I also posted this message on the Honda Forum, but I know some people here know a great deal about tires...so I would like your input also.

As the subject states, I am looking for a replacement tire for my old Honda 350 4x4. The original size is 24x9x11 but I expect the 350 has enough power to turn a 25 inch also.

Mainly used for hunting, which includes travelling through mud and snow, and for pulling moose and game out.

Locally I can get GBC Dirt Devils, Kenda Bearclaws, and Titan 489's for all about the same price. The Dirt Devils are supposedly 6 ply, but the Kenda Bearclaws appear to be stiffer and harder and they are only 4 ply.

Any thoughts on these tires? Your replies would be appreciated.

 

Well don't worrie about power.My uncle had a 93 canadian model like you have and he had enough power with his 26x11x11 Bi-Claws to pull an Isuzu truck in a pull off, but don't get Bi claws. IN the size you need they ride like a bulldozer on this bike.

If those tires are your only choices I would personally go with the Kenda's. Ply rating is just a rating, not a real thickness test. Vamps are rated at 4 ply, but with NO psi in them they are so stiff you can't tell you have a flat normally. It all depends on the tire compounds realy.

I say go with 25/26" Kenda's. I would stay with the same size all around(like 9" all around or 12" all around) cause your wheels are the same width front to rear and mounting a larger rear tire will make it taller than the fronts.

 

HAve you looked at the Titan 589's. My buddy has a set on his 450s. They seem to be great all around tire.
matty

 

Well they will not fit on his 11" wheels since they only come in 12" wheel sizes.