Tire Issue Question
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Tyre looks fine to me, except that it's a Dunlop! I don't see any wear pattern to worry about - I've seen worst on my own bikes over the years! I suggest checking your pressures again, before your next ride, then if possible travelling by a different route, simply to avoid the road surfaces you last rode on. If you get a similar squirrelly sensation then change to a different model of tyre or brand. Most of the major tyre manufacturers make suitable tyres, so there is no shortage of choice! My own preference, having ridden new Harleys for over 40 years, is Avon - got them on all three of my V-twins.
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Dunlop was quick to respond, and here's what they had to say....... (I redacted his phone number)
Originally Posted by Dunlop
Hi Larry,
We appreciate your contact and for bringing this matter to our attention. The image seems to show the location of the tread face where the center compound transitions to the outer compound. Your local HD dealer will need to physically inspect to confirm.
Please share my contact info with the dealer as needed, my direct# is xxx-xxx-xxxx
Stay in touch
We appreciate your contact and for bringing this matter to our attention. The image seems to show the location of the tread face where the center compound transitions to the outer compound. Your local HD dealer will need to physically inspect to confirm.
Please share my contact info with the dealer as needed, my direct# is xxx-xxx-xxxx
Stay in touch
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you have a 2005. those tires are vastly different than the new-ish (2010) dual compound tires. on the older tires, i would replace at 10k on the rear, 20k on the front. with these, i replace them both at the same time, and last dunlops i replaced were at 24k.
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Thanks, I was going to add that maybe it had something to do with me having an older bike. I run American Elite's and they too are a dual compound tire. I would also imagine a new rear for the newer bikes is a bit more expensive than my "skinny" 05 rear tire...
Last edited by elPrez; Apr 2, 2020 at 10:45 AM.
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Glad you like the C-III's, my mind was made up a while ago that they were next.
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From: Montana
Hi all,
My original Dunlop went 15k before it cupped out badly. Michelin II did the same thing on a couple tires. Now trying Avon Cobra Chromes, 10k on them and so far so good.
YMMV.....goldie
I'd replace that tire before I went too far
My original Dunlop went 15k before it cupped out badly. Michelin II did the same thing on a couple tires. Now trying Avon Cobra Chromes, 10k on them and so far so good.
YMMV.....goldie
I'd replace that tire before I went too far
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Tire ?
14,000 miles you did great. I threw the stock Dunlops out at 9k and change.. Looking at the photos they look cupped. I would buy a new set, you did better in milage than most..