Tire advice
Tire advice
What tyres would you suggest for someone who is planning on using the bike in all weathers as a commuter and for fun at weekends?
Last edited by gotcbr; Apr 8, 2012 at 03:08 PM. Reason: created new thread for OP
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Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa Tire Combo | KneeDraggers
Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 Tire Combo | KneeDraggers
Pirelli Diablo Tire Combo | KneeDraggers
are my suggestions for ya
Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 Tire Combo | KneeDraggers
Pirelli Diablo Tire Combo | KneeDraggers
are my suggestions for ya
Last edited by gotcbr; Apr 8, 2012 at 03:09 PM.
On black circles do they sell as a set or is the price per tyre?
http://www.blackcircles.com/catalogu...&tyre=11403369
http://www.blackcircles.com/catalogu...&tyre=11403369
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^That's $142 U.S.
The same tire here goes for $153. So, as far as U.S. pricing goes, you're getting a small price break.
The front goes for about $112.
You said - "Thanks might go for the lowest price while I am starting out as I won't be going ***** out as a beginner lol"
Don't cheap out on tires. Buy quality, like the ones you just mentioned, & you'll thank yourself down the road. For the type of riding you mention you'll be doing, the dual/triple compound types will give you the most mileage & wear for your money. Besides Bridgestone, Michelin & Dunlop are other good options.
Good luck in your shopping.
The same tire here goes for $153. So, as far as U.S. pricing goes, you're getting a small price break.
The front goes for about $112.
You said - "Thanks might go for the lowest price while I am starting out as I won't be going ***** out as a beginner lol"
Don't cheap out on tires. Buy quality, like the ones you just mentioned, & you'll thank yourself down the road. For the type of riding you mention you'll be doing, the dual/triple compound types will give you the most mileage & wear for your money. Besides Bridgestone, Michelin & Dunlop are other good options.
Good luck in your shopping.
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^That's $142 U.S.
The same tire here goes for $153. So, as far as U.S. pricing goes, you're getting a small price break.
The front goes for about $112.
You said - "Thanks might go for the lowest price while I am starting out as I won't be going ***** out as a beginner lol"
Don't cheap out on tires. Buy quality, like the ones you just mentioned, & you'll thank yourself down the road. For the type of riding you mention you'll be doing, the dual/triple compound types will give you the most mileage & wear for your money. Besides Bridgestone, Michelin & Dunlop are other good options.
Good luck in your shopping.
The same tire here goes for $153. So, as far as U.S. pricing goes, you're getting a small price break.
The front goes for about $112.
You said - "Thanks might go for the lowest price while I am starting out as I won't be going ***** out as a beginner lol"
Don't cheap out on tires. Buy quality, like the ones you just mentioned, & you'll thank yourself down the road. For the type of riding you mention you'll be doing, the dual/triple compound types will give you the most mileage & wear for your money. Besides Bridgestone, Michelin & Dunlop are other good options.
Good luck in your shopping.
and what's this no like for the pirelli tires? they make really good track/ street i've been using them for years
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Thread jack here, but GOTCBR, what do you think about the michelin road2 vs road3? I figure if I'm going to pay for tires i might as well get the "latest and greatest," but it seems they don't have the front tire in our size for the road3 (at least on bike bandit,) I only see 120/60/17 and a 120/70/18. Correct me if i'm wrong, but our bikes take a 120/70/17 front.
So then I thought, I could mix the road3 back with a road 2 front, but why not just get road2 both and have a matching set? I'm only ordering the back right now, as I have a good used Metzeler Sportec M3 for the front that is going on.
Edit: Also, I can get a 190/50 for the same price as a 180/55. The PO ran with a 190 on this bike for awhile with no problems. Any input here? Is bigger always better?
Edit again: Input is welcome from anybody, I said GOTCBR because I've seen him recommend the michelin road before, but anyone that has the answer please shout out!
So then I thought, I could mix the road3 back with a road 2 front, but why not just get road2 both and have a matching set? I'm only ordering the back right now, as I have a good used Metzeler Sportec M3 for the front that is going on.
Edit: Also, I can get a 190/50 for the same price as a 180/55. The PO ran with a 190 on this bike for awhile with no problems. Any input here? Is bigger always better?
Edit again: Input is welcome from anybody, I said GOTCBR because I've seen him recommend the michelin road before, but anyone that has the answer please shout out!
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Yes 120/70 is the correct front size for the F4. 180/55 is correct for the F4 rear. My recommendation is to stick w/ the oem sizes for optimal handling.
I typically buy my tires in pairs but there's nothing wrong w/ mixing like you're doing. However, I would suggest that you stick w/ the same type compounds of tire front & back -ie. dual compound front w/ dual compound rear, etc.
Yes, the Michelin offerings are good tires. The Michelin Pilot Road 3 in 120/70 *is* available from various suppliers. I checked w/ Motorcycle Superstore - Motorcycle Gear and Motorcycle Accessories this morning & both 120/70 & 180/55 are in stock. Side note - I routinely do business w/ motorcyclesuperstore & they've provided excellent service.
The Michelin Pilot Road 2 vs 3... Both are 2ct technology. The Road 2 IMO provides for more aggressive handling via its tread design while still retaining the ability to provide for commuting needs. The Road 3 is dedicated more toward the commuter/daily town rider w/ its more all around street designed tread. The Road 3 is still capable of spirited twisties but designed more for the needs of the daily commuter rider. While you can mix a Road 2 front w/a Road 3 rear, I really don't see the point. Run 2's w/ 2's & 3's w/ 3's if available.
Answering your other question: Bigger is not necessarily always better. I ride an RC51 as well. Oem size rear is 190/50. However, many owners routinely replace w/a 180/55 b/c its a taller tire & increases ease of turn-in. *To repeat tho - for the F4/F4i tho, the 120/70 & 180/55 is optimal for handling.
Good luck shopping. :-)
I typically buy my tires in pairs but there's nothing wrong w/ mixing like you're doing. However, I would suggest that you stick w/ the same type compounds of tire front & back -ie. dual compound front w/ dual compound rear, etc.
Yes, the Michelin offerings are good tires. The Michelin Pilot Road 3 in 120/70 *is* available from various suppliers. I checked w/ Motorcycle Superstore - Motorcycle Gear and Motorcycle Accessories this morning & both 120/70 & 180/55 are in stock. Side note - I routinely do business w/ motorcyclesuperstore & they've provided excellent service.
The Michelin Pilot Road 2 vs 3... Both are 2ct technology. The Road 2 IMO provides for more aggressive handling via its tread design while still retaining the ability to provide for commuting needs. The Road 3 is dedicated more toward the commuter/daily town rider w/ its more all around street designed tread. The Road 3 is still capable of spirited twisties but designed more for the needs of the daily commuter rider. While you can mix a Road 2 front w/a Road 3 rear, I really don't see the point. Run 2's w/ 2's & 3's w/ 3's if available.
Answering your other question: Bigger is not necessarily always better. I ride an RC51 as well. Oem size rear is 190/50. However, many owners routinely replace w/a 180/55 b/c its a taller tire & increases ease of turn-in. *To repeat tho - for the F4/F4i tho, the 120/70 & 180/55 is optimal for handling.
Good luck shopping. :-)