I am due for a new set of tires and I would like to get some that have grip and last more than 2000 miles. Any suggestions? i bought some Dunlop Qualifiers and they lasted 2000 miles... no burnouts, no track days, just warm runs in the country.... i am not getting them again just because of the poor wear.

What do you guys run? and how long do they last?

 

well i actually just bought a new set of Qualifiers, i'll be pissed if that's all I get out of them.

 

Soft compound tires will definately wear fast. It depends on you, how you run. If you more on the freeway and lack of twisties I suggest go for touring tires (good mileage). If you are more into twisties, go for the soft compund which won't last.

Previously I had used bridgestone 020 (touring type) which last more than 10000km. I had shifted to 014 which I believe more lasting than 02(both soft compound) which a buddy of mine using right now.

Direct comparison with other bikes can't be accurate as well, since it depends on your braking, weight of the bike and the rider andthe pressure too.

 

Could always go with the BT-56 although I never like how the front end felt.
You will ALWAYS trade off wear for grip. I like the Q's on my 99. I also like the 208ZR's, and they lasted longer.
There are always the Pirelli Supersport tires. I realize they are not a Diablo Corsa III but if you are looking for something to last longer, they are good. Just keep an eye on the rear tires because when it goes......it goes NOW. You'll think there is tread left and you'll check at the gas station to see chords. They do grip good for a standard tire though. Just watch the wear bars.

 

THanks for the suggestions guys.,... i will have to make a decision pretty soon here. I am always in the twisties dragging my knees and i love going 150+ so... i think i will have to sacrifice wear for grip

 

If you're spending much time dragging your knees and/or going 150+ you should be very pleased with getting 2000 miles out of a set of qualifiers. Those are just cheapie tires intended for daily commuting with a light mix of moderate sport riding. If you're really spending a lot of time at over 125 and doing some serious turns you should be running some GP tires and changing them at 500-700 miles topps.

 

This what happen to me yesterday, I pulled over in a gas station after a hard run and noticed white chords on the middle of the rear tire. How long it will last? I can't change it where I'm right now, have to ride around 170km for the nearest shop! damn!!

 

I run Dunlop Sportmax' and they are all around awesome. I've had them for around 1500 miles now and they have a lot of tread left on them. I don't really ever go bove 90MPH so that probably helps with the wear. I've heard Pilot Pro's are also a pretty solid bet. Good luck

 

i run a 190 mich pilot thing on the rear of mine. found its rubbish in the wet on greasey roads. always feels a bit unsure on bends as well, unless thats just me lol. going for a maxxis 180 now on mine will see how that feels.

 

When i say "always".. i mean on the weekends... this is my daily commuter. I would prefer not to be racing in the morning heading to work in dress pants and a laptop over my shoulder..... Pilot Pro's or the Sport Max sounds like a good fit for me.