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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 11:59 AM
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Default New tire time, Metzeler rear question.
Hello all, I am about to order a new set of tires and I am going with a 120/70-21 for my new front wheel I just got, but when it comes to the rear I was trying to decide between the 160/70-17 or 170/60-17 and was wondering if anybody had a recommendation between the 2, also if you know a place cheaper than denniskirk on the tires please let me know, its about $340 shipped for both tires through DK.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 01:17 PM
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I go with the 60. Check Jake Wilson for pricing. Free shipping...is always good.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 01:51 PM
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Not much cheaper but here's what I was charged at motorcyclesuperstore.com


 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 02:38 PM
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Try Direct Harley Parts. I just checked the other day and the rear was less than $200 with free freight. I have the SE180 but am going with the 170 nex time. The SE180 is over $250.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 03:52 PM
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Your owners manual lists the correct tire size. But use the higher pressure recommended by Metzler (good choice). Best price I found on ME880's was at Rocky Mountain ATV.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 04:09 PM
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Tire prices all over lately, best to check around, DK, Jake Wilson, also ck Tireexpress.com, they get deals there at times.
 
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Old Apr 27, 2012 | 04:32 PM
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Love my Metz 170/60R-17 radial
I also picked up a (radial) tube for it having spokes and all.
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From what I could find jake wilson didn't have a 120/70-21 and tire express didn't carry that size either, to trip, the screenshot you showed is for a MH90-21, and the rear tire is definitely more expensive than DK there.

Any benefits to going with 170/60 vs 160/70 in the rear?
 
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Originally Posted by Willy723
Any benefits to going with 170/60 vs 160/70 in the rear?
Only if you go with the "R" (radial)... Those "butt wiggles" you experience when changing lanes out on the freeway will go away.

I run a Metz' 170 VR60 17 on my Superglide... "Day & Night" difference in the ride out on the freeway.

Hope this helps....

Best wishes....Tim(HT)
 
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