. . . I'd routinely get 12-14k from the 1st couple batches of Avon Azaros.From my service records, the wonderful people at Avon reduced the initial tread depth from 5mm to the wear bars to 4mm. Perhaps to 'improve handling', perhaps to save the cost of the rubber. So now I run Michelins.
The last couple of Avons only returned 8-9k. . . .
Just got back from a 2985 mile tour through Idaho, Montana & Wyoming. Some wonderful roads to ride "spirited". They went and wore my Bridgestone BT45 rear down into the wear bars. Not complaining ... I got just over 7,000 miles out of a $131.00 investment.I have run Bridgestone BT45's on my '06 and they do everything that I need a tire to do,
I need new tires right away.. Has anyone found a good price recently on decent Connie sized tires? I'm inclined to order another pair of BT 45 V rated but I'd consider other options.
Thanks for your feedback guys.
Thanks a lot guys,
Steve, where did you find the Shinko/BT 023 combo?
Brian
I am having a great time with the same PR3 front, but I use the Michelin Commander II on the rear.I tried that same combination and liked it very well until I tried accelerating out of a corner on a wet road. The Commander II hooked up well on the wet upright, but slipped out way too easy on a corner. Just my experiences.
Ok to run the shinko's with a radial front on an 87? My front is about worn out but just wondering because I may leave it till next spring.
I'd just like to hijack this thread for a second, and go on my annual rant.You just let me know when you plan on leaving. I will glady go with you, I want my GT's back also
When I put the Pilot GTs on, this was the most 'no brainer' decision I ever made r.e. tires. Sure, it changed the handling characteristics a bit (needed more force on the left or right handlebar for sweepers and such, due to the heavier tire), these tires had grip, decreased my revs a bit (helps with the Buzz slightly), corrected my speedo, were high mileage tires (12K+ rear, 20K+ front for me), made the bike MUCH less squirrely/more stable around the draft of big rigs, and looked awesome to boot.
Sure, the sportier types among the group here like more nimble/grippier tires (usually much shorter lasting tires as a result too), which is perfectly fine, but for many of us touring types, these tires fit the Connie like a glove!
I say that all of us Pilot GT fans get together, drive down to Michelin US headquarters, and take turns beating up whichever execs are responsible for discontinuing the Pilot GT, UNTIL THEY AGREE TO PUT THEM BACK IN THE MICHELIN TIRE LINEUP!
My second GT front is almost on it's last legs now, and I've had an AM42 Venom rear for a while now. Not a bad tire, but not the GT...
Goldwingers loved 'em, quite a few Connie guys loved 'em, and many other biker types (with our size rims) loved 'em. A truly great tire choice.
/rant off. Carry on!
Have them tell you the date code on the GT because it could be a few years old.