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Old 12-09-2017, 11:52 PM   #66 (permalink)
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Larger rims have more of the rotating mass toward the outside, so even if they're not any heavier (which they almost certainly will be), they'll feel a lot heavier due to the extra inertia. Chances are you lose economy and gain some ride harshness.
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