tyres and heights

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  1. sarg

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    I am wondering the seat height that a VFR750F should be at ? and if it can be raised....I am 6Ft 2 and love this bike. also, what are wider tyre packages that may fit??? sometimes you just wanna play and change heaps
     
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    Here are the manufacturers fitment recommendation for the 86 VFR750F. Sorry if the various charts get a little mixed up.

    Tires: 1986 VFR750F


    Brigestone Battlax BT-45

    072443 110/90-16M/C 16 BT45F BW TL - 59V V 23.8 4.4 6 (2.50)2.15-3.00 536 43
    072451 120/80-16M/C 16 BT45F BW TL - 60V V 23.6 4.8 6 (2.75)2.50-3.00 551 43

    072648 130/80-18M/C 18 BT45R BW TL - 66V V 26.1 5.2 9 (3.00)2.50-3.50 661 43
    072656 140/80-18M/C 18 BT45R BW TL - 70V V 26.8 5.6 9 (3.50)2.75-3.75 736 43

    Continental TKV 11 / 12 A true sports tyre for older machines Optimum handling in all conditions Maximum bite at all angles of lean
    110/90 - 16 M/C 59V TL TKV 11
    120/80 - 16 M/C 60V TL TKV 11
    130/80 - 18 M/C 66V TL TKV 12
    150/70 - 18 M/C 70V TL TKV 12

    DUNLOP The V-rated GT501 features bias-ply construction and incorporates a radial-style tread pattern for contemporary styling and a larger footprint. An optimized profile creates a larger contact patch for increased cornering confidence, with smooth side-to-side transitions. Increased tread-to-void ratio delivers superior grip in dry conditions, with a high level of grip in wet weather. Increased center tread depth provides improved wear characteristics and enhanced water clearance. Rear compound increases grip and wear resistance.
    110/90-16 59V BW 3004-28 2.50 23.56 4.59 5/32 535 @ 42
    120/80B16 60V BW 3004-68 2.50 2.75 23.62 4.75 5/32 550 @ 42

    130/80-18 66V BW 3004-83 3.00 25.95 5.10 8/32 660 @ 42
    • Metzler LASERTEC New compound with high Silica developed for outstanding grip both in dry and in wet enhancing riding performance even on the most sporty bikes
    • State of the art "Sport Touring" carcass design with lighter, more resistant Polyester fibre giving higher comfort and improving handling characteristics
    • "Classic" tread pattern design ensuring effective water dispersal for safe wet riding and wear regularity with long-lasting mileage
    120/80VB16M/CTL(60V) LASERF
    130/80V18M/CTL(66V) LASER

    AVON - Supervenom AM20/AM18 - A V-rated (149mph) premium crossply tyre, the Supervenom is ideal for 1980s superbikes and was developed from the production class-winning TT bikes of the ’80s. Its specially formulated rubber compound is on the ‘soft’ side for ultimate grip, while its computer-designed tread contour is designed to provide the biggest footprint, whatever angle your bike’s cranked over at.

    Supervenom AM18


    130/80-18 66 V MT3.00 2.5 3.5 132 5.2 667 26.3 493 306


    Supervenom AM20


    110/90-16 59 V MT2.50 2.15 3 120 4.7 603 23.7 551 342
     

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