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Hi-
My 2014 CB1100 has a little over 10,000 miles on it. While the original tires don't look that bad yet I'm starting to think about what new tires I should get, maybe next spring. A lot of the threads I see here are not very complimentary of the stock tires. My bike has Bridgestone Battlax tires.
A few threads I've seen mention Michelin P3s (I think). While I'm still very impressed with the performance & handling of the bike, I wouldn't mind getting a little firmer road grip out the next set of tires. I don't ride that hard anymore- I'm not looking to be the next gran prix champion. I just want to cruise.
What do you guys recommend?
Thanks- Jim
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Lots of folks here really like the performance of the Pilot Road 3, but recognize the rear isn't available as a 140/70-18. If using a 160/60-18 isn't a concern, you may want to try them. Others have tried the Metzeler Interac Z8 in the OEM size and seem to really like them.
I'm using the Bridgestone BT54's like you. They work fine considering how I ride the bike, but I'm not sure I could get 10,000 miles out of them!
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Is there a slightly wider front size to complement the slightly wider rear? Mine came with dunlops and the front is already showing very slight cupping. I've never liked Dunlop motorcycle tires. Had uneven wear issues and one had a belt break. It was replaced eventually under warranty, but I try to stick with other brands now.
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(10-19-2016, 02:59 AM)ryanschillinger_imp Wrote: Is there a slightly wider front size to complement the slightly wider rear? Mine came with dunlops and the front is already showing very slight cupping. I've never liked Dunlop motorcycle tires. Had uneven wear issues and one had a belt break. It was replaced eventually under warranty, but I try to stick with other brands now.
I went one size up in front to a 120 Pilot Road 3. No regrets and I think Revzilla still lists that size on their site.
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(10-19-2016, 03:44 AM)redbirds_imp Wrote: (10-19-2016, 02:59 AM)ryanschillinger_imp Wrote: Is there a slightly wider front size to complement the slightly wider rear? Mine came with dunlops and the front is already showing very slight cupping. I've never liked Dunlop motorcycle tires. Had uneven wear issues and one had a belt break. It was replaced eventually under warranty, but I try to stick with other brands now.
I went one size up in front to a 120 Pilot Road 3. No regrets and I think Revzilla still lists that size on their site.
I went one size up in front to a 120 Pilot Road 3. No regrets and I think Revzilla still lists that size on their site.
I also changed to Michelin Pilot Road 3 tires with a 160 width rear and 120 width front and love the results. Much, much better than my stock tires, but they had some major flat spots when I got rid of them!
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My bike is basically a commuter. I don't scrape the pegs or anything. I think the look of a little more tire would be nice and shouldn't affect handling to any noticeable degree to me. maybe a little better since I'm heavier than most of you it seems?
