'25 R Storm - followed Col & Zig's suspension set up last year a soon as I bought bike. Ride wayyyy better. This spring, put both tires to 40 lbs (42 lbs recommended), and found bike was like riding a brick. Set tires down to 36 lbs. night and day difference -far more comfortable, control...
Hi all,
Great joining the community and wishing all a safe ride.
Had been riding my 2023 Rocket 3R for around 14000 kms now and it’s time to change the tyres. I am travelling to Milan, Italy next week and wanted to know if there are any dealers who might be stocking either the Metzeler or Avon...
Had new tires put on by a very reputable and very experienced motorcycle shop
On the way home, I noticed that the ABS light wasn't going off.
They have the bike again and are working it - but I'm curious to know if this is a known thing, if they may have dorked something up, or if there is a...
I have been trying to source tires for the Rocket 3R now since January, seems here downunder in Australia there is no stock of Avons or Metzelers (cruisetec), Rear tires will not be available until End May....anyone else struck this issue or have any contacts of where these can be sourced?
"So Goodyear, Dunlop, and Sumitomo's history goes way back. Sumitomo had acquired the Dunlop rights to the Dunlop name, as well as the rights to manufacture and market Dunlops in 1985. But in that deal, it didn't acquire the actual company. It was only later that Goodyear and Sumitomo struck a...
Hola a todos, en México no encuentro una llanta delantera para mi Rocket III 2008, con las medidas indicadas por el distribuidor 150/80 R 17, asi me pregunto si alguien ha usado una llanta diferente? ¿Qué tan recomendable sería?
What the "heck" is up with tires and this bike? First, it was Avons (never liked 'em anyway) and now that the Metzler Cruistecs are the new official tire you can't find the rear in retailers anywhere. I just called Metzler to find out when/where and they are supposed to call me back- I'd be...
For some unknown reason even to myself I decided to put tire gel on my rubbers only to wonder where all those greasy little specs came from. I have never used that crap before on anything probably mostly due to the fact that I hate cleaning vehicles, especially wheels. So here I'm using a dish...
@Kevin frazier and I have been trading info on tire pressure recommendations and, as you'd expect from the motorcycle community, the information from experts is conflicting. Interested to see what others are doing- sticking to the manual, or going your own way.
I will say that I have stayed...
Looking at getting the Raboconda tire changer. I like how portable it is. Not sure how effective it is on the Rocket rear wheel or what spindle adapter to get for the rear hub size. Has anyone here tried to use it for their Rocket tires?
I don't understand how hard it is to get a solid number for tire PSI. I have Metzeler ME 888s, so I read the sidewall. All I can find there is something printed about max load and max pressure. But it doesn't say what to inflate the tire to. Metzeler website says to refer to owners manual...
I have read every post I could find about tire options and the Exedra Max for the rear seems like a good choice as lots of folks here really like them. What would be a good matching option for the front?
Obviously I'll still be running the Avon in the front for a while but both being radials...
New bike with a little over 300 miles. Trying to get some joy before the cold hits, and the Rocket gets grounded. Considering Avon pomp and circumstance (and cost) who would have ever thought? I am hopeful there isn't a frivolous warranty struggle as my dealership experience is good so far.
Hello all,
Unfortunately my dealer says they're unavailable. I've had no luck finding a back tire for sale online in the US. Anyone have any solutions? Thank you in advance.
Good day,
I am attempting a 1500 Gold with some buddies next Wednesday. We plan to leave at 2000 and ride to the tail of the dragon, then hit the charalloa parkway then a bit of the BRP then rip it on back to the coast to hit the 1500 MI mark.
My only concern is my rear tire. I called the...
Lots of folks here insist you should only run V rated tires on the Rockets. Lately I went to Shinko on the 3R and have been happy with them, but they only have an H rating. There've been some posts recently on tire choices for both the 2.3 and 2.5s and the V vs. H rating has come up.
Here's a...
Hi friends, hope all is well! The riding season is fast approaching in Canada and I wanted to get my tires swapped as soon as possible.
Ive decided on buying the Avon Cobra Chromes. The price is a little steep, but seems to be the right choice for my 2016 Roadster. based on research.
I'm a...