About time for a new back tire- mostly road

[Hank]

Stock tire is about at the tread indicator.
I know there are many threads, but is there a "consensus" for road purposes?
I do have to ride on some gravel, but I have another bike for off road purposes.
The Michelin pilot 4 seems well thought of, but there is more than one kind.
I am new to buying moto tires.

 

[jayceegee]

You're right, there are many threads. Do we need another ?

 

[670cc]

There is no consensus and never will be.

Michelin Pilot Road 4 has a strong following if you don't mind spending a lot of money. $306 for the pair.

Continental Motion is regarded as a good tire at a low price point. $144 for the pair.

Then there are many others that will work at various tread lives, grip, and price points.

Prices are approximate from American Motorcycle Tire, shipping included.

 

[StratTuner]

You're right, there are many threads. Do we need another ?

If someone cares to post one, yes, yes we do.

 

[Old Can Ride]

The prices are full retail, can be found a lot cheaper!
100% On Road Tires:

Avon Storm 3D
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $201.99 Vdr Part # 90000020110
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $237.54 Vdr Part # 90000020497

Bridgestone Touring 023
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $189.99 Vdr Part # 144050
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $222.99 Vdr Part # 145648

Bridgestone Touring T30|
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $180.99 Vdr Part # 300093
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $213.99 Vdr Part # 300111

Continental Motion Tires
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $96.95 Vdr Part # 02440430000
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $139.95 Vdr Part # 02440340000

Continental Road Attack Evo
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $197.95 Vdr Part # 02443530000
Rear tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $229.95 Vdr Part # 02443650000

Dunlop Roadsmart II Sport Touring Radial
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $207.95 Vdr Part # 30RS75
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $266.95 Vdr Part # 30RS51

Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $212.90 Vdr Part # 2126600
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $247.70 Vdr Part # 2069100

Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Interact
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $168.10 Vdr Part # 353201
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $200.30 Vdr Part # 353120

Michelin Pilot Road 3
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $212.95
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $257.95

Michelin Pilot Road 4 Standard
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $223.95
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $270.95

Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $237.95
Rear Tire - 170/60 ZR17 Retail $343.95

Pirelli Angel GT
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $193.90 Vdr Part # 2387600
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $238.70 Vdr Part # 2317400

Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $163.80 Vdr Part # 2291900
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $202.90 Vdr Part # 2070200

Shinko Raven Sport Touring
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $101.95 WPS Part # 87-4041
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $141.95 WPS Part # 87-4045

Shinko Stealth Sport Racng
Front tire - 120/70 ZR17 Retail $110.95 WPS Part # 87-4000
Rear Tire - 160/60 ZR17 Retail $150.95 WPS Part # 87-4003

 

[TGorman]

You're right, there are many threads. Do we need another ?

You know there are many internet bully's? Do we need another? Seriously, if you don't have interest in a thread, then don't read it and further yet don't poo poo in it like some tough guy. SMH

Annnnnnnywho,
I just picked up the older mich Pilot 3's, they're discontinued yet still available at a decent price. They are also a fairly easy tire to mount and balance. I do my own with spoons and it was a cinch. Two weeks ago I spent 4 days riding in the mountains of GA, NC, SC, VA, TN and KY. I loved them. While we didn't get into any wet weather and I can't speak on wet performance, I can safely say they are pretty stellar in the dry. After 1,200 miles on them I've very happy.

 

[Olythom]

I like my RoadSmart II's - paid 123/rear and 103/front. Over 6000 on them so far and they work in wet or dry.
>T

 

[b_rubenstein]

The Avon 3D storm is listed on Revzilla for $174. The traction and tire life is vastly better than Dunlop Crudmax the bike came with.

 

[fiah]

The Metzeler Roadtec 01 replaced the Roadtez Z8 Interact. I've had the Roadtec Z8's for 20k+ miles now and I'm going to replace the front with a Roadtec 01 this winter, the rear when it's due somewhere next summer

 

[drdubb]

I believe the tires are the most important safety equipment on a motorcycle. I don't skimp. I use PR4's currently and like them. I also replace as soon as I hit the wear bars. None of this "cord" stuff from me.

 

[sumo]

Stock tire is about at the tread indicator.
I know there are many threads, but is there a "consensus" for road purposes?
I do have to ride on some gravel, but I have another bike for off road purposes.
The Michelin pilot 4 seems well thought of, but there is more than one kind.
I am new to buying moto tires.

After 16000 kms (10,000 miles) my OEM Trailmax tires are on the wear bars but not showing cords. I'm done riding for the winter and will soon take my wheels in to get a set of PR4's mounted. It will be nice to start in the spring on new rubber.

