Tires Consideration - Honda Foreman Forums : Rubicon, Rincon, Rancher and Recon Forum

pls1911 · 02-19-2012, 11:22 AM

Something to consider before dropping big bucks on aftermarket tires, especially if you're looking for routine reliability: New take-off tires.
I certainly like after market tires, particularly BigHorns.
Having said that, I was surprised that the Maxxis on the stock 2012 Foreman have proven somewhat unstoppable for me in climbing 45 degree sloped gravel roads in 18 inches of snow, related muddy roads at lower altitudes toward town, and typical mudpit in ranch roads. Similarly, they didn't hesitate when chained and pushing a 60" snowplow. The rocky northern New Mexico trails have not yet offered and tire related challenges. Honda did some good work contracting for these proprietary treads.
I couldn't pass up a chance to score a spare set of zero miles Foreman wheels and tires from a fellow who replaced his before he picked it up new at the dealership. A good buy at $200.
I guess I'll be putting the BigHorns off for awhile.

rich450es · 02-19-2012, 11:50 AM

the stockers do a goog job on a stock mechine doing work on the farm but .......there only 2ply tires and get sliced up very quick on the granit and shail rock around me . and thay arnt good at all in mud over 5in thick (drop into a 15in deep mud hole better have a winch ) just my 2 cents

maine_rider15 · 02-19-2012, 12:19 PM

just go with a 6 to 8 ply tire and dont go with mudlites everyone has diff opinons on tires you dont know till you try

temagamiarearider · 02-19-2012, 12:25 PM

Ive never had good luck with stock tires on my bikes.... moreso my canam than my honda. I am NOT a fan of ANY stock tires. the intended use should dictate the tire you require and not price in my opinion. if its light duty riding, the stockers will do the job cheapest and best. if you ride off road, they will not be reliable in the end. a 6ply tire minimum is required for durability off roading.

tskfreak · 02-19-2012, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by pls1911

Something to consider before dropping big bucks on aftermarket tires, especially if you're looking for routine reliability: New take-off tires.
I certainly like after market tires, particularly BigHorns.
Having said that, I was surprised that the Maxxis on the stock 2012 Foreman have proven somewhat unstoppable for me in climbing 45 degree sloped gravel roads in 18 inches of snow, related muddy roads at lower altitudes toward town, and typical mudpit in ranch roads. Similarly, they didn't hesitate when chained and pushing a 60" snowplow. The rocky northern New Mexico trails have not yet offered and tire related challenges. Honda did some good work contracting for these proprietary treads.
I couldn't pass up a chance to score a spare set of zero miles Foreman wheels and tires from a fellow who replaced his before he picked it up new at the dealership. A good buy at $200.
I guess I'll be putting the BigHorns off for awhile.

i agree with you i really enjoyed how my stock tires while i had them on my foreman, it did everything i asked of them, but i knew it was only a matter of time before i got a flat in them and that's the main reason for the switch over... also i broke through some ice right after i changed the tires and my zilla's dug me out of it, with the stockers it would of been tow time for sure

maine_rider15 · 02-19-2012, 02:16 PM

yeah i didnt lke the handling of the 2 ply tire with the 6 ply i got now its way better handling around corners faster

tskfreak · 02-19-2012, 02:35 PM

oh yeah i agree main my zilla's ride great, but i was just saying i was impressed with what the stockers did as little as i rode on them that is.....lol

chrisb · 02-19-2012, 06:23 PM

I had stocks for 2 yrs and hated them but just wanted to pay for my quad first, I finally had a chance to ride mine today with my new sti black diamond xtr and mud where I use to have to keep it floored and rock it in 4wd. Today I was 1/4 throttle 2wd and walked right out with no problems. I was also really impressed how much more stable the quad is with stronger side walls. A world of difference

Kipes · 02-19-2012, 08:53 PM

I agree, stock tires are the cheapest contract tire out there. Waayyy better choices out there.

lop3r1 · 02-19-2012, 09:21 PM

here's something to consider when dropping big bucks on aftermarket tires...you gotta drop the big bucks!!! stockers are only temporary. they are only there to get you to your house. they suck after the 1st ride.

02-19-2012, 11:22 AM	#1 (permalink)
pls1911 Honda Lover Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: DFW Posts: 323	Tires Consideration Something to consider before dropping big bucks on aftermarket tires, especially if you're looking for routine reliability: New take-off tires. I certainly like after market tires, particularly BigHorns. Having said that, I was surprised that the Maxxis on the stock 2012 Foreman have proven somewhat unstoppable for me in climbing 45 degree sloped gravel roads in 18 inches of snow, related muddy roads at lower altitudes toward town, and typical mudpit in ranch roads. Similarly, they didn't hesitate when chained and pushing a 60" snowplow. The rocky northern New Mexico trails have not yet offered and tire related challenges. Honda did some good work contracting for these proprietary treads. I couldn't pass up a chance to score a spare set of zero miles Foreman wheels and tires from a fellow who replaced his before he picked it up new at the dealership. A good buy at $200. I guess I'll be putting the BigHorns off for awhile. __________________ Paul ------------- 2012 Foreman (2) es, power steering 2011 Rubicon (1)Power steering 2009 Rubicon (1)Power steering, 27" BearClaw HTRs Others Stock wheels and tires Warn xt2500 winch (1) w/Warn mounts Warn 54" snow plow, w/Warn Provantage mounts Many different silencers for stock exhaust add on or replacement under $50 (why pay $150 for silent rider?) 1963 Sportster, '55 K Frame. Metal work, good wrench, engineer.

