Rear tire recommendations for heavy bikes - Shinko 999?
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Cruiser
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Rear tire recommendations for heavy bikes - Shinko 999?
Just about time to put some new rubber on the back of this old Ultra Classic (2007) and was wondering if anyone had a recommendation. The last set of Metzlers left a very bad taste in my mouth, so theyre out. Does anyone have first hand experience with the new Shinko 999s long term?
I take a lot of long trips through the mountains and lots of interstate riding, so comfort and longevity are key factors for me.
I take a lot of long trips through the mountains and lots of interstate riding, so comfort and longevity are key factors for me.
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Jul 1, 2023, 12:47 PM
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Have you tried dipping them in taco sauce for a better taste?
Shinkos are known for higher stick and lower mileage. $ for $ IMHO Dunlop American Elites are best all around tire for big tourers.
Shinkos are known for higher stick and lower mileage. $ for $ IMHO Dunlop American Elites are best all around tire for big tourers.
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I could be wrong but I was always under the impression Shinko's were lesser tires. I have always run Metzler 888's. My current research has led me to either Metzler Cruisetec's or the Dunlop American Elites as my next tires once my stock rubber wear out. I am NOT a fan of the stock tires, but even lesser fan of replacing tires that still have tread...lol.
YMMV.
YMMV.
Road Warrior
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John, what about the Metz didnt you like? I ran the 880s and then 888s for years, never had an issue.
I swapped to Dunlop American Elite for the mileage, and they handle & ride about like the Metzlers.
I swapped to Dunlop American Elite for the mileage, and they handle & ride about like the Metzlers.
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Have you tried dipping them in taco sauce for a better taste?
Shinkos are known for higher stick and lower mileage. $ for $ IMHO Dunlop American Elites are best all around tire for big tourers.
Shinkos are known for higher stick and lower mileage. $ for $ IMHO Dunlop American Elites are best all around tire for big tourers.
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This sort of behavior is apparently commonplace among Metz tires - or so Im lead to believe.
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