Yeah, I may be starting a tire war
I have aftermarket turn signals that push the fenders in a little. Is the 712 140/90 that tight inside the fender? I'll need to tighten the fender bolts when I change it. they are rusty and loose. They allow the fender to sink quite a bit. As far as the sissy bar bolts, I have changed them already, and I can change them again if needed. I am curious and tempted to try the taller gearing. Last time I checked, a local (well, it's quite a drive
) mechanic had a 735 130/90 in stock. It's that Dunlop clone thing.
I have been thinking about the Pirelli, but it's a tad expensive.
I guess I've put 1200 miles on the thing since October, so I could try a Metzler. That would give me a better idea of the difference between old and new tires.... Nah... too expensive.
The great thing about cheap, low mileage tires is all the different brands you can try within a year or two
If I got a Metzler, I'd be stuck with it
FOREVERRRRR!!!! NOOOOOOOO!!!!! I'd be old, grey haired and ready to kick the bucket before I get rid of that thing.
So, which one wins?
Remember, I have
mud to deal with. That kinda discouraged me from the 712 for a while.
I currently have a worn
old Metzler 140/80 to finish off while I am deciding. Compared to what's on it, even the
130/90 will give
taller gearing, and even the
140/90 will probably give
better handling than what's on it.
Ironic, ain't it.