1929 M5 Tyre advice

[Angelo]

1929 M5
Bike is fitted with 19" rims and currently has :
Front 2.75x19
Rear 3.25x19

I don't want to change the wheels as they are in very very good condition but the front doesn't fill the mudguard enough - it's the lightweight sports mudguard (not valanced) so the gap it more noticeable. I am thinking of going up a size or two on the front and possibly on the back as 3.50 are much cheaper than 3.25

So my question is what have you fitted to an M series bike and I know there is plenty of space in the front but the rear tyre is quite close to the chain - be interested to know if anyone has a 3.50 front and rear.

All advice gratefully received, thanks.

[norman_john]

My M1 has had new rims on it, but if it helps the tyres are:
Rear - Mitas 350-19
Front - Mitas 350-19 (i.e the same).
I recently acquired the bike but with this rather odd combination, but it appears to steer and stop very well. Visually it matches the large front guard nicely too.

Cheers
John

[Andy.S]

I always used vintage tyres for my pre war bikes
https://www.vintagetyres.com
Very helpful people.

[Angelo]

I always used vintage tyres for my pre war bikes
https://www.vintagetyres.com
Very helpful people.

Good shout - thanks

[Angelo]

My M1 has had new rims on it, but if it helps the tyres are:
Rear - Mitas 350-19
Front - Mitas 350-19 (i.e the same).
I recently acquired the bike but with this rather odd combination, but it appears to steer and stop very well. Visually it matches the large front guard nicely too.

Cheers
John

That's very useful - I wonder if I could be 350s on - they are easily available- thanks

[norman_john]

You’re welcome Angelo