Tire Prices

[xlr8tion]

Warp..Thanks.....I rode the short bus and I can not find the AV71's in a 150/80vr17....A. Do they still make the 150/80Vr17 and if I go with the 140 what exact tire would you recommend in the Avon....

My dealer is nice people but slow to update me and I need to get some tires quick so I can get my first ticket!

Thanks so much!

Cheers....


Greg

They sell them everywhere leave the V out 150/80/R17 in the details you will see it is a steal belted radial. The Avon 140/75R17 is a AV71 also and V rated

Aarrggh...Front tire decisions.....


Firstly thanks to Phil and Warp.....!

Got great advice from Phil and Warp.

I am getting the Bstone Phil spoke of....The 240/55/16 E-Max...

The fronts are the hard choice for a moderate skill set, mostly one up rider....

Avon 150's and 140's(not carried by D. Kirk)

Or....At D. Kirk (thanks to Phil)

B-Stone Exedra Max 130/70 R17's ...92 bucks


OR.....


Michelin Commander II 140/75 VR17 ....130

So...I am too ignorant to understand whether I am giving up too much on the 130's for a Cruiser mode mostly bike, mostly one up or should I go with the 140/75/17 Michelins?

This is my first cruiser coming off sport touring and ****** Rockets so I at a loss for the decision.


Obviously since I am new to the Rocket I am not going Freddie Spencer on it so which front tire is the best balance of giving the bike less of a gargantuan feeling for normal city and highway riding with moderate at best twisties.....?

Found a shop that will install whatever....They are pushing Dunlop E3's but that is what they sell.

You guys opinion on a front wheel would be greatly appreciated so I can get my order in today...

So.....130/140 or 150 and if so which of the ones I have listed?

Thanks.....

Greg in SC

 

[warp9.9]

Just remember although the smaller tires will lower the front end the fender does not unless you lower it. But the width and arc of the fender stay the same. A 130 looks like you put a doughnut on the front and lowers the front axle 1.110 inches below the 240/55. The 140 still looks small but better then the 130 and lowers the front axle .560 inches below the 240/55. The 150 tire axle height is .030 inches higher then the 240/55. Also the load rating is less on the smaller tires.

 

[xlr8tion]

Just remember although the smaller tires will lower the front end the fender does not unless you lower it. But the width and arc of the fender stay the same. A 130 looks like you put a doughnut on the front and lowers the front axle 1.110 inches below the 240/55. The 140 still looks small but better then the 130 and lowers the front axle .560 inches below the 240/55. The 150 tire axle height is .030 inches higher then the 240/55. Also the load rating is less on the smaller tires.

Warp.....If I put a Michelin Commander II 140/75VR17 on their with the BStone 240/55 VR16 E-Max how much will that change the drop in the front axle? Will it appear markedly differently....I am just trying to ease up on the low speed handling-Not create a "Frankenbike" or create a handling issue at speed. I will do the 180/50 Avon I was just understood that the 140 would make it easier to handle.

Thanks....Greg

 

[warp9.9]

Warp.....If I put a Michelin Commander II 140/75VR17 on their with the BStone 240/55 VR16 E-Max how much will that change the drop in the front axle? Will it appear markedly differently....I am just trying to ease up on the low speed handling-Not create a "Frankenbike" or create a handling issue at speed. I will do the 180/50 Avon I was just understood that the 140 would make it easier to handle.

Thanks....Greg

Greg the 140/75 lowers the front axle .560 inches below the axle of the 240/55.
And yes the 140 will make the bike snappier in the turns because it is smaller and not as wide. a 120 really makes it look like a doughnut even with the front fender lowered.

Here is a shot of a Carpenter bike with the 130 on it so you can see how small the front looks. the fender is at normal height

It is also important to note while lowering the front end makes a quicker responding bike. It does also lower the engine sump pan which can create problems even a flat rear can lower the bike enough that when putting it on a trailer you can snag the sump pan. Used about 150 bucks plus the gasket. New I am not sure. But I would not go smaller then a 140.

