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Title: Tires ? Post by viper on 05/13/08 at 19:13:04 What type of tires do you have on your Savage? Hows the ride and the wear? If you had to replace them would you use the same or go to another brand? I myself don't care for the IRCs and I'm leaning towards Dunlop 555s any one useing these? Thanks Viper Ride on Ride safe |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Max_Morley on 05/13/08 at 19:19:17 i've used a couple of Dunlop K555 on the rear and ordered one today to replace the MAXXIS classic WWW that last one season. WWW was fun but don't need to be buying new rear tire every year. Had hoped to try the new Dunlop tire that has hard center tread and soft corners as my world roads are mostly built on section lines and run straight for miles. Max |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by bill67 on 05/13/08 at 19:40:31 Viper what didn't you like about the IRCs |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by verslagen1 on 05/13/08 at 19:53:07 The PO put D404's on the rear and had more than half the tread when I bought it. I went 10k before I changed it for another D404. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by youzguyz on 05/14/08 at 01:49:55 I put Dunlop 404s on my bike shortly after I got it.. say 4,500 miles. I'm at 18,000 now, and could probably another go 1000. Pretty good run. Going to try Metzeler ME880's this time. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by ALittlebird on 05/14/08 at 02:25:11 I just put a Dunlop 404 on my front - a gentlemen in a parking lot on Friday pointed out to me that my IRC was dry rotted. Sure enough! First owner must have left it in the sun and not ridden it. Turns out because of rust I also needed a new tube - my guardian angel in the parking lot was just that. And he rides an HD. It already feels better. Of course i don't have much to compare it to. Of course I hadn't planned on spending my summer jacket money on a new tire. Ah well. Time to start saving again. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Toymaker on 05/14/08 at 02:30:01 I just put a 404 on the back....the old one (also a 404) had cord showing!!!!!!! The ride on the new tire is pretty nice...and grabs better on the corners. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by viper on 05/14/08 at 05:15:21 Toymaker what size did you puy on 150-90? No longer can get 140-80s in the 404 thats why I was looking at the 555 they have the same tire pattern the 555 are still made in 140 80 15. Viper Ride on Ride safe |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by joeh100 on 05/14/08 at 09:04:12 Quote:
What tire is that? I'm intrigued. Any of you guys buy online? Who's the cheapest and what can I expect to pay for shipping? I just did a google search and I'm a little overwhelmed! [smiley=undecided.gif] |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Reelthing on 05/14/08 at 09:13:00 565B7E63637B72757E6573170 wrote:
You always need a new tube with a new tire that is being replace because of age or wear and a quality one at that - if you ride the bike - if it just sits around doesn't matter. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by buttgoat1 on 05/14/08 at 09:15:24 Bridgetstone Spitfire S-11's are a dual compound tread about $160 to my door last fall. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Max_Morley on 05/14/08 at 09:42:09 New Dunlop is only showing 17" sizes in the online catalog. I'd guess they are being made for the dual sports made into canyon carvers. Wish I had known about the Bridgestones. Max |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by joeh100 on 05/14/08 at 10:41:57 No one seems to have the right size in stock. I did find this online tire calculator: http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoTireMath.dos It helps to understand the differences, but I'm not sure which size I can safely run. BikeBandit has the K555 in stock for $106.56 to your door, but I think I can find a slightly larger tire cheaper. The 140/80-15 size doesn't seem to be very popular. What sizes have you guys ran in the past? |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Max_Morley on 05/14/08 at 11:36:42 The K555 has deep tread on it and original fitment was Honda PC800 a water cooled shaft drive sport touring bike that is heavier. The load rating is higher on the K555 and sticky is great. I like it on my bagger. Didn't check online prices and paid more to buy local, but the dealer is getting better and better about discounting and ordering w/o prepayment. I ordered the tire and 2 tubes with 90 degree valve stems for easier air checking and they said they would call me when they arrived. Goes to the tech section and search way back for tires for more information about sizes. Max |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by ALittlebird on 05/14/08 at 15:06:39 093E3E372F3332353C5B0 wrote:
You always need a new tube with a new tire that is being replace because of age or wear and a quality one at that - if you ride the bike - if it just sits around doesn't matter. You know guys I'm beginning to doubt the ability of my mechanic. He acted surprised that he had to change the tube. Time to shop i guess. [/quote] |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by joeh100 on 05/14/08 at 18:53:54 Max, how many miles did you get outa the 555's? I found some 404's a little cheaper and a little larger. The k555 is a better tire than the 404 right? Also can someone tell me what is "WWW"? Is it White wall? |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by viper on 05/14/08 at 19:03:03 WWW=Wide White Wall. Also World Wide Web. Check out tire prices on Tires Unlimited best prices I've found. Viper Ride on Ride safe |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by Oldfeller on 05/15/08 at 18:33:40 Tires? .... I remember tires, I used to have to buy them and change them out. Right pain, as I remember it. Hmmmm .... I wonder where my wife moved my tire irons to? I haven't seen them for years now -- may have to find them eventually, if she remembers where she moved them to. Oh well, I feel for these guys. Oldfeller |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by steely on 05/16/08 at 16:38:26 7350585A595050594E3C0 wrote:
Hey, just 'cause you went to the dark side doesn't mean we all want to... ;) |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by dropoutjohn on 05/19/08 at 15:54:01 have been running the Metzeler ME880's for a while now with a 110-90-19 front and a 140-90-15 rear. they are sticky! believe it or not... the bike runs a little smoother at high speed with the slightly taller rear tire! the front end is a little "tight"when cornering but super stable at the same time. AND it looks cool too! http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l24/dropoutjohn/my%20bikes/2006suzukils650asofmay82007018.jpg http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l24/dropoutjohn/my%20bikes/2006suzukils650asofmay82007021.jpg http://i92.photobucket.com/albums/l24/dropoutjohn/my%20bikes/2006suzukils650asofmay82007003.jpg |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by bill67 on 05/19/08 at 16:10:13 I'm planning on going to that size tires too when ever I need new tires Bigger front tire will slow down the handling a little which I would like better. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by shadowman on 05/21/08 at 15:44:59 Here's my two cents: bought a '98 that had original IRCs on it. Looked around and chose a set of Dunlops -- front is F11 (100/90-19) and rear is a K627 (140/90-15). H-rated, blackwalls. Broke them in for 150 miles or so and then took them on ride to see the Red Sox play the Orioles (120 mi round trip). I haven't much to compare them to except the original, crusty, worn originals, but they seemed to handle quite well. If I notice any difficulties, I'll update this post, but so far I'm quite satisfied. Maybe best part (so far) was that they were $90 for the pair (+ $17 shipping) from ridemotorcyclesinc.com They are listed as a set for a Virago 750. Caveat emptor. |
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Title: Re: Tires ? Post by viper on 05/21/08 at 17:01:10 Too All thank you for your input I ordered a dunlop K555 on sunday nite and recived the tire and tube today 5/21/08 not bad on time. The tire was ordered from Tires Unlimited in Dayton Ohio. www.tiresunlimited.com Thanks again viper Ride on Ride safe |
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