Is this in any way dangerous?

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BigonaBianchi

Yes I can, Yes I am, Yes I did...Repeat.
Say I fitted a 23 tyre on the front and a 25 on the rear.....I cant see that it would make much difference....but just thought Id ask......erm..before i ride it lol!
 

Drago

Legendary Member
Good God man! Do you have a deathwish or something?
 
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I like Skol

A Minging Manc...
Eventually your bike will disappear up its own bumhole! The science behind this is a bit complex, so bare with me, but basically it is due to the differing circumferences of the odd sized tyres. The bigger rear tyre will have a larger circumference so will travel further for every revolution of the wheel. As you ride along the road the back wheel will gradually catch up with the front, a few mm at a time until the space time continuum can no longer cope and a small tear will develop, then poof, your bike will disappear up its A**ehole.

The only way to avoid this while running that tyre configuration is to turn around every few hundred yards and ride backwards for an equal distance. If you do this then you will be fine. Alternatively, ignore my advice but make sure you wear a good quality helmet :eek:
 

Drago

Legendary Member
I heard about a guy who did this, got home and found his wife grotting the milkman. For the love of Cameron, don't do it!
 

Herzog

Swinglish Mountain Goat
Conti sell a mixed set (Attack/Force) at 22 and 24 mm.

"With the Grand Prix Attack and Force Set, the 22 mm front specific Grand Prix Attack puts its face to the wind. The aerodynamic form of the tyre gives a faster ride and the lower tyre profile more agility. The 24 mm Grand Prix Force on the rear wheel has a broader contact patch giving more traction and a higher mileage. "
 
More seriously, there was in fact a fashion a few years ago for 24" front wheels and 27" rear, the few mm the tyres will make are inconsequential
 
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