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Kc_zombie
Posted on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 - 03:45 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I am looking really hard at putting XB wheels and brakes on my S1 Project. I know there are several threads on the subject, i,e. Serialk's and Purpony's project bikes.

So...
Besides looking really nice, what are the pros and cons?

Can I mount a wider tire and still stay with a belt?

Can I run X1 triples with XB legs?

Any guidance, instruction, or comments would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!
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Purpony
Posted on Tuesday, January 29, 2013 - 03:57 pm:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

You get the benefit of the cool ZTL brake, along with a 5.5" rear wheel to run a 180 rear tire. Same setup though if you have PM wheels, which the rear is also 5.5". Belt works fine with a 180 tire.

You can fit 03-04 XB forks in X1 triples, but you need to either use clip ons or tall bar spacers.

Im very happy with the XB wheels on my bike!
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Rick_a
Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 12:53 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

I think they look all wrong on a tuber, and although it weighs more, I prefer dual rotors.
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Serialk
Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 01:47 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Sorry I haven't chimed in in a while. Been super busy. The XB rims in my opinion are badass. The ZTL brake just looks mean.
I used 03 forks in my X1 triples.
you could use xb triples with an X1 stem pressed in or stock xb triples with a spacer to compensate for the space. (XB triples have a longer stem)

There are a few ways of doing the front. each method has its pros and cons.
The rear is pretty straight forward. -spacers.

Should have some time over the next few weeks to work on my X1 and post up some pictures. My rear end is like 60% done and I just mounted my Vrod headlight.

On a side note... I was able to sell my PM rims for $500 which helped fund my wheel swap
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Kc_zombie
Posted on Wednesday, January 30, 2013 - 09:00 am:   Edit Post Delete Post View Post/Check IP Print Post    Move Post (Custodian/Admin Only) Ban Poster IP (Custodian/Admin only)

Thanks for your opinions and input.

(Message edited by kc_zombie on January 30, 2013)
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