ITP MudLite XL and ITP SS 212's
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ITP MudLite XL and ITP SS 212's
I'm an aftermarket wheel virgin too. Everything I know is from hearing other people guess about it. I haven't seen a side by side comparison done by anyone yet. But you have 1" less tire between the wheel and the ground on the 14" diameter wheels. I don't think it would be as good on bumps because there's less tire to cushion the impact. It could be more stable. I doubt if the traction would be much different. It's all about looks, not performance, like putting 22s on a pickup.
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ITP MudLite XL and ITP SS 212's
Ya, if you look at ITP's write-up of thier own Mud lite XTR Radial they rate the 14" tire as a better handling tire than the one in 12" wide rims. More exactly...
"Two diameters provide you with the ability to tailor a tire choice to your specific riding requirements. The 12-inch option is ideal for primarily muddy conditions, offering better flex and more flotation. The revolutionary 14-inch model is an excellent all-around trail/mud choice, with its lower-profile sidewall resulting in reduced flex and a dramatic improvement in handling and rider confidence."
I wouldn't think this to be true for every other 12" versus 14" tire. I like more rubber than rim anyways. Thats why I wear 40x13.5x16's IROKS in my truck.
"Two diameters provide you with the ability to tailor a tire choice to your specific riding requirements. The 12-inch option is ideal for primarily muddy conditions, offering better flex and more flotation. The revolutionary 14-inch model is an excellent all-around trail/mud choice, with its lower-profile sidewall resulting in reduced flex and a dramatic improvement in handling and rider confidence."
I wouldn't think this to be true for every other 12" versus 14" tire. I like more rubber than rim anyways. Thats why I wear 40x13.5x16's IROKS in my truck.
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ITP MudLite XL and ITP SS 212's
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Koerbs
I think the PXT's are better in the mud than these things. What a waste of money. [img][/img]</end quote></div>
Thanks for the honesty. I was lookin at em thinking I might be goin too agressive w/ the 589's. I know its mostly a tradeoff. But I do want something for M/S than anything else. I see how many ppls like em. They must have something goin for em. I'll bet your just a little pissed that they weren't better in the mud. Again, thanks for the feedback.
I think the PXT's are better in the mud than these things. What a waste of money. [img][/img]</end quote></div>
Thanks for the honesty. I was lookin at em thinking I might be goin too agressive w/ the 589's. I know its mostly a tradeoff. But I do want something for M/S than anything else. I see how many ppls like em. They must have something goin for em. I'll bet your just a little pissed that they weren't better in the mud. Again, thanks for the feedback.
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ITP MudLite XL and ITP SS 212's
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: 19TankHead60
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Koerbs
I think the PXT's are better in the mud than these things. What a waste of money. [IMG][/IMG]</end quote></div>
Thanks for the honesty. I was lookin at em thinking I might be goin too agressive w/ the 589's. I know its mostly a tradeoff. But I do want something for M/S than anything else. I see how many ppls like em. They must have something goin for em. I'll bet your just a little pissed that they weren't better in the mud. Again, thanks for the feedback.</end quote></div>
Just so you know, my previous post was inntended to be a joke, these tires are really good in the slop, and don't hop at high speeds.
<div class="FTQUOTE"><begin quote>Originally posted by: Koerbs
I think the PXT's are better in the mud than these things. What a waste of money. [IMG][/IMG]</end quote></div>
Thanks for the honesty. I was lookin at em thinking I might be goin too agressive w/ the 589's. I know its mostly a tradeoff. But I do want something for M/S than anything else. I see how many ppls like em. They must have something goin for em. I'll bet your just a little pissed that they weren't better in the mud. Again, thanks for the feedback.</end quote></div>
Just so you know, my previous post was inntended to be a joke, these tires are really good in the slop, and don't hop at high speeds.
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