i have a new fourtrax 4x4 300 and i want to put swampers on it. the stock tires are 23" in front and 24" in rear. do i have to put lets say 25" rear and 24" in the front if i want to go with taller tires are can i put 25" all around. i have heard yes and no . if tree farmer sees this i would really like his input and of course everyones input.
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Thanks for asking, wish I could be of more help!

"GLBanks" remains the true authority on Honda 300's; you may wish to use "SEARCH" and contact Gordon for consultation.

As I recall from Gordon's writings, he and his wife counted tire rotations, concluding different final drive ratios, front and rear, for the Honda 300.

Thus, I'd consider using smaller-diameter front and larger-diameter rear tires, as the factory did. However, with the small difference involved, the resulting ground-slip may produce no noticeable bind with the same tires all around, off-road, anyway.

I understand Suzuki King Quads have smaller-diameter front than rear tires also.

Tree Farmer

 

thanks alot tree farmer. i really appreciate the post. how do i get intouch with this guy?

 

i did find some older post with the search. if someone could please tell me how to get ahold to glbanks i would really appreciate it. after reading the older post i am really confused about the tire size.
thanks

 

I think with the Honda 300's you need to keep the same tire ratio, which I think is 1" smaller tire on the front. But that ratio may change when you get into larger tires. I know someone who is running 26" and 25" tires on their 300 they havn't had any problems yet.

Definitly do not put the same size tire all the way around, this will lead to problems with bearings wearing out faster than normal.

Also keep in mind the larger the tire the more power you need to turn them.