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Old Dec 2, 2007 | 06:40 AM
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Just got bike # 2 it has m880 made in brazil front and back.Is there an issue with these tires?Saw a post concerning a sidewall problem? or not.
 
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Old Dec 2, 2007 | 08:46 PM
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Just bought a set for my RK. We ride 2-up a lot and so I had the same concerns as you prior to making my purchase. After reading just about every post regarding the Metz's (the "search" function is your friend)...the only real concern is making sure you keep proper tire inflation. Of which, is more than the standard Dunlops. I run 38 in the front and 40 in the rear. Low tire pressures (from what I have researched) are/were the leading reason for side wall issues. Just keep the recommended pressures where they should be and you will love them. I do...and would recommend them to anyone looking to buy new tires.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2007 | 09:38 AM
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Thanks for the reply. I posted before I did my home work.I agree air pressure is the issue.Regular maintance first issue most of the time.
 
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Old Dec 3, 2007 | 01:20 PM
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Just put 2 metzlers (made in Brazil) on mine about 3000 miles ago and really like'em with no problems. I run 46 in the rear and 40 in front. Mostly solo.
 
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Old Dec 5, 2007 | 05:12 PM
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I've always run 880's on my bikes, and as soon as the stock Dunlops are gone on my '07, she will also get a new pair of Metzeler shoes[sm=smiley20.gif] as well !!
 
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Old Dec 10, 2007 | 09:49 AM
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Where's the cheapest place to purchase ME880s? I found a nail in my H-D Dunlop, so that will be my excuse to get a Metzler. Another question - on my Dyna rear tire, should I switch from a 160 to 170?
 
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Old Dec 10, 2007 | 11:27 AM
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Found Ron Ayers one of the cheapest for Metz's website is www.ronayers.com
 
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Old Dec 10, 2007 | 02:57 PM
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No more Metz for me. First tire I ever had a blowout on in 50 yrs of riding. Less than 8000. I think they were a good tire before having them made in Brazil. Good luck.
 
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how do you know if they were made in brasil? sidewall?
 
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Old Dec 10, 2007 | 07:55 PM
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oops just checked... good news they are from the fatherland.......ah Deutschland
 
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