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18" vs. 19" REAR WHEEL
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[QUOTE="RM_guy, post: 648726, member: 20652"] The difference between an 18 and 19" is in the rim size, not the outside diameter. Suspension is not affected. The reason they went to a 19" for MX is to reduce the side wall height which reduces the "wallowing" feel you get when the side wall flexes. It gives you a more precise feel on the track. But since there is less side wall you have more of a chance of getting a pinch flat when you hit square edge obstacles. If you ride predominately in the woods get an 18" wheel but either one will work fine IMO. You can tell the difference between the two on the track because the 19" feels more stable but unless you are riding MX all the time or are really into racing then either is OK. I'd make my decision base on the rest of the bike than with the rear wheel size. One is designed for MX and the other for the woods. What do you ride more of? [/QUOTE]
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