Feb 8, 2012 · the 80/100-21 is all i run on DIRT.. having a narrower tire front or rear means better turning and will "cut" better through sand and silt.. on street there wouldn't be a noticeable difference in feel or handling between the '80 or 90'.. UNLESS the tread designs were different of course.. and mount the 80 up before judging how skinny it looks.
100/80-R17 tires are 1 inch (25.4 mm) smaller in diameter than 80/100-R18 tires and the speedometer difference is 4.1%.TZiQ.