02-19-2012, 11:50 AM	#2 (permalink)
rich450es Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: tooele, utah Posts: 15,258	the stockers do a goog job on a stock mechine doing work on the farm but .......there only 2ply tires and get sliced up very quick on the granit and shail rock around me . and thay arnt good at all in mud over 5in thick (drop into a 15in deep mud hole better have a winch ) just my 2 cents __________________ 2000 foreman 450 es-s the f**king pig SOLD! honda forum.com stickers for sale .....pm me for details ! friend me on facebook https://www.facebook.com/richard.chayer.5

02-19-2012, 12:19 PM	#3 (permalink)
maine_rider15 Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bangor maine Posts: 675	just go with a 6 to 8 ply tire and dont go with mudlites everyone has diff opinons on tires you dont know till you try __________________ 2011 Honda foreman 500 : 3,200 miles and counting : K&N air filter : warn 1700lbs winch and bracket : 25x10x12 ITP mudlites : epoxy painted rims black : epoxy painted front bumper and bash plate black : survival kit : heated hand grips : attached ammo box : mini shovel + tow strap http://www.youtube.com/user/TheHondaforeman500/videos

02-19-2012, 12:25 PM	#4 (permalink)
temagamiarearider Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: West Nipissing, Ontario Posts: 581	Ive never had good luck with stock tires on my bikes.... moreso my canam than my honda. I am NOT a fan of ANY stock tires. the intended use should dictate the tire you require and not price in my opinion. if its light duty riding, the stockers will do the job cheapest and best. if you ride off road, they will not be reliable in the end. a 6ply tire minimum is required for durability off roading. __________________ 2007 Honda Rubicon CTE 2010 Can Am Outlander 800R XT

02-19-2012, 02:16 PM	#6 (permalink)
maine_rider15 Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: bangor maine Posts: 675	yeah i didnt lke the handling of the 2 ply tire with the 6 ply i got now its way better handling around corners faster __________________ 2011 Honda foreman 500 : 3,200 miles and counting : K&N air filter : warn 1700lbs winch and bracket : 25x10x12 ITP mudlites : epoxy painted rims black : epoxy painted front bumper and bash plate black : survival kit : heated hand grips : attached ammo box : mini shovel + tow strap http://www.youtube.com/user/TheHondaforeman500/videos

02-19-2012, 02:35 PM	#7 (permalink)
tskfreak Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: parsippany, new jersey Posts: 1,387	oh yeah i agree main my zilla's ride great, but i was just saying i was impressed with what the stockers did as little as i rode on them that is.....lol __________________ 2012 FOREMAN 500 ES 27 INCH ZILLA'S ITP SS212'S ALL BLACK WHEELS 1.5 INCH STI ALUMINUM WHEEL SPACERS BIG GUN EXHAUST TWIN AIR FILTER, K&N OIL FILTER ALUMINUM PRODUCTS SKID PLATE POWERMADD STAR SERIES HANDGUARDS MOOSE OZARK REAR BAG 4 INCH PVC STORAGE COMPARTMENT

02-19-2012, 06:23 PM	#8 (permalink)
chrisb Honda Lover Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: West NJ Posts: 491	I had stocks for 2 yrs and hated them but just wanted to pay for my quad first, I finally had a chance to ride mine today with my new sti black diamond xtr and mud where I use to have to keep it floored and rock it in 4wd. Today I was 1/4 throttle 2wd and walked right out with no problems. I was also really impressed how much more stable the quad is with stronger side walls. A world of difference __________________ tamarack trunkRich450's custom storage tube powermadd star series handgaurds more to come

02-19-2012, 08:53 PM	#9 (permalink)
Kipes Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: May 2009 Location: Upper Peninsula of Michigan Posts: 3,731	I agree, stock tires are the cheapest contract tire out there. Waayyy better choices out there. __________________ 2006 Foreman 4x4 500s Powermadd handguards 2.5 Warn winch 2" Perfex long travel lift kit High Lifter springs 26-12-12 Executioners on rear 26-10-12 Executioners on front Douglas Rattlesnake rims 3rd Headlight switch Moose Heated Handgrips and thumb warmer Replaced the stock silver engine covers and front skid plate with 07 camo black and painted front brush guard black 2005 Rancher 350ES 2wd 2001 Polaris 325 Trailboss 2wd

02-19-2012, 09:21 PM	#10 (permalink)
lop3r1 Honda Red Wing Rider Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: gulfport, mississippi Posts: 1,596	here's something to consider when dropping big bucks on aftermarket tires...you gotta drop the big bucks!!! stockers are only temporary. they are only there to get you to your house. they suck after the 1st ride. __________________ 07 foreman s camo 2" hl lift 1" hl wheel spacers 27" outlaws epi/hl outlaw clutch kit hmf utility, uni filter, dynojet kit 3000lb superwinch triangle snorkel kit herculiner on racks/front bumper custom front recovery point gerber gator machete mod big nuts on the seat

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