Tire question
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From: Knoxville, TN
Tire question
I got about 6700 miles out a rear Michelin Scorcher. Front tire still looks like it has plenty of life left.
Should I just get another rear Michelin Scorcher, and replace both front and rear when the time comes, or are there much better alternatives I should consider? I don't hate the Scorchers, but would like better turn-in and grip in the corners without sacrificing stability on the highway.
At some point I want to try Metzler CruiseTecs.
Should I just get another rear Michelin Scorcher, and replace both front and rear when the time comes, or are there much better alternatives I should consider? I don't hate the Scorchers, but would like better turn-in and grip in the corners without sacrificing stability on the highway.
At some point I want to try Metzler CruiseTecs.
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From: Florida
I've been running CruiseTecs on my FatBoy since I wore out the factory rubber. I love them!!!! If "they" made FatBoy sizes in the 888's, I'd love to try them.
Go CruiseTec and you'll be happy.
I ran 888's on my FatBob and it was a game changer.
Go CruiseTec and you'll be happy.
I ran 888's on my FatBob and it was a game changer.
Tourer
Joined: Jan 2023
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From: New Zealand
I have run the Cruisetec's which are good better than the Scorcher but I'm currently using the Avon Cobra Chrome tyres, they are like another step-up from the Cruisetec, i haven't done much wet miles though
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Joined: Mar 2024
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From: Colorado
I got about 6700 miles out a rear Michelin Scorcher. Front tire still looks like it has plenty of life left.
Should I just get another rear Michelin Scorcher, and replace both front and rear when the time comes, or are there much better alternatives I should consider? I don't hate the Scorchers, but would like better turn-in and grip in the corners without sacrificing stability on the highway.
At some point I want to try Metzler CruiseTecs.
Should I just get another rear Michelin Scorcher, and replace both front and rear when the time comes, or are there much better alternatives I should consider? I don't hate the Scorchers, but would like better turn-in and grip in the corners without sacrificing stability on the highway.
At some point I want to try Metzler CruiseTecs.
I have zero need for anything else... However, I have been curious about their Road techs and if I wanted to try anything I thought about Avons too... But definitely ditch the Scorchers... Both.... Now.
Cruiser
Joined: Nov 2021
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From: CA
Stop debating and go order some Cruistechs right now. The Scorchers are pure garbage. I only got 6000 out of my front. I use them. You have to fight them thru corners. Turn in is night and day difference. I just replaced my first front which I got 13k out of. Time for another rear and I have close to18-19k. And yes, that is with more grip and better wet performance.
I have zero need for anything else... However, I have been curious about their Road techs and if I wanted to try anything I thought about Avons too... But definitely ditch the Scorchers... Both.... Now.
I have zero need for anything else... However, I have been curious about their Road techs and if I wanted to try anything I thought about Avons too... But definitely ditch the Scorchers... Both.... Now.
Cruiser
Joined: May 2017
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From: New Jersey
Ran the Michelin Commander IIIs (handled poorly in the rain for me), original Dunlop D401/D402, and Dunlop American Elites
My current favorite of the group are the Dunlop American Elites.
I got +10K miles out of a rear AE and my present front tire has +20K and still looks like a few more thousand miles are left in it. Been though the rain with them and they handled it well.
I ordered a replacement for my front tire. It's waiting to be installed. I couldn't find an American Elite so I went with the replacement AE2.
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I would be interested in hearing how the Avons compare to the Cruistecs when it comes to handling and wear. As I live in Arizona, rain isn't a big concern, but sometimes it does happen and I might have to ride in it.
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Tourer
Joined: Jan 2023
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From: New Zealand
While I've done less than 2k miles, they definitely handle and feel better than the Cruisetec does. no rain miles yet but this weekend I have a long ride with a less than favourable weather forecast, as for wear I'll have to let you know but they are reasonably soft & sticky
While I've done less than 2k miles, they definitely handle and feel better than the Cruisetec does. no rain miles yet but this weekend I have a long ride with a less than favourable weather forecast, as for wear I'll have to let you know but they are reasonably soft & sticky
I'm not wishing you any bad weather, but it would be nice to know how they handle wet conditions.