I'm driving a BMW R1150R and it's time for my first tire change. Any good suggestion for what to get? I'm looking for something at least semi-durable (5-8,000 miles). I'm not a super aggressive driver. Thanks in advance!
2006-07-11 12:32:45 · 11 answers · asked by micke 1 in Cars & Transportation ➔ Motorcycles
Check the DOT codes on the tire and choose what you want from that. There's two letter codes, one each for traction and heat resistance, followed by a number. The letter codes can be A, B, or C. A means the best rating, C is the poorest. The number at the end indicates the milage. Higher means more miles before it wears out. So, an AA140 would have good traction, can handle heat well, but has limited milage. CC200 would have poor traction and heat resistance, but would wear longer. So just go to the tire shop and use the DOT codes to choose your tires.
2006-07-11 12:46:19 · answer #1 · answered by fishing66833 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I'm not sure how they'll work on your bike since every bike is a little different, but I've got Metzler Sportech M1's on my R1 and LOVE them. Great grip both wet and dry and oh so easy to turn into a corner. I've got 3000 miles on them and am probably due for another set. But I tend to be a little hard on tires. My dad had the same tires on his FZ1 and got about 6,000 miles out of them. I know he really liked them and even bought another set.
2006-07-12 02:00:02 · answer #2 · answered by jeffma807 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you've been happy with the OEM tires that came with your bike, then another set just like them would be appropriate. I've been running Metzler 880s on my K1200LT since it was new, and I'm satisfied with the way they perform. I'm getting 8-10K miles between tire changes, but you've got to keep the tire pressures right to get the full mileage from them.
2006-07-11 21:10:12 · answer #3 · answered by JetDoc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bridgestones or Toyo stay away from the Korean and Chinese tires. The best tires i ever had where Michelins rode on them for 4 years...I have bridgestones now and they don't give as smooth a ride but they handle REALLY well....... good luck and happy trails... You will have to order Toyo's from over sea's no one sells them in the states.as of yet I have a set I bought, On our touring bike while riding in europe ..I'll sell ya the bike tires and all...
2006-07-11 19:44:03 · answer #4 · answered by Jerry S 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should look into the Avon or Dunlop brands.
You can get good prices from Dennis Kirk.
They have a web page,and you can call them toll free.
I have ordered tires a few times from them, as well as lots of other parts, and service has always been good.
Good Luck.
2006-07-11 19:40:14 · answer #5 · answered by Martin 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've run several sets of Avon Venom and Dunlop E-III on my Valkyrie. Both good, but think the Dunlops handle slightly better.
2006-07-12 00:58:36 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Michelin Pilot Roads are good. I use a soft compound myself but I only get about 1,500 miles out of them.
2006-07-11 21:37:33 · answer #7 · answered by Motorpsycho 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Grand Am tires are awesome. They grip very well and give a nice ride.
2006-07-11 19:49:34 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've been running these on my bike for years now. They are a pretty popular tire. Check it out.
http://www.denniskirk.com/jsp/product_catalog/Product.jsp?skuId=542572&store=Main&catId=404&productId=p542572&leafCatId=40403&mmyId=1400005
2006-07-11 20:31:02 · answer #9 · answered by FangStu 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Cant help you i only know harleys and dirt bikes.
2006-07-11 19:37:21 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