 

[1olbull]

Just thought I would post this bit of info after looking for tires for my bike.

http://www.tireexpress.com
Avon Cobra 240/50-16 - $244.42
Avon Cobra 150/80-17 - $168.99
Shipping - FREE
Total - $413.40

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com
Metzeler ME 880 Marathon 240/50-16 - $209.99
Metzeler ME 880 Marathon 150/80-17 - $158.99
Tire Fee - $ 10.00
Shipping - FREE
Total - $378.99

Avon Cobra 240/50-16 - $251.99
Avon Cobra 150/80-17 - $165.99
Tire Fee - $ 10.00
Shipping - FREE
Total - $427.98

http://www.motoxoutlet.com
Avon Cobra 240/50-16 - $206.99
Avon Cobra 150/80-17 - $146.99
Shipping - 25.00
Total - $378.99

http://www.denniskirk.com
Metzeler ME 880 Marathon 240/50-16 - $209.99
Metzeler ME 880 Marathon 150/80-17 - $158.99
Shipping - $10.00
Total - $371.98

Avon Cobra 240/50-16 - $270.99
Avon Cobra 150/80-17 - $181.95
Shipping - 10.00
Total - $462.84

I use Rocky MT ATV Motorcycle Tires, Street Bike Tires | Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
240/55R-16 (86V) Bridgestone Exedra Max Rear Motorcycle Tire $162.88
240/50VR-16 (84V) Avon Cobra AV72 Rear Motorcycle Tire $212.88
150/80R-17 (72H) Avon Cobra AV71 Front Motorcycle Tire $145.88

 

[xlr8tion]

I use Rocky MT ATV Motorcycle Tires, Street Bike Tires | Rocky Mountain ATV/MC
240/55R-16 (86V) Bridgestone Exedra Max Rear Motorcycle Tire $162.88
240/50VR-16 (84V) Avon Cobra AV72 Rear Motorcycle Tire $212.88
150/80R-17 (72H) Avon Cobra AV71 Front Motorcycle Tire $145.88

Thanks Warp for the calculation! And 1olbull for the prices and suggestion. I ended up going with the B-Stone Ex Max 240/55 on the Rear and the Michelin Commander II 140/75 on the Front.

I ordered this about 30 minutes before your post went up Warp. I will let you know how this setup works and will take close note of the sump pan if that situation arises......I really am appreciative of you guys taking the time to post up the info and I hope I did not offend anyone by not taking their advice....

Last two items I need before I head to the shop are pads and a new batt.

Am looking at the EBC double H's on flips site and not sure what batt I can get that is not a Shorai(had one at 170 bucks) that has more CCA than the OEM.....The Yuasa runs about 80 I think. Know I am off topic here but trying to get everything ordered tonight.

Thanks again guys-you are really a great help to a new Triumph owner!

Cheers.......Greg

 

[warp9.9]

If your just looking for a lead acid battery then try a Scorpion I have one along with my 600 AMP Speed Cell lithium oxide battery. Alone they work great I just had the lithium battery laying around so why not add it.
YTX20DHL Battery | Harley Davidson 12 Volt Motorcycle Batteries
320 CCA works great the last time I bought one it was just under 100 bucks to my door.
I order my Brake pads from Flip good service.

 

[breeze]

Thanks Warp for the calculation! And 1olbull for the prices and suggestion. I ended up going with the B-Stone Ex Max 240/55 on the Rear and the Michelin Commander II 140/75 on the Front.

I ordered this about 30 minutes before your post went up Warp. I will let you know how this setup works and will take close note of the sump pan if that situation arises......I really am appreciative of you guys taking the time to post up the info and I hope I did not offend anyone by not taking their advice....

Last two items I need before I head to the shop are pads and a new batt.

Am looking at the EBC double H's on flips site and not sure what batt I can get that is not a Shorai(had one at 170 bucks) that has more CCA than the OEM.....The Yuasa runs about 80 I think. Know I am off topic here but trying to get everything ordered tonight.

Thanks again guys-you are really a great help to a new Triumph owner!

Cheers.......Greg

you are not going to find (even at the dealers) a better bunch of guys more willing to help out

 

[Idaho Red Rocket 3]

Go for an AGM battery. Source some local guys for warranty back up. You won't go wrong with Yuasa batteries.

 

[TriumPhil]

This battery and an always connected (when parked in my garage) Battery Tender Junior have never failed me: Yuasa HP Maintenance Free Battery 1991-1995 Kawasaki JL650 SC YTX20HL-BS-PW

A good tip for starting a cold Rocket III is to turn the key and allow the instruments to sweep without engaging the starter, then turn it off and start as normal. That pumps some extra fuel into the cylinders, ensuring a quicker start and less stress on the battery.

Here's an equivalent to the Yuasa battery, but made in the USA: Motocross YTX20HL-BS AGM Maintenance Free Battery