[Harry Potter]

Sorry if this has been asked loads of times. Please point me to the right thread if so.

So is it nuts to put 50/50 tires such as the TKC-80s on this bike? Not trying to make a dirt bike out of it, it’s just that 90% of the roads around me are gravel. Gravel roads laid out in perfect checker board fashion. I have to travel 300 miles to get to paved curved hilly roads. I’m only getting older waiting for the T700 and I want to stick with Yamaha. Thanks

 

[Callahan]

No i think it what's suits you the best.
Next tire for me is the MT60.

 

[John A]

Have you had a look at this thread: https://www.xsr700forums.com/forum/218-yamaha-xsr700-pictures/6890-xsr-scrambler.html

 

[Major_Tom]

I've been taking mine on stock rubber on some beautifully gnarly gravel and dirt roads around me, the rear wheel likes to kick out but the front has stayed true so far. I may go for a 70/30 tire at some point but the xsr has good ground clearance and is very maneuverable. :grin2:

 

[TheForestTroll]

I just mentioned it in another thread, but I've been using the Pirelli MT60RS for the past year. Works well on both paved and unpaved roads, and I really have no complaint about them. That being said, I'm considering going for the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres next for some extra grip on the gravel roads - I really can't stay away from gravel...

 

[Major_Tom]

I just mentioned it in another thread, but I've been using the Pirelli MT60RS for the past year. Works well on both paved and unpaved roads, and I really have no complaint about them. That being said, I'm considering going for the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR tyres next for some extra grip on the gravel roads - I really can't stay away from gravel...

I have the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR, I will let you know how they are when I get them mounted. :nerd:

 

[TheForestTroll]

I have the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR, I will let you know how they are when I get them mounted. :nerd:

Got them mounted yet?

I finally got them put on my bike last week, and I'm loving them so far. I went down a size both front and back, so the bike has become even more agile, while providing some extra grip on gravel.

They do look better on the bike than expected too, though for me looks is secondary to function when it comes to tyres.

 

[Major_Tom]

I have the Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR, I will let you know how they are when I get them mounted. /forum/images/XSR700Forums/smilies/tango_face_glasses.png

Got them mounted yet?

I finally got them put on my bike last week, and I'm loving them so far. I went down a size both front and back, so the bike has become even more agile, while providing some extra grip on gravel.

They do look better on the bike than expected too, though for me looks is secondary to function when it comes to tyres.

I did! All I can say so far tho is that they are excellent on the street. With classes I havent had time to test them properly on dirt or gravel, but soon I am planning to redo the ATV trail that cracked my sump cover last year. Hopefully I will be able to get the most of my upgrades and snap a few pics on the way.

 

[TheForestTroll]

I did! All I can say so far tho is that they are excellent on the street. With classes I havent had time to test them properly on dirt or gravel, but soon I am planning to redo the ATV trail that cracked my sump cover last year. Hopefully I will be able to get the most of my upgrades and snap a few pics on the way.

Nice! And love those spoked rims

 

[gnarlydog]

I find the XSR700 wonderful on dirt roads. TKC80 suit the motorcycle well even if I have something a bit tamer on mine

heading home by gnarlydog, on Flickr

soft track by gnarlydog, on Flickr

 

[Major_Tom]

I did! All I can say so far tho is that they are excellent on the street. With classes I havent had time to test them properly on dirt or gravel, but soon I am planning to redo the ATV trail that cracked my sump cover last year. Hopefully I will be able to get the most of my upgrades and snap a few pics on the way.

Nice! And love those spoked rims /forum/images/smilies/smile.gif

Thanks! I've fallen in love all over again

 

[dinohunter]

Sorry this is off topic but what bash/skid plate is that?

 

[Major_Tom]

Sorry this is off topic but what bash/skid plate is that?

Ibex bashplate technically for the Mt-07 tracer.
https://www.ibex-parts.de/kompatibilitaeten/Yamaha/MT-07-Tracer-2018/3388/3/Schutz-Sicherheit

 

[Xsr in Rome]

I did! All I can say so far tho is that they are excellent on the street. With classes I havent had time to test them properly on dirt or gravel, but soon I am planning to redo the ATV trail that cracked my sump cover last year. Hopefully I will be able to get the most of my upgrades and snap a few pics on the way.

Hi Major Tom
I also would like to make my xsr a dual and seems you have the done a very good job on yours! I have a few questions:

• which rims are those?
• what you have done for the ground clearnce beyond the front 19’ wheel?
• which tuning you ve done to suspensions?

Thanks !