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Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2016
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From: Metro Detroit
Tires
What is everyone replacing their OEM tires with when they need new ones? Have to replace my Dunlop 408f and 407. Considering the Dunlop American elite or Michelin Commander.3s. Any feedback is appreciated!!
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: May 2012
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From: Carlsbad, CA
Search in this forum for Michelin Commander 3s. The front has an issue where you get mid speed vibration, when going straight. I had 2 replaced. One Michelin paid for, and the 2 nd I ate the cost on. I replaced them with Dunlop AEs, and have 2,000 happy miles on them.
Road Master
Joined: Nov 2013
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From: Buford, GA
I've been happy with Dunlop American Elites on the Heritage and CVO Limited.
Currently 8300 miles on the set on the CVO.
On my second set on the Heritage. Last set 19821 on the front tire and 11700 on the rear. Replaced early when I replaced the wheels because of broken spokes on the rear.
Currently 8300 miles on the set on the CVO.
On my second set on the Heritage. Last set 19821 on the front tire and 11700 on the rear. Replaced early when I replaced the wheels because of broken spokes on the rear.
Club Member
Joined: Aug 2008
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From: North Carolina
Just installed my third set of HD Dunlops on my bike. Got 19k from the first and could have gone longer, but a trip coming up and sell at that time. The second set I just replaced at 19k service also. The rear was cupping but no other issues. They work, I like them and and trust them in the rain, plus my dealer has them in stock. I see no reason to change.
Road Warrior
Joined: Feb 2021
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From: Chicagoland
+1 On the AEs. The stock HDs Dunlops suck for aggressive riding, the AE dual compounds give you some more confidence in high speed turns. The wear on the commander threes is disappointing.
Tip: if you know your going to super slab it for a bit - put some extra air in the tires - delays flat spotting, then when its time to ride the twists let the air out to proper inflation. (The harder center compound on the AE helps.)
Typically over inflation wont cause tire issues, under inflation causes tire failure from heat buildup.....
Tip: if you know your going to super slab it for a bit - put some extra air in the tires - delays flat spotting, then when its time to ride the twists let the air out to proper inflation. (The harder center compound on the AE helps.)
Typically over inflation wont cause tire issues, under inflation causes tire failure from heat buildup.....
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