Bidspirit auction | Cheng Shin Classic 5.10-16 Whitewall

Cheng Shin Classic 5.10-16 Whitewall Motorcycle Tire Part 1222004 - A Taiwanese Cheng Shin Classic whitewall motorcycle tire. This tube-type tire features a 5.10-16 size specification with a 6-ply rating and a C200 tread pattern. The tire sidewall features the word Classic in script font followed by the numbers 5.10-16 and C-200-1 molded into the rubber. A blue adhesive manufacturer label displays a yellow stylized letter G logo, the part number 1222004, and the text 5.10 -16 C200 6PR W.W&WT.LTR CLASSIC. A secondary red, white, and blue label bears the words CHENG SHIN, BEST QUALITY, and the initials CST. A white retailer label is also present, reading 217-076, CLASSIC TIRE 5.10X16 WIDE, 2 1/2 inch WHITEWALL, ANTIQUE RESTORATION ONLY, and 122-2004. This tire size is typically compatible with vintage cruiser motorcycles featuring 16-inch rims, such as various Harley-Davidson models and other period-style restorations. This item is in New Old Stock (NOS) condition. The original clear plastic manufacturer wrapping is present but shows signs of long-term storage, appearing dirty, brittle, and having several tears throughout (photo 1, 4). The blue protective soap coating applied to the whitewall section at the factory shows heavy cracking and crazing across the entire visible surface (photo 2, 6). While the rubber appears intact in the provided images, the labels specify Antique Restoration Only (photo 4), and the tire should be professionally inspected for dry rot or structural degradation before any intended mounting or use.