D407 radial on spoke rim?
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D407 radial on spoke rim?
I'm looking at the 170/60R/17 as a replacement for my K591, but I think I've heard that radials can't be used on spoke rims... any truth to this?
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I think I found the answer on the Dunlop site:
"Always check the size markings on the tube to assure that the tire size appears on the tube. Do not fit tubes in radial motorcycle tires, nor fit radials on rims requiring tubes, unless the tubes bear matching size and radial (R) markings."
"Always check the size markings on the tube to assure that the tire size appears on the tube. Do not fit tubes in radial motorcycle tires, nor fit radials on rims requiring tubes, unless the tubes bear matching size and radial (R) markings."
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I could not pass inspection @ 7800 miles with a Screaming Eagle 180.
Local independent suggested I try the 407 170, he said it looks about the same(as far as width). and should get better milage as it is a dual compound tire developed for the Road Kings( much heaver bike)..
Well I tried it,, and 14000 miles later its still looks fair(I know but its 'da truth'), handling is much better in corners. Its willingnes to lean is far better than the 180. I figure I've got about 2000 more miles, but I ordered another from my indy, this weekend.
I'm going to put this new one on a Chrome Deuce wheel, and I will try it tubeless.. But for the last 14000 miles its been on spokes with a tube, No problems.. The best dyna tire ever!!
Local independent suggested I try the 407 170, he said it looks about the same(as far as width). and should get better milage as it is a dual compound tire developed for the Road Kings( much heaver bike)..
Well I tried it,, and 14000 miles later its still looks fair(I know but its 'da truth'), handling is much better in corners. Its willingnes to lean is far better than the 180. I figure I've got about 2000 more miles, but I ordered another from my indy, this weekend.
I'm going to put this new one on a Chrome Deuce wheel, and I will try it tubeless.. But for the last 14000 miles its been on spokes with a tube, No problems.. The best dyna tire ever!!
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been running that tire on my 006 FXD with laced wheels for 8-10 months
I like it and have no issues. Handles great
here's a thread with some info
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I was sent this reply from Dunlop today
Thank you for taking the time to contact us with your Dunlop motorcycle
tire questions. The Dunlop D407, in the size 170/60R17, is not a
multi-tread (MT) compound tire. Also, do not mix bias ply and radial tires
on the same motorcycle unless it is with the approval of the motorcycle or
tire manufacturer.
"Dunlop Tire"
<website@dunlopmotorcycle.com>
To
awittmeyer@dunloptire.com
06/09/2009 02:35 cc
PM
800-828-7428 ask for Al Wittmeyer if you would like to ask a question
They did not address my question of putting a radial on a spoked wheel. I called but I was transfered to voice mail. I have seen radial tubes for sale?
Thank you for taking the time to contact us with your Dunlop motorcycle
tire questions. The Dunlop D407, in the size 170/60R17, is not a
multi-tread (MT) compound tire. Also, do not mix bias ply and radial tires
on the same motorcycle unless it is with the approval of the motorcycle or
tire manufacturer.
"Dunlop Tire"
<website@dunlopmotorcycle.com>
To
awittmeyer@dunloptire.com
06/09/2009 02:35 cc
PM
800-828-7428 ask for Al Wittmeyer if you would like to ask a question
They did not address my question of putting a radial on a spoked wheel. I called but I was transfered to voice mail. I have seen radial tubes for sale?
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