Tires

[1olbull]

Indeed! I first dropped down to the 140, then tried the 130 and now, for the reason given in my last post, returning to the 140. Just do it, Chipper - you won't believe the improvement!

I have a very slightly used (only 800 miles) 130 front tire free to anyone wanting to come get it!

 

[1olbull]

You guys have me wanting to pull the 150 with over 7,000 miles left! I seem to be way behind the curve on this topic. Thanks again.

Chip,
I just realized you have a R3T, correct?
Your dynamics are different than us with Roadsters, Classics and Standards.
So be careful to dope out exactly what you are doing!

 

[hvacnr]

I went down one size 140/75-17 and it made big difference in the handling. The one thing I have to watch for is where I park. The smaller tire causes the bike to stand up more on its side stand. so I have to make sure I park where the side incline is not on the kick stand side. saying this, the change is worth it. the next one will be the 130 just for better handling in the twistys.

 

[Chip]

Chip,
I just realized you have a R3T, correct?
Your dynamics are different than us with Roadsters, Classics and Standards.
So be careful to dope out exactly what you are doing!

A friend with a 2013 R3T changed to the 130 last spring. He's only good for 5,000 miles a year, but he's happy with the narrower tire.

 

[Fingers]

1 olbull I was referring to an R3T,answering Chip's query .

 

[Joeizme]

I'm wanting to drop down to 140s and try it. I had intended to put Avon Cobras, but they don't have a 140 in 16 inch wheels. When you dropped down to 140s, what aspect ratio did you get? I'm wondering just how many millimeters I'm dropping (or need to drop) the front end from the stock 150/80 R16. Also, does reducing the width from 150 to 140 or even, in your case, down to 130 affect traction on wet pavement? Thanks, in advance!

 

[1olbull]

1 olbull I was referring to an R3T,answering Chip's query .

My apologies for the late response.
The OP did not have a RT, which caused me to misunderstood your post.
Please remove any lingering disgruntlement you may have toward me???

 

[Fingers]

@1olbull there was not any problem between us I was just trying to be clear.