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- Joined
- Mar 18, 2017
- Messages
- 381
- Location
- Huntsville, AL (The Rocket City)
- Ride
- 2007 Rocket iii Classic 2006 Yamaha Vmax
Hey guys,
After riding about 900 miles on the Avon Cobras that came with my used 2007 R3 Classic, I am trying to decide what the replacements will be. I have read many of the tire threads on the forum but still can't decide what is my best choice. The rear is a 240/50R16 and the front is a 150/80R17. I finally got into some slight twisties today and it handled fair with some effort. I just don't feel confident to lean into the corners at speed. I was riding 2 up so it feels a little heavy. There is still good tread on rear and the front doesn't look thin but getting close to my minimum preference.
Also I have experienced that when I am turning at an intersection at low speeds I tend to go wider on the turn than I like. Seems like I run to the outer edge of my lane on a slow left turn from a light. Feel like a newbie but I am fighting the slow turns. Has anyone experienced this on slow turns from a light or any 90 degree left or rights? Is this a tire issue or technique? I feel really awkward since I am struggling and can't seem to work through it. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Chris
After riding about 900 miles on the Avon Cobras that came with my used 2007 R3 Classic, I am trying to decide what the replacements will be. I have read many of the tire threads on the forum but still can't decide what is my best choice. The rear is a 240/50R16 and the front is a 150/80R17. I finally got into some slight twisties today and it handled fair with some effort. I just don't feel confident to lean into the corners at speed. I was riding 2 up so it feels a little heavy. There is still good tread on rear and the front doesn't look thin but getting close to my minimum preference.
Also I have experienced that when I am turning at an intersection at low speeds I tend to go wider on the turn than I like. Seems like I run to the outer edge of my lane on a slow left turn from a light. Feel like a newbie but I am fighting the slow turns. Has anyone experienced this on slow turns from a light or any 90 degree left or rights? Is this a tire issue or technique? I feel really awkward since I am struggling and can't seem to work through it. Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks!
Chris