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•Tires According to Keigwin, tires are another important component when it comes to handling motorcycles. "Simple knowledge of how different types of tires help maneuverability may also help you be a faster and smoother rider," he suggests.
Keigwin further suggests reducing weight from unsprung parts such as wheels, rotors, sprockets and engine parts. He said that this technique helps in handling motorcycle better. His opinion is that some of weight of components may create effect that makes motorcycle go straight. However, by installing lighter components, according to Keigwin, helps in improving considerably handling of motorcycle. For him, "Power is almost at end of my list of priorities; right before cosmetics."
•Handling factor The handling factor also comes as a priority above power and cosmetics. This is according to Alex Florea of AFMotorsports. Florea said that to an average rider, several things may not be so visible. This includes installing taller tires without adjusting geometry. This may cause riders to loose stability and may need to adjust triple clamps on forks to make up for difference. With regards to slicks, he suggests that DOT tires are better investments.
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