If you can't get the 170/60, you can fit a 180/55 r17 tire without any problem.
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| Author: | du907 [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 2:49 am ] |
| Post subject: | Can't find a rear tire in the US |
I can't find a Michelin Pilot Power 170/60 ZR17 for the rear anywhere. Everyone says it is on back order from Michelin. The web sites usually say they have that size but I have had to cancel orders a 4 places because they couldn't come through. Anyone know of a place that has this time in hand? du907 |
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| Author: | higgy [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 10:25 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
A quick googling returned a few vendors Kneedraggers Dennis Kirk MotorcycleTire TwoWheels Have you contacted any of these guys? Prices range from 100 to 120 plus shipping |
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| Author: | du907 [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 5:49 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
Tried them all and 4 or 5 others. No one has them. Michelin lowered their prices and everyone is sold out in my size. No one knows when they will come in, about a two week waiting list. I think I'll try the Pirellis. du907 |
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| Author: | Fast Eddie [ Fri Sep 10, 2010 7:57 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
Call Sport Tour in Cincinnati 513.761.0936. The have the best tire prices around. I called them about the Michelins. He looked it up and said that they won't be available until 10-13-10. He did say that they have several other tires in that size in stock if you need one now. Tell them Ed referred you. |
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| Author: | persempre907 [ Tue Sep 14, 2010 8:32 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
If you can't get the 170/60, you can fit a 180/55 r17 tire without any problem. Ciao
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| Author: | du907 [ Wed Sep 15, 2010 2:48 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
Francesco Please explain. I know what the numbers (170/60) mean, but what effect will it have on the handling? Will the tire profile be the same? du907 |
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| Author: | blazing928 [ Wed Sep 15, 2010 10:03 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
What about the Metzeler roadtec Z6. won the german tyre test. I am using them but would have no idea if they are any good compared to the others! Also read very good report on the new bridgedstones. All I know is that you must use the correct tyre for your usage, so a sport touring tyre warms up quickly to give grip, where a sports tyre takes longer and is not as good for general riding. |
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| Author: | persempre907 [ Wed Sep 15, 2010 4:41 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
| Author: | ducbertus [ Sun Sep 19, 2010 10:18 am ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
Hi Du907, I wouldn't worry about the 170's. you can use 180's whitout any problem. I have them on my 907 for 5 years now and she handles very well. this spring I got new Bridgestones BT023 120/70 and 180/55and have no complain about handling in long sweeping curves or roundabouts. sensitiviness for damaged pavement is minor. Bertus |
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| Author: | du907 [ Sun Sep 19, 2010 11:10 pm ] |
| Post subject: | Re: Can't find a rear tire in the US |
Thanks for the info guys. I was able by chance to get the 170/60 from chaparral in Calif. USA. They just happen to get one in at the time I checked they're site. Got it mounted this weekend, so now I can go riding during this beautful pre-fall weather. I might try the 180/55 next time. du907 |
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