redrocket04 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I need new tires, and this weekend seems like as good a time as any to get them. After a search on here, I've not found anything that really helps me out. I called a couple of places that don't seem to understand that I don't need super sticky tires on my bike, because I don't do a whole lot of aggressive riding. More than I did on the Harley, but I'd like tires that will still last more than about 3,000 miles...So, those of you who have had different tires, what would you recommend for a good multi use tire? Something that will make my bike handle like the sport bike it is, but that can still handle daily riding, and commuting to school, etc. at normal speeds. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Sounds like you are looking for a Sport Touring tire. The original Mich Pilot Road (not the 2) is long lasting and has decent handling. It's a good tire but not the grippiest for 'aggressive' cornering, but that doesn't seem to be what you want anyway. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbluebird Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 i just got some BT021's they are sport touring oriented but the rear is dual compound so sticky enough for most riding Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jsheikh Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I just bought a new rear tire and did some searchin around and heard that Michelin Pilot Powers are really good all around tires and so are Bridgestone BT-106. They're a little older technology i guess since they were designed a few years ago. But for the price they're really good. I bought the Pilot power and it was just over a hundred bucks, so def a good deal. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Dunlop Roadsmarts. Amazing fucking tires. Stick to the edge on hard cornering and last a long time in the center depending on how ham fisted you are ofcourse. But they are the best street tire out in my opinion right now. I use to use Pilot Powers on the street and got sick of them wearing out so quickly around 2000 miles. The Roadsmarts handle like there is no difference when cornering to your sidewall if you want. Been there, done that, and not one difference except longer lasting. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Pirelli Diablo Stradas or the new Pirelli Angel St....I've got close to 6000 miles on my Stradas and still have plenty of tread left.... they grip great and are awesome in the rain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
natedogg624 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 hereeeee we... go seems these threads like to repeat a lot...edit: for reason this came up as i was typing http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D8Jg4k6T5j0 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Modern Sport Touring tires are plenty grippy at street operating temps. Good handling, but not intended for track days. Plenty of good choices out thereSingle CompoundMich Pilot RoadsPirelli AngelConti Road AttacksDual CompoundDunlop Roadsmarts Mich Pilot Roads 2 Dual compound will give more grip in the corners and are a bit more spendy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Stradas too! They're up there as great street tires no matter how hard you push. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redrocket04 Posted April 9, 2010 Author Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 hereeeee we... go seems these threads like to repeat a lot...edit: for reason this came up as i was typing YouTube- The Dark Knight TV Spot ''Here We Go''k, thanks for the help... Are you saying I should buy Batman's tires? And yes, these threads repeat, but like I said, I'm not looking for track tires, and that's what the majority of the threads consist of. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Modern Sport Touring tires are plenty grippy at street operating temps. Good handling, but not intended for track days. Plenty of good choices out thereSingle CompoundMich Pilot RoadsPirelli AngelConti Road AttacksDual CompoundDunlop Roadsmarts Mich Pilot Roads 2 Dual compound will give more grip in the corners and are a bit more spendy.Agree. The street you can rail on a Roadsmart as far over as you want to lean. Dual compound FTW in my opinion. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bigbluebird Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 lets not for get Tomahawk Tires if you want a little color in your tires Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tpoppa Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 wowIf I had those I'd have to kick my own ass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
conn-e-rot Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I have never had my stradas slip and from what I've been reading the Angels out perform the stradas across the board Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zach Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Continental Road Attacks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Colored tires FTL. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Zach Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Colored tires FTL. racist! always tryin to keep a black tire down.FOR SHAME! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Disclaimer Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Michelin Pilot Powers 2ct - I like them, and I'm a cheapass (so get them when they're on sale). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
danballa Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I've heard nothing but good things about the Roadsmarts. I have a pair in my garage waiting for me, but haven't tried them yet. Front/rear shipped to me for $200. Last months Tire Express/Competition Accessories special. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I've heard nothing but good things about the Roadsmarts. I have a pair in my garage waiting for me, but haven't tried them yet. Front/rear shipped to me for $200. Last months Tire Express/Competition Accessories special. They're the future. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SWing'R Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 (edited) Sounds like you are looking for a Sport Touring tire. The original Mich Pilot Road (not the 2) is long lasting and has decent handling. It's a good tire but not the grippiest for 'aggressive' cornering, but that doesn't seem to be what you want anyway.Exactly. I just had new tires put on my bike last weekend, they were exact replacements for the original tires that came with the bike and they were just that..."sport touring" tires. They are Dunlop RoadSmarts. I had both replaced at IP and had the chain lubed and adjusted, total cost (tires & labor)... $462 Edited April 9, 2010 by SWing'R Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
oldschoolsdime92 Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 I prefer the b21s Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hoblick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 Michelin Pilot Road 2CTi have them on the VFR and love themgreat mileage out of them, and they still stick in the corners like glue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ironbuttwannabe Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 There is also Avon Storm 2.... but I would go with the Roadsmart Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NinjaNick Posted April 9, 2010 Report Share Posted April 9, 2010 (edited) Damn Swinger, that's a deep pocket.I got front/rear Roadsmart package for $240+ or something from Motosport.com and got them mounted and balanced for $40. Chain adjusted and lubed by myself which is free. http://www.motosport.com/motorcycle/product/DUNLOP-ROADSMART-MOTORCYCLE-TIRE-COMBO/?catalogId=114916 Edited April 9, 2010 by NinjaNick Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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