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ATV Tires and Wheels

Big Dissapointment – MSA Wheels

I went out of my way to try and find a wheel and tire combination that were made here in the USA. The tires by ITP (Blackwater) clearly are marked Made in USA on the side so I am happy with those. However, after reading all the literature on the Colorado Components website and this specifically:

"Every MSA Wheels style is designed, engineered and field tested in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado and the deep mud holes of Texas to ensure top performance and the highest caliber of safety. Each wheel is hand inspected and finished with the finest automotive grade paints, inserts, bolt and materials. MSA Wheels are manufactured by Colorado Components, using lightweight virgin aluminum used in low pressure casting which means your wheels have a beautiful, high luster, low porosity, and reduce environmental stress. "

I ordered the M21 Beadlock wheels thinking they were made in the US. I picked up the combination last night and so didn’t really look them over until this morning. Cast into the back of a spoke on each wheel is MADE IN CHINA. Im pretty irked by this. What is written on the website is clearly meant to imply they are made in the US. There is a big difference when something is made "for" a company by another company (i.e. Chine) as opposed to "by" a company as the literature states.

Looking now for another set of wheels, hopefully actually made here in the US…

ATV Tires and Wheels

Big Dissapointment – MSA Wheels

I went out of my way to try and find a wheel and tire combination that were made here in the USA. The tires by ITP (Blackwater) clearly are marked Made in USA on the side so I am happy with those. However, after reading all the literature on the Colorado Components website and this specifically:

"Every MSA Wheels style is designed, engineered and field tested in the Beautiful Rocky Mountains of Colorado and the deep mud holes of Texas to ensure top performance and the highest caliber of safety. Each wheel is hand inspected and finished with the finest automotive grade paints, inserts, bolt and materials. MSA Wheels are manufactured by Colorado Components, using lightweight virgin aluminum used in low pressure casting which means your wheels have a beautiful, high luster, low porosity, and reduce environmental stress. "

I ordered the M21 Beadlock wheels thinking they were made in the US. I picked up the combination last night and so didn’t really look them over until this morning. Cast into the back of a spoke on each wheel is MADE IN CHINA. Im pretty irked by this. What is written on the website is clearly meant to imply they are made in the US. There is a big difference when something is made "for" a company by another company (i.e. Chine) as opposed to "by" a company as the literature states.

Looking now for another set of wheels, hopefully actually made here in the US…

ATV Tires and Wheels

Rubber for Outlander Max XT

Hi;

I’m just new to the forum and relatively new to the world of ATV’s. I have a 2009 Outlander Max XT with low mileage however I’m thinking of replacing the stock Carlisle’s. One has a cut in the sidewall repaired by Slime at the moment, and another has a plug that is starting to leak again. Since they’re six years old, maybe its best to replace than spend $$$ on repairs.

Most of my riding will be on trails, wet and dry. There can be a fair bit of mud but I’m not one to go looking for it to get my shits and giggles. Wife will be with me on the back a fair amount of the time too.

I’d appreciate any advice on….

1. Should I stick with Carlisle’s or not?

2. Should I up the size a bit. (Currently 25×8 R12 in front and 25×11 R12 in rear.)

3. Is there any particular brand/model of tire that performs well on Outlanders or brands/models to stay away from?

Thanks in advance for suggestions & advice.

RH

ATV Tires and Wheels

Tire Choices for Colorado riding

I’ve read probably a million threads about this but since I’m new to Can Am’s I had a few questions about tires/sizing. Being in the Army I just moved to Co. so now I’ve limited my selection down to my terrain here, appreciate any input/experience you guys have on this. I mainly run trails/rock stuff, no mud, I know these Can am’s are beasts but I don’t want a extremely heavy tire & lose acceleration/down low torque. Looking for some additional GC as well, with the Outty being heavier than my Grizzly wasn’t sure if certain tires are not a good choice for load. I had Interco Reptiles on my Grizzly & did awesome, no issues with wear or getting stuck. I’m looking to go with 27’s, but if there’s a better option please let me know specially with clearance. Thx guys

-Grim Reapers
-Original Bighorns
-Kenda HTR
-Interco Reptiles

ATV Tires and Wheels

31 og laws on 2015 xmr

I am sure this has been covered before. But please bear with me. Will 31 inch og outlaws fit a 2015 xmr without a lift? It doesn’t have air ride for 15 they went to a piggyback podium style shock. I don’t Mind a mild (I mean mild) trim. Thanks guys.