Sailorlite Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 The Michelin website recommends the PR2B rather than the plain PR2 as the R1200RT's rear tire. Checking the usual internet tire vendors I can't find the B version. Is this something I need to worry about? I haven't seen this question before and am hoping the plain PR2 is fine. Link to comment
krussell Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 The B fitment is for heavier loads, and is recommended for the r1200rt and FJR I think. I've run two sets of PR2, one with the B on the rear, one with the regular one. There is definitely more life in the B. That said, I've seen about a $50 premium for the B. SW Moto has the B, but not in their normal online sport tire area. It is in their closeout area. They said it's not a closeout, but is there until they can get it in the 'right' place. Link to comment
JayW Posted February 4, 2009 Share Posted February 4, 2009 There is definitely more life in the B... How so? It sounds like the B fitment may have a more robust construction to handle heavier loads, but unless the tread compound is different, then I would expect it to wear at the same rate as the same as the non-B version. Jay Link to comment
krussell Posted February 5, 2009 Share Posted February 5, 2009 There is definitely more life in the B... How so? It sounds like the B fitment may have a more robust construction to handle heavier loads, but unless the tread compound is different, then I would expect it to wear at the same rate as the same as the non-B version. Jay I was told the compound is different. It is specifically designed to wear longer on heavier bikes. This has been my observation on the set I ran. Without the B the tire squared off in the middle. With the B there is a bit of a ridge in the center as the sides have worn faster. Yes, this could be accounted for based on different riding during the time the tires on, but I can't recall any major differences. And, the non B rear was ready to replace at 6k, the B rear has significant life left at 7k. ymmv Link to comment
JayW Posted February 6, 2009 Share Posted February 6, 2009 I was told the compound is different. It is specifically designed to wear longer on heavier bikes. I didn't know that. This might make sway me to ask for the PR2B version. I get tired of planning for yet another tire change, and this might stretch the times between that chore out a little longer. Thanks, Jay Link to comment
CopsRT Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I gave Michelin a call today to see if they had any additional information on the "B" fitment. I was told this is for carrying a passenger/heavy load. I guess for me, I will continue to use the non "B" fitment as I usually am riding solo (160 lb. rider) and if loaded have about 50-75 lb. of extra camping gear. Link to comment
marcopolo Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 This is what it says about the PR2 "B" spec rear tire in the Michelin catalogue on their Cdn website: Pilot® Road 2B rear tire specially designed for loaded touring or two-up riding Link to comment
krussell Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 I gave Michelin a call today to see if they had any additional information on the "B" fitment. I was told this is for carrying a passenger/heavy load. I guess for me, I will continue to use the non "B" fitment as I usually am riding solo (160 lb. rider) and if loaded have about 50-75 lb. of extra camping gear. Some of us, like myself at 300lbs, are two up all the time! Link to comment
Fightingpiper Posted February 24, 2009 Share Posted February 24, 2009 Some of us, like myself at 300lbs, are two up all the time! Hey i resemble that comment Link to comment
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