My brother has a set of Carlisle Stryker on his 85 YTM-200N and they work great too.
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    I might just end up going back with those Duros. They are nice and Buoyant and I like that (In case I get into a deep situation I can walk her out) But those ITP Mudlites are pretty appealing lol Thanks Guys

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    Quote Originally Posted by 95PurpleHaze View Post
    Would a 25x12-9 Swamp Lite fit on my rim? The tire that's on it now is the 25x13-9. I like how little weight those swamp lites are compared to other 6-ply tires that go over 30 pounds a piece. Im going to Sabine ATV park for memorial weekend and Im going to need something better than the back up 4 wheeler tires Im running now.
    They will fit. I just took 25x13.5x9 off and put the 25x12x9 swamp lites on. I've had the mudlites too and they were a good tire but wanted to try something different.

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    Somebody had to say it

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    I've had great luck with the stock tires on my 200M, great traction and rather light. You can still get the OEM tires for certain models off Bike Bandit.

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    There is nothing like the regular old trike tire, they never wear out, they tract good, nothing like em, I'd stick with the stock type tire.
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    I've had mudlites, I don't like them, big round chunk of balloney ugly no traction banana peels.
    I've had swamplites, I love them. Great tire!
    I've had bearclaws, I love them. HEAVY.
    Regular tires are good if you plan on riding in gravel, not very rough trails, no mud.... But I just can't stand getting stuck.
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    Idk what y'all mean by "Stock tires" but if you are referring to the knobby style then that is out of the question. Those wouldn't fly for the mud and deep water I put my atc through. I'm liking the Swamp Lite idea. If I can find em for a good price.

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    Best tire ive found for mud that remains within the stock tire is a supergrip super light. awesome tire.

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