Wheels and tires are what make these Motards different from just regular dual sports. When time came for my wheels, I decided to use a Honda F3 front wheel. This way I could use the 295 mm street bike floating rotor. The difficult part was machining the caliper carrier. I made it out of the thickest billet piece I had in the shop, that way I knew I would get full performance from the brake.

The rear wheel was a lot easier, 4.25 inch rim laced to the stock CRF hub and I was done. Tire choice was Avon and I decided on a 120\60\17 and a 150\60\17. The bike is an absolute blast to ride on whichever wheel you choose.

Well finally we tested the WIDE RATIO tranny , it has transformed the bike into a pleasure to ride. Now I can finally use the potential of this wonderful Honda engine. It was so good, I only got to ride it once. Yuliya staked claim to it the rest of the day.

I think the bike, as well as being a crazy blast to ride, also played a role in helping Yuliya get back up to speed after a horrific high side at Cresson last year. Well, I was behind her and it looked horrific to me!