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Apr 14, 2009 | 10:35 AM

#21

slick10

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Changed my first set of Metzlers 880's at 17,500. I really like these tires as they have superior handling characteristics. I feel like I'm glued to the road!

Apr 14, 2009 | 10:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Pablo22

DAMN! That's amazing! I've gone with Me880's on all my bikes cept for the Fatbob - I got 12,500 out of the stock rear and I've never gotten that good of mileage on the Metzeler. My Brother put a Metzeler on his Fatbob at 12k and he is almost ready for a new one at 17k.

You might want to ask your brother to check his alignment on the rear wheel. Did it occur to him at all there is a problem somewhere?

Apr 14, 2009 | 12:02 PM

#23

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I've had mixed results with Metzelers. On a metric cruiser I had I got almost 17k out of a rear ME880. On my Electra Glide Classic I only got about 9K+ out of a rear ME880 compared to 15k out of a Dunlop. Both bikes/sets of tires were ridden under the same conditions by the way. So not sure what to say except ALOT depends on your style of riding and keeping on top of tire pressures religiously. Metzelers are softer and more performance oriented so from what I've seen here from guys talking about it they do get LESS miles out of them compared to Dunlops.

Apr 14, 2009 | 12:17 PM

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6 gun

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how much diference is there in the price of the two.
I have to buy a tire this week for an 07 RKC,and dose metzelers
offer a wide white wall tire

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Apr 14, 2009 | 01:41 PM

#25

Ribitt

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used the ME880 once same milage as the 402. Now use the E3, 15K on rear tire and handles great. For the money I have found the E3 is much better.

Apr 14, 2009 | 02:34 PM

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Chas63

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I'm not trying to threadjack your thread here, but wanted to point out that I have a thread in the "Touring Models" forum here about a problem with Metzeler tires.

Some of you may be interested in reading that thread too. Also, please feel free to post comments on it if you like.

Thanks.

Last edited by Chas63; Apr 14, 2009 at 02:37 PM.

Apr 14, 2009 | 03:02 PM

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slick10

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I do keep on top of tire pressure. That is a must. I also ride solo only so that helps too. I ride a lot of backroads, but I'm no stranger to the interstate. When on the interstate, I usually do 5-10 over. My riding style is aggressive, but I also take care of my equipment. I also keep a log of what I do to my bike and when I do it.

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Apr 14, 2009 | 03:23 PM

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Cosmic Razorback

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Originally Posted by Old Bones

I just replaced the rear Dunlop at 13,600 miles with a Metzeler 880. I can't believe the difference in handling. I don't care if I get half the milage with the Metz, it is worth it.

That's exactly what I was hoping to hear.

I only have 6500 miles on mine but I'm putting new wheels on and wanted to go ahead and put new tires on as well even though the rear is staying the same size.

My INDY is all about Metzeler and told me that they will handle much better and that I should get similiar mileage. I am not an agressive rider at all and my current tires look brand new.

Thanks I'll let you know how they do hopefully Thursday of this week.

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Apr 14, 2009 | 06:13 PM

#29

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Old Bones

I just replaced the rear Dunlop at 13,600 miles with a Metzeler 880. I can't believe the difference in handling. I don't care if I get half the milage with the Metz, it is worth it.

+1, the handling difference is readily noticeable.

Apr 14, 2009 | 06:46 PM

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easyglider

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I got 11,000 out of my first 880 and when the second one threw a belt at around 10,000 and I couldn't even get a %50 off I vowed to ride Dunny's from here on.