'04 RT Tires

[frenchwv]

I'm in the market for some new tires for my RT. 95% of my riding is on the slab. I'd like the longest lasting tires I can get. Any advice on which tires and where I can order them?

[Heyfrank]

At 95% slab I would suggest metzeler me880. I like www.ridedirect.com for some tires. My local honda dealer has good prices for the metzelers. I ride quite a bit 2up on the rt. and when I mentioned to my wife about getting a higher mileage tire verses more grip tire she said thats a no brainer, go with the better grip. good luck with your choice.

[jfremder]

I'm in the market for some new tires for my RT. 95% of my riding is on the slab. I'd like the longest lasting tires I can get. Any advice on which tires and where I can order them?

 

On long trips I've run two sets of ME880's on our RT. They last a long long time. (9-10k mi. 2-up amd loaded) They are TERRIBLE in the rain if you corner at anything above posted speeds. Pirelli Diablo Strada's are my favorite. Google Coupon codes + motorcycle superstore. I Got $20 off $100 w/ free shipping, placed two orders, got a set for less than $200 delivered.

 

FWIW, Thinking about trying a set of the Shinko Ravens when my current supply is gone.

[Groanup]

Google Coupon codes + motorcycle superstore. I Got $20 off $100 w/ free shipping, placed two orders, got a set for less than $200 delivered.

 

Just checked...

Apparently, Motorcycle Superstore is no longer offering coupon codes. They still have good prices though.

 

edit: And they're running a tire sale right now!

[Lmar]

Poster: Groanup

Subject: Re: '04 RT Tires

 

Originally Posted By: jfremder

Google Coupon codes + motorcycle superstore. I Got $20 off $100 w/ free shipping, placed two orders, got a set for less than $200 delivered. smile

 

 

Just checked...

Apparently, Motorcycle Superstore is no longer offering coupon codes. They still have good prices though.

 

I have been very happy with their prices, service and shipping. When I am in Arizona I like the 3 day free shipping service.

[frenchwv]

Thanks. I've never ordered tires before for the RT. I'm going with the ME880. What size have you put on your RT for the front and rear?

[frenchwv]

Is 170/60 for the rear and 120/70 for the front appropriate?

[effexer1]

I've on my second set of ME880's, and got about 12,000 miles on the first set, mostly one-up. And I find they are great in the rain. And let me tell you, I've ridden in the rain!!!

[frenchwv]

I've on my second set of ME880's, and got about 12,000 miles on the first set, mostly one-up. And I find they are great in the rain. And let me tell you, I've ridden in the rain!!!

 

What size are your ME880s? Do you have them on an RT?

[Rinkydink]

+1 on the second set of ME880 no rain problems

[moshe_levy]

French - just use stock sizes, same as the tires you have now.

 

-MKL

[frenchwv]

Thanks everyone. I'm going to give the Metzler M880s a try. I got 11,000 out of my Michelen Pilots. I'm hoping to get a little extra out of the Metzlers.

[Moto-Moto]

I just put a Metz Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring on the rear, forced into it as I had a blowout and limped to the BMW dealership. I will be changing my front tire in the next month or so and need to know if I have to go with the same Z6 or can I put and Me880 on the front?

 

Also, when you order a tire online, where do you have it installed to ensure it is balanced?

 

BTW, I had Metz ME880 on the rear and the ride on the Z6 feels better, more grip, etc.

[frenchwv]

You can get a much better price when you order online, but some dealerships will not take your tires and mount them. The story I got from the local dealer here is that there is some "liability" concerns if they use your tires versus ordering themselves. It's the same tire, but whatever.