Tires

[Fingers]

Good info but he has an R3T.

 

[1olbull]

Good info but he has an R3T.

Oh $hit!

 

[BillyIndiana]

Thanks for the effort.

 

[Fingers]

@BillyIndiana there anew of us that run Michelin Commander ll's 130/90/16 f & 180/65/16 r .IMO handle much better than stock andante beatable milage.

 

[Spawn]

Thanks for all the input guys!

 

[Spawn]

BTW - If you go with a 140/75R17 for the front (and you should) there are some additional options since I made this list:
Shinko 011 Verge Front Motorcycle Tire in 140/75R17 with a 67V load/speed rating.

I appreciate the info. Thanks!

 

[EasTexRIII]

Since OP is asking for a Classic & not a touring, many on here are running the Bridgestone Excedra Max 240/55R16 on the rear, paired with the shorter Avon Cobra in a 140/75R17 on the front and all are happy with that. I made that switch also & loved it. the shorter front tire makes the bike feel like a complete different bike, being easier to maneuver. The last front tire change I switched to the Michelin commander II in the 140/75R17 and after about 1500 miles I believe I actually like it better, definitely grips better in the rain and I'm judging that from having them on at last years 3 Sisters ride when it was raining the whole time on the very twisty roads there.
The Mich is a little more than the Avon but I believe it's worth it

 

[Spawn]

Reading these comments has got me convinced that the Michelin/Bridgestone combo might be the way to go!

 

[EasTexRIII]

Reading these comments has got me convinced that the Michelin/Bridgestone combo might be the way to go!

You'll not regret that
Downsize the front to 140/75R17

 

[1olbull]

You'll not regret that
Downsize the front to 140/75R17

I am curious about both these tires and intend eventually to try them:
Pirelli Night Dragon 140/75R17 rate at 67V at $157.00
Pirelli Night Dragon Front Motorcycle Tire

Shinko 011 Verge 140/75VR17 also 67V rated and only $112.00!!!
Shinko 011 Verge Front Motorcycle Tire

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