| Author | Message | ||
     Ohio_xb12 |
I have an 05XB12R and the rear tire is ready for replacement. The front tire still looks OK but I want to replace them as a set. Motorcycle superstore is having their annual tire sale and their prices seem pretty good with free shipping. I was just wondering what tires you guys are using and how pleased you are with their performance. I currently have the OEM Dunlops and am looking forward to a newer tire design. I don't do track days, just a few drag events a year, and ride a lot of slab.(26 mile work commute) I would like a good performance tire but not something really soft that will wear out super quick due to my commuting. Thanks for any help you guys can offer. -John | ||
| B00stzx3 |
I just got Pilot Power 2ct 180 rear and pilot pure front. Like friggin superglue. I've been using pilot powers since I got the bike, tried and true dude. | ||
| Greg_e |
The 2ct is probably my next tire so I can get the harder compound in the center. | ||
| Nevrenuf |
i have the michelin's pilot road 2's and the verdict is still out on them cause we don't have that great a roads here in florida. but anything is better than the dumbflops imo. | ||
| Timo31 |
I just ordered a set of the Dunlop Q2's for $212 shipped. | ||
| Phelan |
I bought a pair of Michelin Pilot Classics from Moto_Race on eBay for $150/pr. | ||
| Xl1200r |
Greg - I Believe the Power 2CT has softer compound on the shoulders, not a harder compound in the center. Maybe semantics, but you won't see longer tire life out of a 2CT compared to a regular PP - what you will see is better grip in the corners. | ||
| Ohio_xb12 |
Spent my lunch looking around and I think I am going to go with the Pilot Power 2CT's. I was going to get 2CT's front and rear but was thinking something. Since the rear seems to wear out quicker than the front would I be better going with a front tire that had the softer compound throughout the entire tire? or would that just wear the front tire out prematurely as compared to the rear? Thanks for all the input guys. | ||
| Ccryder |
I've been running the Pilot Roads 2 on my 1125r and have been very happy. Rear gets about 8-10,000 miles (if i can stay away from NAILS!!!!) Drop by twobrotherstires.com 770.963.7374 they have had the best prices in the last 10-15 months. Great guys to work with. Time2Work Neil S. | ||
| Ccryder |
I just saw this at two brothers: Pilot Road 2: Front:120/70ZR17 Rear: 180/55ZR17= $260 I got just a rear last month for $130 delivered. Talk to Tim and Ernie and see if the $260 price is delivered. Most of the time it's shipping included. Great guys to work with in that regards. Neil S. | ||
| Fahren |
Ohio_xb12, seems I've read on here plenty of riders going with a Conti Sport Attack front and a Road Attack rear, with good results. | ||
| Xb1200rick |
I just put on a set of the Dunlop Q2's . Completely changed the ride of the bike for the better. I never liked the stock tires from day one. The Q2's stick like glue and make the bike feel much more stable.  | ||
| Timo31 |
Rick, that is great to hear. My Q2's should be here Monday. | ||
| Ohio_xb12 |
Decided on the 2CT's now I just have to order my no mar bar. Does anyone have one and know if they come with a bar that will sit in the bearing in the middle that the no mar bar rotates around? On the no mar website the bar that they rotate around is attached to the machine. Thanks | ||
| Gunut75 |
I do a 35 mile commute every day, and recently put on a set of Conti Road Attacks. 800 miles, and less than .03 wear in the middle. I have no long term reports.  |
