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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #30 - 07/30/08 at 07:01:41

All the testing notwithstanding, it is clear that satisfaction with components such as tires is the product of subjective factors. Not the least of which is that most of us are inclined to speak favorably (most of the time) about the choices we have made as a way of demonstrating that we make intelligent decisions. That said, when I bought my bike ('98 w/4200 miles) the OEMs had plenty of tread but the sidewalls were cracking and I wanted to replace them ASAP. I looked all over and finally chose a set of Dunlops -- front is F11 (100/90-19) and rear is a K627 (140/90-15). H-rated, blackwalls. Broke them in for 150 miles or so and have taken a couple of trips and ridden on wet raods. I haven't much to compare them to except the originals, but they seemed to handle quite well and after 1500 miles over last two months, no apparent wear. I'm happy.

Maybe best part (so far) was that they were $90 for the pair (+ $17 shipping) from ridemotorcyclesinc.com They are listed as a set for a Virago 750. Caveat emptor, of course.

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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #31 - 07/30/08 at 07:17:10

Someone posted an article on how to tell the date of manufacture on a tire. If one is sitting in a warehouse with "melt your hair" temperatures in it, they are having the stuff that keeps them flexible cooked out.I dont know if they get "Old" sitting in a climate controlled place, but then, Ive never seen a tire warehouse that was air conditioned.
I am just so pleased with myself that at age 53 & having bought tires for years, I FINally kinda sorta understand all those numbers, so for me to "get" the manufacture code well enough to remember it is most likely not gonna happen, but if it shows up again, I bet I take notes...
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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #32 - 08/01/08 at 09:56:56

justin_o_guy2 wrote on 07/30/08 at 06:42:39:

First pass thru, I overlooked Reelthings post. That is a good post. Its early, I am groggy, Reel, did you say what particular tire lasts so well & sticks well too? 20,000 miles is good stuff.

You bet - changed out the front tire just cause it was getting old, had few age cracks on the sidewall - no idea how far it would have really went - but it is one size up tis a 110/90 me880 - but the same back on it with matching 140/80 rear

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daweise1 Junior Member Offline Old school, new school, I cheated in both..... Posts: 77 Pataskala (Cols.) Ohio	Re: Time for new tires Reply #33 - 08/01/08 at 10:03:44 Any one use the Avon tires? I really need whitewalls for my "project" so my opinions are smaller... Saw the Avons Gangsters that might fit, wondering if anyone had any thoughts? Besides the fact that I could due with the "Gangster" name... If you have used them, please let me know.
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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #34 - 08/01/08 at 11:25:16

I use Avons on my Harley,there pretty good(and expensive)I don't think they wear any better than any other tires.I'm using Maxxis classic whitewalls on build I'm doing now,they're a little cheaper,and just as good if not better for wear.Maxxis is going to quit making bike tirers though,so get'em soon if you go that route.They both handle pretty well.

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verslagen1 YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline Where there's a will, I want to be in it. Posts: 29042 L.A. California Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #35 - 08/01/08 at 11:26:32 Near the rim are the DOT identification number, tire composition materials and maximum load rating. The DOT identification number is usually 12 characters long and includes the date of manufacture on the end. So a 1501 would specify that the tire was made in the fifteenth week of 2001.
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sluggo Serious Thumper ModSquad Offline big singles lead, twins follow the pack Posts: 4744 moses lake washington Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #36 - 08/01/08 at 12:26:39 so ya got the new tires yet. if not will ya do a burn out video? i cant be the only one please please please. it's so much fun...
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rpgpgmr Senior Member Offline Posts: 270 Huntington, WV Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #37 - 08/01/08 at 13:46:25 That was hilarious! I just put my tires on about 2 hours ago!!! Next time, I'll be burning 'em.
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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #38 - 08/01/08 at 15:40:42

Kenda Challenger anyone? I need a new rear soon, and my front is a Kenda Challenger in great shape, so I figured I'd keep them matching. My trusted mechanic says it's a good tire. It's about $90 or so just for the tire though I think.

I have a chin shin cs marquis 130/90/15 on the rear now.. Is that a weird tire and size for our bikes?

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Jimmer Senior Member Offline SuzukiSavage.com Rocks! Posts: 497 NewportPa. Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #39 - 08/01/08 at 15:52:00 Just put Dunlop 140/90/15 on the rear of my 2001 Savage and a 100/90/19 on the front. The bike seems to handle fine.Bought then from Dennis Kirk, I believe I payed about $120 for the pair. This is the second set I,ve had and no complaints. Ride safe.
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Demin Serious Thumper Offline We need more chlorine in the gene pool Posts: 2435 Warren,Ohio Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #40 - 08/01/08 at 18:05:02 I ran Kenda Challengers on my Virago.I thought they were decent tires.I know it's been awhile but 90 bucks seems a little high.
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Re: Time for new tires
Reply #41 - 08/01/08 at 19:27:02

Demin wrote on 08/01/08 at 18:05:02:

I ran Kenda Challengers on my Virago.I thought they were decent tires.I know it's been awhile but 90 bucks seems a little high.

lets see, bag o weed 100 dollars. tire 90 dollars.
hmmmmm.. nope not so much to spend on something that i consider to the most important safety feature you can have on a motorcycle. Cool

it's all a matter of perspective.

feed the kids 100 dollars, tire 90 dollars. feed the kids Roll Eyes

new hairdo for wife 120 dollars. 90 dollars tire. new hairdo :'(

fix the dent on my tank ??????? 90 dollars tire... tire.. several time, soon to be corrected.

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justin_o_guy2 Serious Thumper Offline What happened? Posts: 55279 East Texas, 1/2 dallas/la.	Re: Time for new tires Reply #42 - 08/01/08 at 19:28:13 Happy wife Priceless?
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Cory Full Member Offline Ride Hard Or Stay Home Posts: 124 OHIO Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #43 - 08/01/08 at 22:26:27 i just got dunlop 404's on mine today and they look great and the bike handles alot better .
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verslagen1 YaBB Moderator ModSquad Offline Where there's a will, I want to be in it. Posts: 29042 L.A. California Gender:	Re: Time for new tires Reply #44 - 08/01/08 at 23:23:45 going to get rear tire tomorrow think i'm aiming at bridgestone g536 with the back up of the d404 we'll see
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