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Pirelli Angel GT Question


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Getting ready to replace tires on My Z1k. I know many riders here using the pirelli angel's.

My size. F. 120/70-17 R. 190/55-17

What is the difference between the GT Rear: 75W / 75W A spec and the D spec.  Also the GT front: A spec / 59W / 58W

ref: revzilla

 

Thanks, B.

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The A-spec has a 2-layer construction--presumably the sidewall--for increased stability on the large sport tourers.  I'm almost certain that Pirelli makes an A-spec front as well now.  However, if this translates into increased mileage, I'd bet the front would last longer and you'd be swapping rears twice as often as fronts.  Prolly save some money, but I've never been a fan of pairing a new tire with one that's at half-life.

Honestly, I'm not sure I'd classify your Zed1K as a "heavy" sport tourer. My guess is that the weight target for the A-spec is 600# and up.

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7 minutes ago, Bubba said:

The A-spec has a 2-layer construction--presumably the sidewall--for increased stability on the large sport tourers.  I'm almost certain that Pirelli makes an A-spec front as well now.  However, if this translates into increased mileage, I'd bet the front would last longer and you'd be swapping rears twice as often as fronts.  Prolly save some money, but I've never been a fan of pairing a new tire with one that's at half-life.

Honestly, I'm not sure I'd classify your Zed1K as a "heavy" sport tourer. My guess is that the weight target for the A-spec is 600# and up.

Yeah, I don't think I'd do A-spec on a Z1000. 

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1 hour ago, Bubba said:

The A-spec has a 2-layer construction--presumably the sidewall--for increased stability on the large sport tourers.  I'm almost certain that Pirelli makes an A-spec front as well now.  However, if this translates into increased mileage, I'd bet the front would last longer and you'd be swapping rears twice as often as fronts.  Prolly save some money, but I've never been a fan of pairing a new tire with one that's at half-life.

Honestly, I'm not sure I'd classify your Zed1K as a "heavy" sport tourer. My guess is that the weight target for the A-spec is 600# and up.

Thank You for the A spec info. Decision and purchase made.

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