How Motorcycle Tire Sizes Work (90/90-18, 3.00-18, 110/80-17)

Two common formats

  • Metric: 90/90-18 = width 90mm / aspect 90% / rim 18โ€
  • Inch: 3.00-18 = approx width 3.00โ€ / rim 18โ€

Quick rules that prevent mistakes

  1. Keep rim diameter the same (18 means 18โ€).
  2. Check rim width range and clearance for wider tires.
  3. Load & speed rating matter for high-speed use.