I suspect that is due to not using the correct pressures - Avon recommend higher pressures than stock tyres. I've been using them on my Harleys since the '70s with complete satisfaction!

 

To me no tire has been cushier....they are all inflated pretty much the same pressure and I've never felt any cushier on any compared to others, smoother maybe when all of them are new.

 

Exactly what I was thinking! JR

 

I'm going with others here,,, There is really no difference in the ride quality of properly inflated Motorcycle Tires, You do not want to underinflate Bagger Tires looking for ride quality, a huge safety concern,,,

I know that you seem to have "been around the block" with suspension, that's why I quoted this Post

It's all in the suspension,,, both Front & Rear have to play well together, just changing rear shocks is no where near optimal...

How much do you / your riding load weigh?? I've read that folks around 150-160 lbs have difficulty getting the spring rates dialed in on Baggers...

If you haven't done so already? I would recommend speaking directly with the Manufacturers of the Suspension that you are running...

"Just my 2 cents,,, 'Hope you get it figured out...

 

I've got the best ride out of car tire.

 

Just out of curiosity, how does it handle (turn-in) on roads like the Dragon??

What tire do you run on the Front?

 

I think Avon Cobra's and Metzeler ME 880's ride the best for me. The Avon's made my bike handle like a different machine.

 

Handles perfect, I'll ride it harder then with a bike tire on rear. People following can't believe how well it rolls with the leans in the curves.

Front is a Dunlop American Elite
Rear is a Goodyear Excellence ROF
on my 09 Ultra Classic

 

Interesting,,, maybe I'll give it a try one day...

 

You won't regret it