TINY MOTORCYCLE TIRE WANTED 18"

[Tman]

Tman, while the tires may work at 60 mph -- the inspectors want written proof - usually a verified speed rating from the manufacturer.  Glen's got the right advice, though -- if you don't/can't get the mfr. data -- talk with the motorcycle tech folks to get some input from them.  We've been in touch with Van Butler on this bike tire issue.

You were talking about a kid a bicycle and did not mention passing any tech My answer was based off those criteria

[Seldom Seen Slim]

You're correct.  I asked/mentioned inspection for the sake of someone that wants to race such a tire.  It isn't needed (to have a rating)  for Andrew, although I think his grandfather wouldn't be insulted by the tire having some speed rating.

[FADED]

Thanks for the help guys, I followed up on the Avons, I dont think they are being made any anymore? All the tires I found had a production date of 2000? I think the inspectors check age of tire? And thanks for reminding me that MOST bicycles are faster than my bike!  

[Tman]

Thanks for the help guys, I followed up on the Avons, I dont think they are being made any anymore? All the tires I found had a production date of 2000? I think the inspectors check age of tire? And thanks for reminding me that MOST bicycles are faster than my bike!  

If you need a push I can put a bumper on my mountainbike!? 

[Anvil*]

All the tires I found had a production date of 2000? I think the inspectors check age of tire?

It's all tires rated V, Z, or ZR are date checked, however the H rated tires will still be inspected for condition and signs of aging and any accumulated damage.

[Old Scrambler]

Search for CB160 racing tires.................their all-over the tracks in AHRMA racing.........I think Bridgestone........

[gande]

Slim
If your grandson's fast bike makes it off paper to the real world make sure he uses sealed metal valve caps. Jon Howard had a flat tire on one of his runs with a plastic cap.