I need a new rear. Want to place a 180 on the rear of my 2013 Street Bob. Have had good luck with Michelin. Like the commander II series and do not like the Scorcher( wear out to soon) but only Michelin Pilot road 3 or 4 seem to fit( 180-55-ZR 17)( $165-200) . They do have a 2 , but the 3 or 4 are suposed to be better technology.
I really never heard of that model. What does the forum think? Also they are very low profile compared to OEM ( 70) . Will they have a rougher ride.? Will they last as long as the Commander?
Thank You,
Roger

 

The Michelin Pilot Road series are highly esteemed in Europe and are known to be THE rain tire, bar none.

The only real decent alternative would be Dunlop's D616 in the same size, but they seem to have been discontinued.

Whether you choose PR3 or PR4, it's an excellent choice !

If you have a hard time finding them shop as if you had a BMR flat twin, it's the same size.
Also, if they ask "yes we have the tire, what bike do you have ?" it's because "BMW-tared tires" actually have a stronger carcass (tire body) than the same tire meant for a japanese 4-cylinder scooter.
I guess it has to do with the massive torque that a BMW/HD big twin will produce as opposed to the 4-cylinder high-flyers made in Japan.

 

Michelin Pilot Road 3



http://www.webbikeworld.com/Motorcyc...-pilot-road-3/

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Michelin Pilot Road 4

 

Yes, both tires are great but the 4 is better. It wears longer and feels as has a little more grip. I run them on my Ducati and will put them on again provided an newer version does not arrive.

 

Mpescatori,
Thanks for the advise. Will order the 4 if I can get them.
Roger

 

I am getting ready to mount a second PR3 on my bike. I got between 4-6K out of my last one...Not long lasting but a great tire in or out of the rain. Just be careful when you break them in. They use a lot of release agent in the tire molds and as a result, the tire can be super slippery until they are broken in.

 

How does load and speed rating compare to stock spec tire?

 

How is the ride on the PR 3 or 4.
Roger

 

The load rating is 387 kg. or 853 lbs. The speed rating is 149+.

 

Pilot 4 to be installed tomorrow. Making sure the wires are out of the way. I hope with the low profile the ride does not suffer.

I would also replace the front, but it almost looks new after 5,000 miles( Commander II). When I do may even try a 120 if it fits.

Will post in about two weeks my impressions with the rear 180 .
Roger