Gonna Need A Front Tire

[BlackHawk]

New to the forum and looking for some tire reccos. The bike has a Pilot 3 on front. (Shinko Steel on the back)
Love the performance of the P3. The noise however is distracting. I ride in TX. Probably about 3-5k/yr. Mostly to work(hwy), errands and to get out of the house. We usually take one long weekend trip/yr. What's out there for consideration?

 

[Al Gully]

I've only used Bridgestones and had very good luck with them. T31 & T32's are the latest compounds out there.

 

[Pop-Pop]

I use the 31 on the front. Very fine tire and laee$$ than the 32

 

[Tedbrogden]

Used T31s and Dunlop Street Smart 3s. Good performance and mileage out of both sets in Texas.

 

[dduelin]

Welcome to ST-Owners.

Bridgestone T31 is a good value with excellent performance and mileage.

The Pilot Road 3 is probably 7 years old or more and past time to replace. I'd check the rear tire's manufacturing date.

 

[SMSW]

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[Igofar]

When living in a state with twisty roads, I ran Pirelli Angel GT's (several sets) and loved their quiet smooth ride, and rain handling ability.
That said, I am now living in Arizona, and like you, the roads are pretty straight, flat, and hot, so I've thrown on a set of the Shinko Verge tires (2nd set) and I'm liking them so far.
They are quieter than ANY of the Michelin, Bridgestone, or Dunlop tires that I've tried in the past.
The cost is outstanding, and I think the last pair I ordered was cheaper than just buying one tire of the other brands.
Why not match your front tire with your rear tire?
Welcome to the forum.

 

[JohnK]

I would agree with matching set. You won’t be disappointed. I’ve had the Angel GT’s and pilot 4’s and the Bridgestones have been ok in the past. In heat and long roads - I would go with a good dual compound tire - best of both worlds when ya do get some curves. Keep them inflated properly at all times.

 

[BlackHawk]

Appreciate the insight.

 

[Chris09]

your front tire is the most important component on the motorcycle; you can mitigate everything else, mine is a michelin ZCT Road 4 GT [whateverthatis] and it holds on when the ____ starts; I don't think the rear matters quite as much with these bikes.