8 inch wheels vs 12 inch wheels on trailers?
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Another question. What are folk's thoughts on 8" wheels vs 12" wheels on motorcycle trailers? Pros and cons?
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keep them greased and it wont matter
I went from 8" to 12" Trails easier.
i pulled a trailer with 8 inchers for 55k miles plus a pop up …..never a problem. no i have on w/ 13’s 2 w/12’s and one w/8’s no problem
No difference to me. I see 8 inch tires on some boat trailers, cargo trailers and some camping trailers. I would never change from a stock situation of 8 inch tires to 12 unless I needed to add a little height to the tongue
Agree keep proper air press. And bearing greased not a problem.
Just a small difference in hitting a pot hole, and rolling over it. Just remember your no longer riding a motorcycle when your towing a trailer
12" wheels are better in my opinion. Rides better. Ride cooler. Easier on bearings (bigger tires + less revolutions = less bearing stress)
Ive pulled 8" and12". Only difference is looks and peace of mind. Keep the8" maintained properly and haul butt.
It has to do with tire rotation. A smaller tire spins faster then a larger tire. This may put more strain , heat on bearings. That’s the thought. I would put bearing buds on . I think that’s what they are called.
It seems like 12" tires will raise the height of the trailer by 2", thus increasing the wind resistance. Just a thought.
The 8 inch wheels help keep the center of gravity low with the torsion axle
I’ve had no issues with 8" , pulled my trailer to the west coast and back 2x. Several smaller trips in between.
I’ve run both behind cars and bikes at interstate speeds within the tire load limits. I run good bearings and tires. Only had one tire issue and it was when I cheaped out.
I have 8 inch, pulled many days at high speed with no issues. 12" wear longer, but cost more.
My experience is if your running 8 inch X 5:70 your fine but the 12 inch will last supper long. I think you’ll figure it out the more miles you tow…………Good Luck
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