Author Topic: What tires to get? (Read 66309 times)

JS_racer · « **Reply #40 on:** August 18, 2013, 06:47:33 AM »

Quote from: PlaynInPeoria on August 17, 2013, 08:03:47 PM

Hint, it's not the roads, it's the heavy throttle and brake application.

never hammer the throttle, not my style, never stuff the brakes either. decent pace the rest of the time.
roads are rougher shape, south west Wisconsin mostly.

another c14 rider and i were on the same group ride. he said that he rode hard and got great tire life. (this happened twice, great guys, very nice) i asked him if he rode like that all the time, he said he never takes twisties like that but rides hard.

heh
the majority of guys i ride with are sport bike guys, their mileage in on par with mine. not sure if that says anything.

h2smokin · « **Reply #41 on:** August 18, 2013, 01:24:10 PM »

I've got 11k on my angel ST tires. I ride the slab mostly and take it easy otherwise. I'll be replacing though in another 1000. Some cupping on front now and rear is about gone. Been a good tire though. Will try the Angel GT next as it is supposed to be a little longer lasting

PH14 · « **Reply #42 on:** August 18, 2013, 04:59:14 PM »

Quote from: Cuda on August 17, 2013, 03:02:39 PM

What kind of roads do you drive on to wear out tires soooo fast?

Running tire pressures lower than recommended will wear tires out more quickly as well.

maxtog · « **Reply #43 on:** August 18, 2013, 06:01:03 PM »

Quote from: PH14 on August 18, 2013, 04:59:14 PM

Running tire pressures lower than recommended will wear tires out more quickly as well.

Much quicker

martin_14 · « **Reply #44 on:** August 19, 2013, 05:33:38 AM »

Quote from: connie14boy on August 17, 2013, 09:48:55 AM

You guys are rough on tires- I would be very pissed if my tires were shot at 4-5,000 miles. From my experience, I can get 18-20,000 miles from a front PR2 and 15-17,000 on a rear PR2. I keep 'em at 42 p.s.i. and do mostly secondary roads and canyon sweepers for fun. These Michelins are the best tires I have ever bought, no contest.

you can try what happens at >3000 rpm. Who knows...

PlaynInPeoria · « **Reply #45 on:** August 19, 2013, 10:30:01 AM »

PlaynInPeoria · « **Reply #46 on:** August 19, 2013, 10:35:25 AM »

Quote from: martin_14 on August 19, 2013, 05:33:38 AM

you can try what happens at >3000 rpm. Who knows...

What he said. I do complain when I go through a set and also when I get low 30's mileage. It doesn't change my behavior though! Now that I am beginning to get the hang of this thing after 7k (and unlinking the *&%%$$ brakes), I like yanking the throttle while leaned over. I just wish I had the money to get a reflash, it's gutless at low rpm. Maybe next spring. I considered doing it over the winter, but want to ride it, slap the reflashed ECU in and then go ride it again to feel the difference.

feelergaugephil · « **Reply #47 on:** August 24, 2013, 12:16:14 AM »

PR 2s lasted 3k on rear, yes I ride it like a 1400, if I was bothered about getting 10k out of a tire I would by a 125cc bike!
Switched to PR3s, love em, 4k on back and still looks good, wore the sides out though...lol, more grip than PR2s.
I run at 36psi front, 38 psi rear. 42 too harsh for my kind of riding.

VirginiaJim · « **Reply #48 on:** August 25, 2013, 09:23:48 AM »

It revs higher than 3,000 rpm?

mikeb2411 · « **Reply #49 on:** June 04, 2014, 02:32:12 PM »

Guys, I'm sorry for "beating a dead horse" here but I do have a tire question. My C14 has 5600 miles on it and will be needing tires, eventually. From what I've read the Michelin PR 4's seem to be the way to go. Where does one go to get these tires for the best price? The Kawi shop nearby wants $550.00 for PR 4's (with install and balancing)...there has to be a better way. I'm listening...thanks!

gPink · « **Reply #50 on:** June 04, 2014, 02:46:31 PM »

Price PR2s if you can find them or PR3s. Unless you have to have the latest/greatest. A small independent shop will have a better price if you know one you can trust. Where ever you go make sure they are aware of the sensors in the wheels. Pricey if the tire monkey breaks them.

