For the thousandth time, tires

[Claviger]

Personally when I see a tire add tout high grip and then immediately tout high mileage capability, I generally dismiss that tire then and there.

The E-Max being the exception to that rule. The E-Max has a fairly flat profile, allowing for phenomenal grip and wear on the back of our bikes. It also doesn’t overheat at extreme loads/speeds.

After a 15 minute cornering smorgasbord at 90-120 yesterday I put my bare hand on it right after, felt warm but not hot, I would estimate 115-120 degrees, totally acceptable temps for long life.

 

[Idaho Red Rocket 3]

Avon Cobra AV71 for the front 140/75R-17. Fred buy it from Rocky Mountain ATV in Utah. Great tire. I ride year round and never have any doubt about grip. This tire is pure confidence. And I have gone 12,000 to 14,000 on the front tire.

Avon Cobra AV71 Front Motorcycle Tire

 

[Claviger]

Found an interesting picture that has to do with tires just now looking through some google searches on the topic of traction.

The E-Max rear has this type of shape quite pronounced and definitely puts more rubber on the road in a corner than going straight, the AV71 deforms readily, it has a soft carcass, so will provide the same effect as the second picture when cornering.

While the below is an add for a specific brand/model of tire, it's not at all unique to that brand/model. THIS is why I rail against car tires on bikes, the contact patch on a square tire is nowhere near the patch indicated below at 40 degrees of lean.

 

[scot in exile]

That's my Fred thinking about tyres two days before his trip???????

 

[WyldCFH]

I currently run the Mich Commander II. I've not put it through it paces yet, but it can't be worse than the stock Metz.

I would never recommend a Pirelli Night Dragon unless you live in the deep south and get the tire warm before any spirited cornering. Never had a tire slide as often. After 10-15 minutes though, it would stick well.

 

[EasTexRIII]

I've ran 2 Cobra's in the 140/75R17 and love them - I did switch to the Mich commander II this last time with same results, but it also seems to do better in the rain if that's a concern for you Fred. It is a little more expensive though

 

[Rocket Scientist]

That's my Fred thinking about tyres two days before his trip???????

Got to keep my pennies in the bank earning interest as long as possible !

 

[Tripps]

That's my Fred thinking about tyres two days before his trip???????

Distancerider Dave can top that, he killed a deer with his last summer, he just started repairing it Saturday for the RAA.

 

[TURBO200R4]

hey bro hth
Avon AV71 Cobra 140/75R17 Radial Front Tire | 723-049

 

[Rocket Scientist]

hey bro hth
Avon AV71 Cobra 140/75R17 Radial Front Tire | 723-049

Mine will be here tomorrow