Replacement Tires for 2007 LeesureLite Excel Motorcycle Camper Trailer
Updated 06/18/2012 | Published 06/14/2012
Products Featured in This Question
Question:
I purchased a used 2007 Leesurelite motorcycle camper trailer with tires that I want to replace. old age and unsure of condition, dry-rot, etc They offer two options, a 4.8-8 standard tire or a wider 16.5/6.5-8 tire. Unloaded base axle weight is 255 lbs. What are the advantages/disadvantages of the narrower tire vs. the wider tire? Would you recommend any other tire size over the two offered?
asked by: Stephen O
Expert Reply:
Although both tire sizes you mention are pretty close in diameter, they would mount on different sized wheels. The 4.8-8 tire, like part # AM10004 works best on a 8 x 3-3/4 inch wide wheel, while the 165/65-8, like part # AM1HP22 (which is the equivalent size to the 16.5 x 6.5-8 you mentioned) works best on a 5-3/8 inch wide wheel.
If you want to use your existing wheels, I would go with whichever tire size matches the wheel. Typically, a wider tire will offer more stability, but with a small, light motorcycle trailer any advantage provided by the wider tire would be tiny.
To retain clearance between the tire and fender and the inside of the tire and the trailer, I would recommend sticking as closely as possible to the original tire size.
Be sure to keep trailer tires fully inflated to the pressure rating listed on the tire sidewall. Trailer tires perform best at their maximum pressure, as opposed to passenger vehicle tires.
I have linked you to some FAQ articles about trailer tires that you might find helpful.
Product Page this Question was Asked From
Kenda K371 Bias Trailer Tire - 4.80/4.00-8 - Load Range C
- Trailer Tires and Wheels
- Tire Only
- Bias Ply Tire
- Load Range C
- 4.80/4.00-8
- 8 Inch
- Kenda
more information >
Featured Help Information
Miscellaneous Media
Continue Researching
- Shop: Kenda 165/65-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C
- Shop: Kenda 165/65-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" Galvanized Wheel w/ Offset - 5 on 4-1/2 - Load Range C
- Shop: Kenda 165/65-8 Bias Trailer Tire with 8" White Wheel - 4 on 4 - Load Range C
- Q&A: Lug Nut Torque Chart for Trailer Wheels
- Article: Trailer Wiring Diagrams
- Shop: Trailer Hitch
- Search Results: trailer tires and wheels
- Video: Measuring To Choose The Right Trailer Axle
- Search Results: trailer hitch
- Shop: Trailer Wiring
- Shop: Power Mountain Tallboy Off-Road Bottle Jack - 8-1/2" to 37-3/4" Lift - 6 Tons
- Q&A: Comparing Kenda KR03, KR35, And KR53 Tires
- Article: Brake Controller 7- and 4-Way Installation Kit (ETBC7)
- Article: How to Measure Your Trailer Wheel Bolt Pattern
- Search Results: trailer wiring
- Shop: Suspension Enhancement
- Shop: Universal Installation Kit for Trailer Brake Controller - 7-Way RV and 4-Way Flat - 10 Gauge Wires
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between a Class II and a Class III Hitch?
- Q&A: Which is Better for Highway Use 4.80-12 or 5.30-12 Trailer TIres
- Search Results: trailer jack
- Shop: Trailer Wheel Bearing Kit for Lippert, Dexter, and AL-KO Axles - 3,500 lb with #84 Spindle
- Article: Wiring Trailer Lights with a 7-Way Plug (It's Easier Than You Think)
- Shop: Brake Controller
- Video: How to Choose a Trailer Brake Controller
- Shop: Gooseneck Hitch
- Video: Hands-On with the Hub Saver Hub and Wheel Protector
- Q&A: What is the Difference Between Load Range C and D ST175/80D13 Trailer Tires
- Article: How to Measure for Trailer Hitch Drop
- Shop: etrailer Electric Trailer Brakes - Self-Adjusting - 12" - Left/Right Hand - 5.2K to 7K
- Search Results: spare tire mount
on Trailer Tires and Wheels
