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I need some new skins for my 2006 Deuce/ Front tire is a 90/100-21 and back is a 180/55-ZR 17. I like Metezler 888s on my other bike, but not sure what to get for this one. what are you guys riding on?
 
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I just ordered the 888’s for my NT from bikebandit. Gonna give them a shot. 120/70/21 and 200/50/18
 
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I'm running Metzelers 888s on mine currently. I may go back to Commander IIs when it's time.
 
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I had 888's on my '04 Deuce. Had no complaints.
 
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I'm very happy with the Dunlop American Elites that I just installed, and got a $50 rebate.

https://www.dunlopmotorcyclerebates....ndingPage.aspx

https://www.denniskirk.com/dunlop/am...pfp544778.prdf

I installed them myself with Dyna Beads, but have also used my local Cycle Gear who do it for abot $35 per wheel.
 
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My 01 Deuce was a completely different bike changing from Dunlop 402's to Commander II's , I was surprised how much better it felt from just switching tires. I'm running Dunlop American Elites on my SG and like those on that bike as well.
 

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Out of the 3 different tires that I've tried and based on how I ride, I've gotten the most bang for my buck with the Commander 2's
 
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Originally Posted by Colorado Mac
I need some new skins for my 2006 Deuce/ Front tire is a 90/100-21 and back is a 180/55-ZR 17. I like Metezler 888s on my other bike, but not sure what to get for this one. what are you guys riding on?
what brand is the front 90/100-21 all I can find is 90/90-21
 
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Originally Posted by chief08
what brand is the front 90/100-21 all I can find is 90/90-21
Kenda Challenger tire. https://www.jpcycles.com/product/210...-21-front-tire
 

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Originally Posted by Colorado Mac
I need some new skins for my 2006 Deuce/ Front tire is a 90/100-21 and back is a 180/55-ZR 17. I like Metezler 888s on my other bike, but not sure what to get for this one. what are you guys riding on?
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So a Taiwanese 21" bias-ply on the front and a 17" radial on the rear?

 


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