Pirelli Angel GTs at 5,000 miles

[the Ferret]

Yes, my front is a stock size 110 the rear was not available in a 140 so I got a 160

by the way GO, those rear fender pics really bothered me and I figured it out that it was because it was on the side stand. Here's a pic on the center stand

[GoldOxide_imp]

[Whoops]

Angel GTs do not come in a stock rear size. Only 160/60. Like the PR3 they fit fine and feel great. The came in stock size for the front, but I'm not sure you can get them in the US. They're 120 rather than 110, but they fit.

With the OEM size tires, I notice my speed is dead on accurate. When mounting these non-OEM sizes, has anyone noticed the accuracy of the speedo being a bit off?

[Gone in 60]

Yes on speed variation. I had to hoof it a few days ago to cross the freeway to catch a left-side exit ramp. Once I backed off to pace the flow of traffic, I was reading 90 mph. I estimated traffic to be at about 80.

[Scotty_imp]

Dunno tommymck, dont have it yet, but they have been getting rave reviews from NC, Afica Twin and Gold Wing owners so thought I'd give it a shot.

I do know as far as shifting goes, you can put it in Drive mode, totally automatic, and let Hondas algorithm choose the upshift and down shift points, or you can put it in one of a couple of sport drive modes, again totally automatic, but each different sport mode holds the rpms a little higher before shifting, for a sportier ride than Drive mode, or you can put it in manual mode and use a finger trigger or thumb lever to choose the upshift and downshift points, the same as you would on a clutch motorcycle, only there no clutch.

Maybe GO will chime in, I think he had one prior to his Africa Twin.

... there are two clutches - one for even gears, one for odd gears. No matter what, the next gear is set-up to switch.

Ferret - all your points are correct.

In as few words as possible based on Honda NC750XD and CRF1000LD ownership:

* Can be driven automatically,
* Automatic current gear can be overridden up and down,
* Can be driven in manual mode where rider chooses the gear, but the engine can never be stalled,
* Drive mode is the most economical, but the Sport modes are much more spirited,
* Off-the-line acceleration is very impressive,
* The NC750XD is surprisingly fuel efficient, even after spirited rides.

In any case, there is much more.

... there are two clutches - one for even gears, one for odd gears. No matter what, the next gear is set-up to switch.

Ferret - all your points are correct.

In as few words as possible based on Honda NC750XD and CRF1000LD ownership:

* Can be driven automatically,
* Automatic current gear can be overridden up and down,
* Can be driven in manual mode where rider chooses the gear, but the engine can never be stalled,
* Drive mode is the most economical, but the Sport modes are much more spirited,
* Off-the-line acceleration is very impressive,
* The NC750XD is surprisingly fuel efficient, even after spirited rides.

In any case, there is much more.
I just test drove a new GoldWing. It had the DCT. Like most riders, I was not that interested in the DCT before trying it. Ehh, it was already on the demo bike, so why not? There are four modes, Tour and Sport being used most often, with manual shifting option on the left grip if you desire. (I seriously doubt very many owners use the manual option after a few rides.)
It was... nice, real nice. That and the suspension system/steering linkage was most remarkable to me.
For touring, i think it's going to make your experience that much more relaxing. At lights you don't need to down shift or think about which gear you're in, where your feet are, and stuff like that.
Many motorcycle aficionados have more than one bike. You can get the more engaged, direct riding experience on a sportier stablemate if you so chose.

[Tev62]

44 Teeth - a popular YouTube bunch of guys based in the UK did a Goldwing Vs BMW1600 trip to Scotland fairly recently. They racked up some good mileage in just a few days and gave both bikes a good workout. The two riders were amazed at the Goldwing rating it way better than the beemer.

[E11even_Hunnit]

Ferret what size is your rear tire? They don't seem to offer it in the stock size.

Another thing worth noting is the limited supply of whatever leftover inventory you'll be able to get shipped to the U.S. for this tire. It is being discontinued in the U.S, in favor of the GT2's, which, don't come in our sizes

44 Teeth - a popular YouTube bunch of guys based in the UK did a Goldwing Vs BMW1600 trip to Scotland fairly recently. They racked up some good mileage in just a few days and gave both bikes a good workout. The two riders were amazed at the Goldwing rating it way better than the beemer.

The F6B was a couch on wheels when I saw it at the Progressive IMS 5 years ago. I can only imagine all the new over-the-top comfort features on the current model

[Tev62]

They shed 48kg on the new 2018 Wing, which is something else. I have to say, not my type of bike, but I considered it once briefly, not really suited to Irish roads, but I bet the DCT version is a luxo-barge of the first order, pure opulence.

[the Ferret]

Well, the Pirelli Angel GT's made it to 7500 miles. Down to 2/32" front and rear. Not quite the mileage I was used to getting out of the PR3's (curse you Michelin for discontinuing them) which went between 10K and 12K miles for me. Still the Angel GT's are a comparable tire discounting the mileage. They handled well up to the end, no mis-shaping, or cupping on either tire.

The Angel GT's get replaced with another set of Angel GT's tomorrow morning in preparation for the rally.

[Kdogg2077_imp]

So the bigger tires throw off the speedo? Not sure it’s worth it.