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CopperHead 06-01-2007 10:31 PM

thread depth
 
I have a 07 FLHRC-I. What would you consider to be the minimum thread depth on the back tire that you would ride on before changing it out?

Uncle Scrooge 06-02-2007 08:35 AM

RE: thread depth
 
2/32nds

CopperHead 06-02-2007 03:26 PM

RE: thread depth
 
Thanks dynageezer. I have about .080 left on the back tire.[/b]

stafford 06-03-2007 11:33 PM

RE: thread depth
 
2/32nds, that mightneart 1/16. I gotta slick tire on the rear, 12,750 miles

WildBill2566 06-04-2007 11:51 AM

RE: thread depth
 
2 mm. Which I think is about 3/32nds.

Its not much of a problem on dry roads but once you get below 1.6mm the tyre may struggle to clear enough water fast enough to maintain sufficient traction. We only have about 8" sq. of contact patch on the road anyway, which is less than the palm of your hand on each wheel.

As the tyre wears the risk of puncture increases also, so for me about 2mm is when I change out.

Legally in the UK we can got to 1mm but IMHO thats not the best option.

WB

ZD 06-04-2007 12:37 PM

RE: thread depth
 
If ya got a penny in your pocket, the edge of the coin to the top of Lincoln's head is abour 2/32nds.


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