stupid rear tire question

[elcamino12sec]

What is the advantage (if any) between a 110 and 120 rear tire. Its on a 2-t 250, I ride mostly ride trails in sandy conditions, every now and then I hit the track for a practice day on occation. The reason I am asking is my old bike has a 120 and the new one has a 110, the 120 feels more stable in the soft conditions and turns.

 

[XR250rdr]

The larger rear will float better in the sand, but can be harder to spin up. If you like the 120 better then I'd run one. A 250 2t has plenty of power to turn the bigger tire. I just started running a 120 on my 500 and it works much better. I should have gone to one earlier.

 

[RM_guy]

Keep in mind that a Michelin 120 is the same width as everyone elses 110. I'd stick with the 110 on your bike.

 

[CaptainObvious]

A wider tire might rub. It is also heavier and taller.

I'd take a new 110 over a worn 120 any day. New tires make you ride much better. For that reason I change my tires often. My friends actually take my "used" tires because to them they look new.

If you are riding in sand, a tire should last a long time. For best tire wear, avoid any asphalt/pavement and check your tire pressure often (before every riding day).

 

[elcamino12sec]

The tire is only a month old from the old bike, its a 120-90-19 dunlop d752, Im really thinking of swaping tires before I sell the old bike.