Looking to buy a 880, but Metzler's designations seem to indicate a lower top speed. What fits the 1300 rear, and can hold speed and cornering?
I also read very good review on the Bridgestone 020, handling and durability. I went to my local Honda dealer and asked about the 020. They had a brand new set they just took off a State Patrol bike to switch to another set. With zero miles on them, but technically used, I bought the front and rear set for $190. Good deal for all.According to the Metzler catalog, the 170/60R-17 tire is rated 78V which is good for 149MPH. Not exactly sure what you are looking for here.
IMHO, this is one tire that I will never put on my bike (and I have tried four different types so far) simply because it uses too hard a compound in order to get great tire life which compromises handling of your bike. I know of one rider on this forum who went down riding an 880 on the rear and likely would not if he was using a different tire.
Good deal indeed. I've run a couple of sets of 020s and have been satisfied with them. They might not last as long as some brands but still are a good value...I also read very good review on the Bridgestone 020, handling and durability. I went to my local Honda dealer and asked about the 020. They had a brand new set they just took off a State Patrol bike to switch to another set. With zero miles on them, but technically used, I bought the front and rear set for $190. Good deal for all.
With great respect, I would not buy them as their only downside is slow turning. I've ridden a lot of mountain roads where a slow turn puts you in a 2,000 foot freefall. And with some arthritis in my wrists, I don't need even more effort. I do envy the mileage.This Hankook tire will fit nice on the ST 1300 The last picture shows the tire with over 10,000 hard miles on it.
I used an ME880 rear, and long story short, almost crashed coming into an easy corner on a wet road, at very conservative speed, under engine braking only. The rear end started coming around. And it drifts in corners even when the roads are dry. It isn't made for cornering nor adverse road conditions. But the Z6 front was very nice, both with traction and longevity!...
IMHO, this is one tire that I will never put on my bike (and I have tried four different types so far) simply because it uses too hard a compound in order to get great tire life which compromises handling of your bike. I know of one rider on this forum who went down riding an 880 on the rear and likely would not if he was using a different tire.
Probably because the OP was asking for opinions...The OP is asking about Metzeler, why do you dorks keep talking about Bridgestone?
Looking to buy a 880, but Metzler's designations seem to indicate a lower top speed. What fits the 1300 rear, and can hold speed and cornering?
The OP is asking about Metzeler, why do you dorks keep talking about Bridgestone?