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Posted by: Starky
I prefer the Dirt Devils over the Mud lights. They're almost identical in weight, they wear better and they are usually cheaper. Also, with the staggered tread pattern you get a little better ride on the hard pack trails.
Posted by: jed250
Try swampfoxes
Posted by: RedGoblin
Truth of the matter is, the Mudlites may very well be the best true mud/trail tire out there. HOWEVER, they are composed of a soft rubber and wear poorly compared to competitive tires. The Goodyear Mudrunners, although a tad bit pricey, will fit the bill exceptionally and wear VERY well. The new Highlifter Outlaw MSTs, which I hope to get my hands on, look to be on par with the Mudrunners, but only time will tell. On the more trail and less mud side of things, there are the Maxxis Bighorns which once again put a little bit more stress on your wallet but will perform well in all aspects and from the look of the tread design, perform for quite a while. I don't know if the jury is in on the new Mudlite XTRs as far as longevity, but I'm sure the performance is awesome.
Posted by: RedGoblin
Now I can vouch for the Super Swamper Vampires. Great in mud and very durable tire, however your powersliding abilities will be greatly diminished if you like playing baja racer out there on the trails.
Posted by: RedGoblin
Very true, but joe asked for a more trail-friendly tire as well and I personally do not believe the Vamps fit that bill. I enjoy the sportiness of the stock tires, but will soon put either Mudrunners or Outlaw MSTs on because they are quite aggressive, but will still allow you to slide around on the hardpack. I forgot the Mudbugs and Gators, which are virtually the same tire, they are probably very good too.
Posted by: Outrage
I'm happy to say I ride with a group that has many KQ owners. Almost all have different tires too and here's what I've seen.
Mud Bugs are better than Mud Lites hands down. I had 26" Mud Lites but have moved to 27" Mud Lite XTRs on 17" rims. The 27" Bugs seem to be better than the XTRs but then again I did go with the 17" rim which is better for the hard packed stuff. If you want a mudder then stick with the 12" rim for more floation. Now are the XTRs better than the standard Mud Lites I'm still not sure. They are on the hard packed stuff without a doubt but in the mud I'm still testing them out.
RAGE
Posted by: HughJazz
ITP 589 work great too
Posted by: 1988fast250x
OUTLAWS!!!
Posted by: garrett5462
what about gators or 589's. or even the vampire super swampers if you get your azz into the deep stuff.
Posted by: garrett5462
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Originally posted by: RedGoblin
Now I can vouch for the Super Swamper Vampires. Great in mud and very durable tire, however your powersliding abilities will be greatly diminished if you like playing baja racer out there on the trails.
yea, but you can go through deep mud!!!!img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-smile.gif" border="0">img src="i/expressions/face-icon-small-cool.gif" border="0">
Posted by: garrett5462
vampire super swampers for muddin all the way!
Posted by: garrett5462
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Originally posted by: 1988fast250x
OUTLAWS!!!
yea them to!!
Posted by: brutebadger
I have the 26" Mud Lite XL's and absolutely love them. They are great in the mud and snow and remain comfortable on the trail for the most part. I have also heard great reviews about the Maxxis Mud Bugs. They are the same weight, or maybe a hair lighter than the Mud Lites and from what I hear, they are more durable. You maight want to take a look into these. Just a suggestion
Mud Bugs
Posted by: Varmintman
Well the Mudlite XTR is now out in the 12 inch model. I just ordered a set of 26 inchers on ITP Type 5 wheels. I will post when I have some feedback. Im pretty anxious to get them. They do look pretty nasty....
Posted by: Varmintman
Well, I just got my Mudlite XTRs and have a little feedback. They haul through the mud like nothing I could imagine. I dont have a lot of brands to compare them to as these are the 1st replacements ive had. But im impressed. On the dry trail. They seem to handle a lot better in the corners than the OEMs. A little grabby in the ruts. And a little rougher riding, but they are a radial. I put over 150 miles on these in the last 8 days and they seem to do real well for wear. Lots of gravel roads between trail.......I got them from an outfit called ATV Outdoorsman. Found them on EBAY. Good price too......$620.00 for 26s on Type 5 ITP wheels and the hardware delivered.....So far, so good.
Posted by: averagejoe
mudding tires that are still trail ride friendly? whats better in the mud itp mudlites or itp mudlite xtr's? if you know an even better tire let me know thanks.
Posted by: Bayoumudder220
try the carlisle strykers there tough and ride smooth, they powerslide better than my stockers and i drove my bayou across my dried up pond today. the mud was like 2 ft deep but the lil brute powered right through it there cheap and preform better than i ever thought they would
Posted by: Mudder1
Anybody tried the Interco SwampLites?
Good price and looks like an agressive lug. I've need to buy a set of bigger lug tires and I was leaning toward the mudlites, but I'm concerned about wearing out too fast.
Most of my ride is hard trail, but when I need mud traction, my stock KQ tires are almost worthless.
Anyone have the best combo, without giving up ride and handling?????
Posted by: CeeCee
489's
Most people think of the deep tread tires as being the best. Depending on where a person rides. Most people do not need a really deep tread and the extra weight only slows them down on the trail.
In the last few years, I have seen the local trails change for the bad. Everything is torn all to heck because of the deep tread tires.
I keep a set of 26" DD's on hand. But mostly, I run my worn out stock tires. Mostly out of respect for the landowners. I still go all the same places without a problem.
