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new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 4:53:25 PM

Gville George

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so my tires have about had it, the rear tire is bald in the center and the front is worn un even from bad tire pressure. I am probably going to replace both together.

most of my riding is pretty in town to school and work so i dont want a soft race tire that i am going to eat up quik, but at the same time i want something that will stick when i want to hit some curvy roads.

are dual compound tires a good idea? could i get a decent pair for around $200?

what are some good web sites to buy tires from? and can a local tire shop instale them or do i need a bike shop to do it?

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 5:02:29 PM

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i bought a set of PP's for $248 shipped. the BEST price i've seen online.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 5:19:45 PM

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http://www.motosport.com/street/productDetail.php?prodId=826415&nav=&sMMY=

i was looking at this tire. what do the numbers mean exactly? my tire is 180/55zr17 and this one is 170/60zr17, is that discribing shape or what size rim it fits?

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 7:11:08 PM

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Buy a set of Pilot Road 2 tires. that'll make you happy.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 7:20:37 PM

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i loved my pilot powers...just bought a new rear

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 8:16:20 PM

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i just got a pp2ct rear tire...im on the fence about it ...seems to ride a lil tough for me..but idk i was used to 30lb pressure in the factory tires and the pp2ct requires 36-42 so maybe i never really experienced a proper rough feel bumps in the road sport bike ...

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 10:00:34 PM

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It seems like its already be said, but Michelin Pilot Power CT2. Excellent tire, I found them for 300 for the pair at the link below. Hard compound in the center for mileage and heating, and then soft on the sides for when you want to get down. All around great tire, and you can get them in whatever density you wish depending on how you ride. They also last quite a while, even if you like to spin em' before you go.

Here: http://www.motorcycletoystore.com/sport/shop.php/tires/michelin-pilot-power-race-tire-set-special-120/70-17-180/55-17-medium-compound-/p_1043.html

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/10/2008 10:31:54 PM

Gville George

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thanks guys, i am going to order some Pilot power ct2 tires when i get paid next week. then all thats left to do is burn the rest of my old one off

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/11/2008 12:26:09 AM

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To be honest, Dunlop Qualifier's are underrated tires. People don't seem to give them their dues. The bikes at the California Superbike School are equipped with regular, off-the-shelf Qualifier's. I had my doubts when I first noticed them, but after a lap around Laguna Seca, the grip from the tires exceeded any of my expectations. Not even once did ever feel like the tires were going to let go, not even during full lean.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/11/2008 12:35:33 AM

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Pirelli's always get good reviews. Never tried them.

Dunlop GP208's are the best track.sticky tire and actually last longer than the qualifier's imo.

Michelin's are the tire for anyone but me.

If the pavement is perfect great. Hit a piece of even dry road paint, or a place where they have patched with tar, and yeah you get good
feedback....that it would be really quick when the traction went.

There is no linearity for me in Pilot Power's.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/11/2008 12:48:28 AM

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well i had the qualifier on there from the factory. this tire never did me wrong even when i was pushing myself as much as i felt comfortable, then when i wore that one out i found a really good deal on a michilen power race soft compound installed for 100 bucks brand new absolutely loved that tire again i loved this tire even more that the qualifier. it never stepped out on me even coming out of a turn in first at WOT, then i went to the pilot power and im still on that one this tire is great. it feels like i can dive into corners more quickly than all the others, but if i could find the power race tire again around that price id buy it.
btw im still on the qualifier front after almost 8k miles and just now having to change it.
just my .02

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/11/2008 7:08:09 AM

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my dunlop's have been on there for about 5,000 and still got plenty of tread left. when i do need new ones, i will probably go for dual compound, but who knows, may stick with qualifiers.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/20/2008 12:57:52 PM

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Do you know for Metzeller m3 sportec tires??Here in europe are the best in Motorad test it shares the first plaace with michelin.

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/20/2008 2:30:18 PM

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Dunlop Qualifiers. 'nuf said

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RE: new tires? suggestions? - 1/20/2008 5:15:46 PM

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There is a difference between the stock "Qualifier's" and off the shelf Qualifier's. The off-the-shelf Qualifier's are much stickier and more responsive. Not to mention, California Superbike School uses them on their track bikes, and they grip like you wouldn't believe. The tire never stepped out or even hinted I was getting close to losing traction, not even down the corkscrew.