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ericj205 10-07-2011 01:10 PM

rear tire options for 07 Low Rider 160/70B-17?
 
I am in need of a new rear tire for my FXDL with the laced wheels. I am unhappy with the mileage from the stock Dunlop K591 (~8k miles). Normal driving habits, around town and a few 1-3 hour trips here and there. Not looking for increased performance other than longevity.

I am looking for the best bang for the buck, Looks like I can have the Dunlop K591 shipped to my door for $145.

Are there any tire options out there that will last longer and how do they compare in price?

Is this tire size an oddball, my choices seem limited? Will a different size tire fit this laced wheel, for example a 170 or 180? Any recommendation are appreciated!

grbrown 10-09-2011 04:33 PM

I just bought a Deuce wheel that size, to fit into my bike. It does seem to be an odd-ball, the only options of size I have discovered are 160/70 and 170/60. My preferred brand is Avon and they do their Storm in those sizes. I buy for ride quality, not mileage, but I don't think you are going to find any tyres giving better numbers than those. These are 'fashion' size tyres, not utility ones!

ericj205 10-09-2011 10:24 PM

what about the Bridgestone Battlax BT-020, it is the OEM replacement for 2005-2008 BMW K1200LT which weighs 819lb

grbrown 10-10-2011 02:53 PM

I have done many miles on my BMW using BT-010 and 020 tyres, they are fine. They do two versions: 160/70R17 73W and 160/70R17 79V RFD. If you do a lot of 2-up riding the reinforced 79V version would be a good choice, otherwise the 73W should be OK.

SC-Longhair 10-10-2011 05:26 PM

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=160%2F70-17+

A google search just for you.


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