Shown in the photos above is one of our Suzuki DR-Z400SM project bikes with Continental TKC80 Tires installed on the stock DRZ SM wheels. These are a 60% off-road and 40% on-road tire.
We're running a 120/70-17 front and 150/70-17 rear tire. The rear tire is a bit taller than what we normally run on the bike (which would be a 150/60-17), but that's the size Conti makes. This slightly taller rear tire does raise the seat height a bit (about 1/2"), and now the bike does lean over on the kickstand slightly more, otherwise the fit is fine.
This setup would be ideal if you want to venture off-road with your DR-Z400SM, but still retain the 17" wheel size for better handling in normal street riding. The TKC80's will work well for mild off-road riding, and even though the tires have a somewhat aggressive knobby tread, they will still provide a decent amount of grip on pavement. And you can't deny that they give the bike a very aggressive look you just don't get from normal street tires.
WHERE TO BUY
• Continental TKC80 Tires at Revzilla
• Continental TKC80 Rear Tire at MotoSport.com
• Continental TKC80 Front Tire at MotoSport.com
• Continental TKC80 Front/Rear Combo at MotoSport.com
NOTE: We've partnered with Revzilla and MotoSport.com for tires. By clicking on the links above, you will be taken to one of one of these trusted partner websites, that each offer some of the best pricing and availability on tires for your motorcycle. If you make a purchase from them, we do receive a small portion of the sale, at no extra cost to you.
