I have an 05 R3, so my rear tire is bigger than on the R3T, but - here is what I run. On the rear - a Riken Raptor 225/55/16 at 31 psi. On the front, I run a Dunlop D404. This setup works well for me and my riding style. I don't ride real aggressively, but I do ride a lot of miles in a year. I have just returned from a trip to the Sturgis rally. Rode two up and put 4500 miles on the bike in 12 days. 3300 of those miles included pulling a trailer, and we did approximately 500 miles in the rain. Issues with my tires? - None. Put tires on your bike that suit your riding style and mileage, and you won't be disappointed, regardless of whether you go darkside or not.