BT-021 rear, BT-023 front?

[atgattrat]

The ST I just bought has a one year old BT-021 on the back with plenty of tread. I need a new front tire.

Since the BT-023 has replaced the BT-021, I'm planning on mixing the two.

Should be okay, right?

 

[Uncle Phil]

Don't tell the bike and she will never know ... ;-) Seriously, you will be just fine. I've run all sorts of tire combinations on my STs before without problems - other than the tread wicking away rather quickly!

 

[atgattrat]

Thanks for the help

 

[Sarcastic_one]

I'm in exactly the same situation. The 021 on the front is toast but the rear has lots of life left....damn stoppies...
On a related note, I'm looking for a step by step for removing and reinstalling the front wheel. I know it "should" be a simple process but I'd still like an idea of the procedure before I start. The tire retailer is mounting and balancing.
Anyone care to point me in the right direction?
Thanks
Andrew

 

[sennister]

I have a 020 rear and 023 front now. No big deal.

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[M&M Take2]

The only issue I would have is the 021 is not recommended for the rear. You can use it but it won't last very long. The weight of the ST will kill that tire in less than 5 thousand miles. JMNSHO. Marty

 

[sennister]

The only issue I would have is the 021 is not recommended for the rear. You can use it but it won't last very long. The weight of the ST will kill that tire in less than 5 thousand miles. JMNSHO. Marty

The 023 lasted under 6K for me. I am trying the 020 now. That is why I have a mix.

 

[M&M Take2]

The 023 lasted under 6K for me. I am trying the 020 now. That is why I have a mix

I've used the 020F almost exclusively since day one and regularly get 10 thou out of them. This time out I'm trying a set of PR2's, once I kill this set of BT020F's. People have been speaking so highly of them I've got to give them a try! Marty

 

[sennister]

I've used the 020F almost exclusively since day one and regularly get 10 thou out of them. This time out I'm trying a set of PR2's, once I kill this set of BT020F's. People have been speaking so highly of them I've got to give them a try! Marty

I had PR2s on and they are nice but noisy when they get old. Mainly in the corners. I tried out the BT023 as I mentioned but didn't get much life. So I slapped on a 020 rear and when this is gone I should be about due for a new front. By then the PR3 should be out so I will either try those or PR2 again. I would say that the main reason for that is because the BT020 is a bear to mount/dismount. PR2 isn't bad to do. Since I mount and balance my own tires that is a factor. If you take them it it isn't your problem.

 

[M&M Take2]

I'm using a Cycle Hill changer and I agree the 020's are a pain but a little softening in the sun and they can be "persuaded". I'm looking forward to the PR2's that I'll be putting on for WeSTOC. Then 6 of us are doing a loop of Washington and 4 other States before heading back to Alberta. Should be a good intro to the PR2's. Marty

 

[ligito]

I have a BT020F on the front and A Metzeler ME 880 on the rear.
The 880 is down to less than 1/8 inch and I need to make a 1,000 mile trip, in June.
Should I use the new BT020F that I bought in '08, or is it too old (DED0308)?
I could buy a new BT023, for the rear.

 

[nhdiesel]

Where did you store that new tire? If it was inside, I wouldn't hesitate to use it. Much of the lifespan of a tire has to do with damage from UV rays and airborne contaminants. If it was stored inside, out of direct sunlight, you should be fine. The recommended lifespan of a tire is based on use in the worse possible conditions.

Jim

 

[ligito]

It was stored inside my garage, out of the sunlight, with the tread vertically, on a shelf.

 

[970mike]

I'd put that 020F on the rear and ride like I stole it.

That will be like a free tire!!

 

[ligito]

That will be like a free tire!!

But, but, but I bought it.