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Tire recommendations

Discussion in 'Hangout Lounge' started by kapamaha, Jun 24, 2011.

  1. kapamaha

    kapamaha New Member

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    Hi, I've got a 1983 XJ900RK. front tire:100/90V-18 and rear: 120/90V-18. I need to replace theses. Any recommendations?
    Thanks.
     
    kapamaha, Jun 24, 2011
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    bigfitz52 Well-Known Member Premium Member

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    OK, I'll start:

    Avon Roadrider AM26, and go to a 130 on the rear.
     
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    Metzler ME880s are a tried and true tire for general street/highway use. Depends on your criteria: sticky (and short lived) for sport riding; good in rain; cheap price; long lasting?
     
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  4. kapamaha

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    Hi, thanks for the recommendations. Those tires have really good reviews. Any comments or experience with Bridgestone Battlax BT45V.
     
    kapamaha, Jun 25, 2011
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    I run the Battlax BT45's on all my bikes. Have been very happy with them. A good all around tire. :D
     
    jeff4995, Jun 25, 2011
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    Kickaha Active Member Premium Member

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    I have run the BT45 on my RD350LC which I raced and my Ducati MHR, heaps of grip wet or dry, haven't worn any out yet to now what mileage they'll do
     
    Kickaha, Jun 25, 2011
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    Anybody have any suggestions for a dual-sport tire that will fit the Maxim 550?
     
    XJPilot, Jun 26, 2011
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    I have been happy with my Shinkos. I think they are model 714s.
     
    marshallnoise, Jun 26, 2011
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    I too tout the Avon AM26 Road Rider. However, I had to take the first rear tire back for premature checking. Now the replacement tire is premature checking. I'm guessing I better take this one back too. They've both had '09 date codes. The good: I've probably put 8-10 tires on over the years and the avon gives me the most confidence in tight corners and the best overall performance. It's speed rated too, at an HR price.
     
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    My son and I both run with the Metzler ME880s. These are great tires.
    They will give you confidence on the road.
     
    OldBikerDude, Jun 26, 2011
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    My son and I both run with the Metzler ME880s. These are great tires.
    They will give you confidence on the road.
     
    OldBikerDude, Jun 26, 2011
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  12. kapamaha

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    Thanks for the input on tires. Seems can't go wrong with the tires mentioned. For my xj900, I ordered a set of Blattax.
     
    kapamaha, Jun 26, 2011
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