Talked to Jake Wilson. According to them since it was a tear during mounting, warranty does not really cover it, but they were going to take care of it for me this time. I went ahead and had it replaced with a Dunlop Elite 3. Do not think it is a great tire either (not like Avon or Metzeler), but will have to do. I do not ride that thing much anyway - just needed something for the occasional putting around town. Although, I am running shinkos on my Kawi and so far they are holding up good. But next tire change, I am going with a better know brand.