Metzler Cruisetec vs. Avon Cobras

[Martin_z_BA]

Experience with Metzeler Cruisetec:
The feeling of driving was immediately different. Suspension on a normal road was like much stiffer and harder, but it is easy to get used to it.
On the sides, the compound is again noticeably softer, and in corners in higher gradients I had the feeling (not necessarily the reality) as if the rear wheel was gently drifting, but very controlled and not unpleasantly so.
In the rain I didn't notice any unexpected and unwanted behaviour. I drove in the pouring rain on the highway, sometimes even at 150 km/h, the tyres kept the track without hesitation. I was of course quite careful in the curves on the next narrow road, but I never had a bad feeling there either.
I don't know how long they'll last. Avon in the most frequent custom setting of ABS Road, MAP Road, TC Rain have given me more than 25000 km, two sets in a row. So far I have no complaints, the tyres are very good and give a feeling of confidence.

Update after (I think) 8000 km: Everything works properly and I do not think about tires absolutely. No problem in very hot weather, nor in rain. No visible signs of wear.
By change I also changed the brake pads. I recommend to have complete set ready for use, because specially is needed to remove rear wheel for changing and is probably cheaper to do it during tire change than return again some time later. Front pads is possible to change home, but is needed to tighten the calliper properly. Again, is cheaper ask man with torque wrench in the service when they will play with the tire change and ballancing.

 

[OldBiker72]

It's a shame Pirelli don't make tyres in the Rocket's size. The Diavel I've just bought has the same 240 section rear tyre but it's 17", not 16" and wears Pirellis. They have a much more sporty profile than either the Cobras or the Cruisertecs. I think if they would suit the Rocket very well and make it feel lighter on its feet. They're also extremey grippy and give masses of feedback.

Agreed! The Ducati uses "normal" 17" wheels with a "lower" profile 240 rear tire that gives it a sportier look and crisper handling. I'd really like the Rocket to also use 17" with lower profile tires - especially the front which looks "odd".

 

[Idaho Red Rocket 3]

It's a shame Pirelli don't make tyres in the Rocket's size. The Diavel I've just bought has the same 240 section rear tyre but it's 17", not 16" and wears Pirellis. They have a much more sporty profile than either the Cobras or the Cruisertecs. I think if they would suit the Rocket very well and make it feel lighter on its feet. They're also extremey grippy and give masses of feedback.

Yeah it would have been really nice if Triumph had made the Rockets with 17 inch rear wheels.

 

[Gerald]

Yeah it would have been really nice if Triumph had made the Rockets with 17 inch rear wheels.

And five speeds, always seems like needs just one more gear, maybe two.