GOL Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Friends, I am in process to replace tires in my R1150RT (first time) In base of your experience, I want to know what could be the best tier option (durability / grip) Best regards.
Richard_D Posted July 14, 2008 Posted July 14, 2008 Metzler Z6 tires have been my favorite but I may have to try the new Dunlop Road Smarts next.
keithb Posted July 15, 2008 Posted July 15, 2008 If you are looking for a higher mileage tire. The tire of choice seems to be the Metzeler ME880. I just put a set on my 05 RT. I know I am looking for better mileage. So far I have had Bridgestone 020's, Metzeler Z6's, Pirelli's, and Avon's on it and they have been averaging at the most 6K miles per set.
ItsABeemur Posted July 17, 2008 Posted July 17, 2008 You sound alot like me. I have now put 8896 miles on the original Dunlop D205's that came on the bike originally. I just ordered the Dunlop D220's today due to price and wearability reviews. The RoadSamrts are about $40.00 per set but I didn't find anyone who had experience with them yet. Try calling Ron Ayres in greenville, NC. They have a massive web presence and stock tons of tires. I live here so they're super easy for me to pickup. CALL THEM...do not just check the price of the tires on the web as they are listed as MSRP I beleive. the website told me $396 for the set of D220's, but when I called they told me at the parts dept the cost would be $212.00 call the shop number listed on the about us section of their website...it's a 252 area code number. Good Luck!
Armando Posted July 17, 2008 Posted July 17, 2008 I think you will find the D220's will wear fast. I had the Original d205 which were OK and got about 12K out of by pushing the envelope. I then installed a d220 which I got 8k out of but again, really pushing it only because I was commuting 12 miles to work. 6.5K is more like it. I just installed a Rear Roadsmart and have never experienced such confidence inspiring tire. I know a lot has to do with going from a worn, squared off tire to a brand new one but I am really impressed by the Roadsmart. I will probably order the front even thought the d220 front still has life left in it. Price wise, I think I paid around 150. do a search on ShovelstrokeEd. I believe he has 6k-8k on a set of Roadsmart with positive reviews. a
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