And what year was that tire (the one mounted) made in?
2014, 3rd week.
And what year was that tire (the one mounted) made in?
On front, Dunlop Elite 4 in size 130/70r/18 will easily yield 18 to 20 thousand miles and performs very well in wet or dry. On the back, there will be very little mileage difference between brands. Back tires run at much higher temps and more stress and thus, will wear out much quicker. Multi compound tires won't vary much in mileage. Avoid softer "sport" bike tires if you are looking for more mileage.Over the past 20 years I have owned a Honda Pacific Coast, Yamaha Venture, Yamaha TDM 850, Cagiva Gran Canyon, RT1100, RT1150, CB1000F and now an ST1300. Moving from Texas to TN has definitely changed my riding style. I have transitioned from touring bikes and tires to sport touring bikes and tires. I currently own the CB and ST. I have purchased just about every brand of tire available and only got about 3,500 to 4,000 miles off a set of tires on my RTs regardless of brand. With the ST now becoming my primary ride and considering the increased weight of the bike I am wondering what effect the increased weight of the bike will have on tire life. I am already buying approximately 2.5 sets of tires a year for each bike. Reading the threads leads me to believe there are a lot members out there that ride a lot like I do. So I am asking for experiences and opinions from the group.
8K just doesn't cut it if you are doing longer rallies. Car tires are on LD bikes for a reason.I'm surprised at how many here are concerned about saving $20-$30 on such a safety critical item. I understand limited incomes and frequent tire changes but still.... can't put a price on safety.
Have you guys tried an Angel GT2 or A-Spec? I don't see many, if any, complaints about them. They perform beautifully wet and dry. And even tho' I ride spirited, but smooth on the throttle (in my opinion the biggest wear factor, then road surface and air pressure) I get 8k out of them.
I also believe that a smooth throttle saves the tires. Problem is that the ST is so much fun when you hammer the throttle and feel all the wonderful torque.And even tho' I ride spirited, but smooth on the throttle
I also believe that a smooth throttle saves the tires. Problem is that the ST is so much fun when you hammer the throttle and feel all the wonderful torque.
Bet they look just like mine with 7k on them I've no idea how to get motorcycle tires to last that longStill waiting to see pics of tires with 18K on them.
I don't have a pic, but I'm on my 4th or 5th set of these on my ST1100, which I always get 20-25k out of...Still waiting to see pics of tires with 18K on them.
Do they say Oscar Meyer on the side of them?Bet they look just like mine with 7k on them I've no idea how to get motorcycle tires to last that long
Bet they look just like mine with 7k on them I've no idea how to get motorcycle tires to last that long
The Angel GT A-spec,,, (not GT2) gave me 20,000km (12,000 miles) on the rear,, with great performance and good wet riding. So I was happy with it. The front GT died an early death though,,, and I don't recommend that front tire. cheers,, CAt'Have you guys tried an Angel GT2 or A-Spec? I don't see many, if any, complaints about them. They perform beautifully wet and dry. And even tho' I ride spirited, but smooth on the throttle (in my opinion the biggest wear factor, then road surface and air pressure) I get 8k out of them.