 

[dduelin]

You know there are many internet bully's? Do we need another? Seriously, if you don't have interest in a thread, then don't read it and further yet don't poo poo in it like some tough guy. SMH

Annnnnnnywho,
I just picked up the older mich Pilot 3's, they're discontinued yet still available at a decent price. They are also a fairly easy tire to mount and balance. I do my own with spoons and it was a cinch. Two weeks ago I spent 4 days riding in the mountains of GA, NC, SC, VA, TN and KY. I loved them. While we didn't get into any wet weather and I can't speak on wet performance, I can safely say they are pretty stellar in the dry. After 1,200 miles on them I've very happy.

If your KLR is blue I saw you and your riding mate twice when you were in the mountains. Once up at the marker of the highest point of the BRP and the other time I just remember you guys going the other way on whatever road we were on. Maybe over around Hot Springs. I was riding my ST1300 that trip. I tried to speak to the two of you about the NC700X at the BRP overlook but you were in an animated conversation with a couple.

I did not get along with PR3s on my NC700X but glad you like them. I prefer Bridgestone T30s.

 

[670cc]

And so it is, Hank, that there are as many tire recommendations as there are posters. Like I said, there is no consensus and there never will be.

 

[potter0o]

I believe the tires are the most important safety equipment on a motorcycle. I don't skimp. I use PR4's currently and like them. I also replace as soon as I hit the wear bars. None of this "cord" stuff from me.

This is pretty much my opinion. I also analyzed the riding that I do. I ride in pretty much all weather conditions on the road. Was worried about the wet riding primarily. It really wasn't a monetary decision. I picked what I thought was best for my needs. I figured I saved some money mounting them myself (shh don't ask about money spent on tools >.<) Front needed replacing so that got done. When the rear is down to the wear bars I'll look at what I think is the best option at that time.

 

[drstimpy]

Hard to beat pr4 in the wet. $$ though


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[TGorman]

If your KLR is blue

T'was not me. Mine was black and it never saw much pavement let alone the BRP.

 

[SergeantChuck]

I run the Michelin Pilot Road 4s. These are great tires if you plan to primarily run on pavement. I've been on gravel plenty of times and no issues there outside of hitting a loose pocket of gravel. I will admit there are terrible in wet grass or mud. That's my opinion. I ride year round and in all weather conditions. I would consider myself "tough on bikes". I ride my bikes aggressively. I say this because I am on my third set of PR4's and the first two sets held out for 13 - 14K miles. I can't remember the exact mileage but it was definitely over 13K. Those results won't be the same for everyone but they have been my findings. Bad roads combined with aggressive riding should equal low mileage but I can pretty much guarantee this current set of PR4s will last over 13K (rear tire).

I know a lot of people like the Continental Motions but I just can't let myself change. They are probably a great tire if your looking to save a few bucks. The best price I found on a quick search for a set of PR4's was $318 shipped. Follow this link

 

[SergeantChuck]

When the rear is down to the wear bars I'll look at what I think is the best option at that time.

This is how I do business. I would never recommend running a tire long after reaching the wear bar but I will say that it takes a bit of riding to go from the wear bar to showing cords. Several hundred miles of riding. This statement is in regards to the PR4 and I can speak from personal experience on two sets. Obviously, the safe answer is to change them soon after and it is better to plan ahead and have some tires ready.

 

[potter0o]

I took a class where one of the instructors was speaking about tires and his point was to get people to think about traction and not the cost. The idea that the tire has a certain value when it has full tread lets say $100. If you have used 90% of the tread the left over tire is worth $10. You don't have to squeeze every last cent out of the tire was his point. Be safe and think about traction. Not just in perfect conditions but in the conditions that you may encounter. Only takes one slip and is it worth the money. Really made sense to me when it was explained that way.

 

[jayceegee]

You know there are many internet bully's? Do we need another? Seriously, if you don't have interest in a thread, then don't read it and further yet don't poo poo in it like some tough guy. SMH

Annnnnnnywho,
I just picked up the older mich Pilot 3's, they're discontinued yet still available at a decent price. They are also a fairly easy tire to mount and balance. I do my own with spoons and it was a cinch. Two weeks ago I spent 4 days riding in the mountains of GA, NC, SC, VA, TN and KY. I loved them. While we didn't get into any wet weather and I can't speak on wet performance, I can safely say they are pretty stellar in the dry. After 1,200 miles on them I've very happy.

Well sorry you missed the total intent of my message. I was simply trying to inform the OP that the information being sought was already contained in the forum in more than one place. I am not, as you so quickly jumped to the conclusion, an internet bully. I was staying on message and attempting to help. Thanks for your opinion --- I too have mine.