With the ST, I would say you would benefit from the GT or A spec version of certain tires, which are made for heavier bikes. Basically, these have stiffer side walls and keep the heat build-up down, thus should wear a little longer. Bridgestones are stiffer sidewalls by nature and have tread compounds that grip well... and if you are a twisty rider or ride in the wet, you want grip over longevity.. and we all want value for our money... there are compromises.
From previous experience with Dunlop RS and RS2, the problems they had turned me right off Dunlops. But the RS3 seems to have fixed all that but have compounds that are still a bit harder than most... as were the Michelin PR2's.... which is why I say a warm weather tire, careful in the wet. For me, although they were good, lasted well, I prefer something a little grippier in the cool and wet.
Continentals will grip well but won't last as long, similar to Pirelli Angels. Bridgestone T31's a good all around tire, as is the Michelin PR4 (my benchmark tire for grip/handling, a little expensive). Basically, you have to try a tire, perhaps don't have to have the same brand front to rear (e.g., I'm not a fan of the PR4 front). Longevity has a lot to do with how you ride, and your right wrist. Most who get great mileage out of tires are more touring riders.
Honda recommends 42/42 psi, but I'd consider those a minimum on an ST if you want more even wear and a tad more longevity. Good suspension set up helps too.
Anybody tried the Shinko Ravens? I have a set on my 530 lb Honda, they came with it, seem very good and priced very well... dunno how they fare on an ST.
From previous experience with Dunlop RS and RS2, the problems they had turned me right off Dunlops. But the RS3 seems to have fixed all that but have compounds that are still a bit harder than most... as were the Michelin PR2's.... which is why I say a warm weather tire, careful in the wet. For me, although they were good, lasted well, I prefer something a little grippier in the cool and wet.
Continentals will grip well but won't last as long, similar to Pirelli Angels. Bridgestone T31's a good all around tire, as is the Michelin PR4 (my benchmark tire for grip/handling, a little expensive). Basically, you have to try a tire, perhaps don't have to have the same brand front to rear (e.g., I'm not a fan of the PR4 front). Longevity has a lot to do with how you ride, and your right wrist. Most who get great mileage out of tires are more touring riders.
Honda recommends 42/42 psi, but I'd consider those a minimum on an ST if you want more even wear and a tad more longevity. Good suspension set up helps too.
Anybody tried the Shinko Ravens? I have a set on my 530 lb Honda, they came with it, seem very good and priced very well... dunno how they fare on an ST.