VirginiaJim · « **Reply #51 on:** June 04, 2014, 05:37:15 PM »

PR3s are good tires..

clogan · « **Reply #52 on:** June 04, 2014, 05:44:41 PM »

Back in early April, I tried to order a new PR4 GT series, 55 profile, for the rear of my bike. All sites I tried had none in stock. After waiting six weeks or so, and still not finding any in stock anywhere,I ordered an Avon XM instead. $174 or so to my door, plus another $30 bucks to mount and balance, and I am back to riding. 500 miles so far, and I really like the tire.

stevewfl · « **Reply #53 on:** June 04, 2014, 05:45:31 PM »

Awesomeness right here

Order front 120/17 here: http://www.jakewilson.com/p/3791/30411/Michelin-Pilot-Road-3-Radial-Front-Motorcycle-Tire?term=pilot%20road%203

Order rear 190/55 here: http://www.jakewilson.com/p/3841/30413/Michelin-Pilot-Road-3-Radial-Rear-Motorcycle-Tire?term=pilot%20road%203%20rear

jdanek · « **Reply #54 on:** June 05, 2014, 07:06:38 AM »

I was also looking at the PilotRoad 4s in 190/55.

Can anyone tell me if the C14 needs n the "GT" version or do you just run with the standard PR4s?

Thanks

JoeRau · « **Reply #55 on:** June 05, 2014, 07:22:29 AM »

Quote from: jdanek on June 05, 2014, 07:06:38 AM

I was also looking at the PilotRoad 4s in 190/55.

Can anyone tell me if the C14 needs n the "GT" version or do you just run with the standard PR4s?

Thanks

I have the PR4 GT's on my C14. Went with the GT because I figure around 1000 lbs on the road with me, gear, and cargo. Add another 125 lbs when my daughter is with. I wanted the heavier construction to handle the load. Maybe be ok on the non GT if you are a skinny guy and never carry a lot of weight.

I did stick with the 190/50 since I could not get the 55 series when I wanted them. No complaints on the 50 series. I have not run a 55 yet, but maybe my next tire I will if they can be found.

clogan · « **Reply #56 on:** June 05, 2014, 07:59:39 AM »

It is interesting to note that tread depth is greater on the 50 series than on the 55 series...at least on the Avon. Not sure about PR4. Of course, many things enter into a tire's useful life, not just tread depth.

katata1100 · « **Reply #57 on:** June 08, 2014, 12:47:09 PM »

I had my pr3's installed by the dealer two years ago. I ordered them and four days later, they were there and installed. Great.
I needed a new rear tire so I thought I'd save $40 by having local independent shop do it,
I ordered tire. A week later, shop called and said wrong tire came in, they'll get the right tire in three days.
I dropped my tire off. A day later, got call saying that the tpms just "fell apart". Uh huh.
I went in and the thing was busted up. Shop agreed to order a new one.
One week later, they said the wrong part arrived. One week later, they get tpms and tire mounted up- great.
I put wheel on bike, got no reading from that tire. Called shop, they said it shouldn't require reprogramming (it did!).
Shop agrees to pay for reprogramming, I drive 30 miles to dealer for that.
I think all of this went on for almost two months. I actually drove the thing for the first time last week (one week road trip).
I really wished I would've paid the extra $40 and had the tire installed back in feb. I think I paid for the tire end of feb, the tire with reprogramming was done third week of April.
If the dealer F's up a sensor, it is on their dime. Plus, I have extended warranty so if a sensor is going out, dealer is a good choice to replace tire and sensor.

Frank ZZR · « **Reply #58 on:** June 11, 2014, 07:23:13 AM »

Has anyone tried the new Bridgestone BT 30 yet??

bigtremb · « **Reply #59 on:** May 06, 2015, 02:28:11 PM »

So I need a new pair of tires and I don't know wich one to choose?!?!

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