Which tires for the twisties?
Road Captain
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 673
Likes: 30
From: Warrington England
Radials
I've recently started a couple of threads about radials without much response,i was sort of surprised when I realised my 07 Dyna used bias.I was using Radials on Bikes in the early 70's
I thought Bias had stopped being used decades ago.
Graham.
I thought Bias had stopped being used decades ago.
Graham.
Grand HDF Member
Joined: May 2007
Posts: 3,870
Likes: 499
From: Alberta
As per my previous post; I'm running radials, with tubes. Excellent grip, wear is only fair. Front tire will scallop from aggressive braking before the tread wears out. Will see how they last "solo" this year as the wife bought her own bike.....
Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2008
Posts: 185
Likes: 0
From: NYC
I just finished the suspension on my 07 FXD. Works triple rate springs in front, True Track, Superbrace, and the Ohlins HD215 shocks (13.2"). The handling is so improved it is like a different bike (mostly due to the increased ride height I think?). This raises another issue.
There have been a number of recent threads re: Dyna suspension and handling tips. My question is "What tires do you guys use?" Although high mileage, rain performance, etc, are nice, which tires perform best in the turns? I currently have ME880s.
thx
greg
There have been a number of recent threads re: Dyna suspension and handling tips. My question is "What tires do you guys use?" Although high mileage, rain performance, etc, are nice, which tires perform best in the turns? I currently have ME880s.
thx
greg
Any pics of the suspension on the bike?
Road Master
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 949
Likes: 1
From: Pacific Northwest
I can only offer input on Dunlops and Metz 880's on a Dyna, the 880's are far superior to the stock dunlops. I've had Avons and other tires on other bikes, but I don't think that input is valid here.
Thread Starter
|
Road Captain
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 577
Likes: 4
Here'a a couple of the Ohlins. The shocks are .6" longer than stock (13.2), which, because of the location, raises the bike over an inch. They adjustable to another .4 " longer. Certainly not the slammed look, but on my bike it significantly improved the turn in and ground clearance. Also more leg room (although I am only 5'9" the stock configuration was a little cramped for me).
Last edited by gregbenner; Mar 9, 2009 at 10:56 AM. Reason: add pics
Ultimate HDF Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 7,562
Likes: 11
From: Palm Harbor fl.
how did you get more leg room. the seat is attached to the frame which still is the same distance to the pegs, right? (just wondering if I am missing something)
On the tires, are you outriding the 880's? Do they feel like the weak link in your cornering?
On the tires, are you outriding the 880's? Do they feel like the weak link in your cornering?
Thread Starter
|
Road Captain
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 577
Likes: 4
My bad re: the seat to pegs
. I think the difference is that I used to scrunch up in the turns knowing something would drag, now I don't have that isse (best save I can think of).
Re the ME 880s, no, I don't think they are the wink line at this point. I have not yet tuned the shocks...will do that this week with the help of a buddy who is expert at it. I ride a 60 mile stretchof twistes (Angeles Crest) from my place in north LA to Wrightwood (small ski town, 6,000 ' elevation) 2-3 times a week for 4 years (I am retired). I now fine myself on the Dyna taking the turns 5-10 mph faster. Not racing by any stretch, just spirited riding thru the turns.
Even with the new ride height I doubt I could lean enough to really slide the bike. Can't really imagine dragging a knee on this bike on the streets
All that said, I would still want to know if there was a better tire.
. I think the difference is that I used to scrunch up in the turns knowing something would drag, now I don't have that isse (best save I can think of).Re the ME 880s, no, I don't think they are the wink line at this point. I have not yet tuned the shocks...will do that this week with the help of a buddy who is expert at it. I ride a 60 mile stretchof twistes (Angeles Crest) from my place in north LA to Wrightwood (small ski town, 6,000 ' elevation) 2-3 times a week for 4 years (I am retired). I now fine myself on the Dyna taking the turns 5-10 mph faster. Not racing by any stretch, just spirited riding thru the turns.
Even with the new ride height I doubt I could lean enough to really slide the bike. Can't really imagine dragging a knee on this bike on the streets
All that said, I would still want to know if there was a better tire.
HD Forum Stories
The Best of Harley-Davidson for Lifelong Riders
7 Surprising Harley-Davidson Products that Are Not Motorcycles
Verdad Gallardo
8 Best Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
10 Worst Harley-Davidson Motorcycles Ever
Pouria Savadkouei
Killer Custom's Jail Break Is The Breakout That Refused to Blend In
Verdad Gallardo
Crazy Bunderbike Build Looks Amazing, But Is It Impossible to Ride?
Verdad Gallardo
Harley-Davidson Reveals Super Cool Cafe Racer Concept
Verdad Gallardo
Engraved Rebellion: Inside Bundnerbike's Glam Rock II
Verdad Gallardo
10 Motorcycles You Should Never Buy
Joe Kucinski
10 Things Harley-Davidson Needs to Fix in 2026
Verdad Gallardo
Elite HDF Member
Joined: Jun 2006
Posts: 3,572
Likes: 5
From: Templeton California
Screaming Eagle Dunlop 502s, they're made for these bikes rim sizes and plenty sticky, get the 180 rear while you're at it. I run out of clearance long before I run out of traction. I've yet to hear of anyone using these tires that doesn't like them.