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  1. hughjinjin

    advantages of larger diameter wheels/tyres ?

    thanks for the replies, I think I'll reword my question a bit. I'd like to know what is the difference in tyre behaviour between a small diameter tyre and a larger one of the same section width/aspect ratio?
  2. hughjinjin

    advantages of larger diameter wheels/tyres ?

    thanks, I am actually talking about larger diameter tyres, do they offer any advantages over smaller ones?
  3. hughjinjin

    advantages of larger diameter wheels/tyres ?

    hi, could someone explain the advantages of say a 17 inch wheel over a 13 inch wheel in a racing environment. From what I've read rolling resistance is primarily a result of the hysterysis of the rubber, so it has nothing to do with that? I've also heard plenty people say that the larger radius...

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