It was at least 10 years ago, probably more, when I read that 7 years was the max time frame recommended for a motorcycle tire. So that is what I use.

After five years old, I inspect them regularly, and if I see cracking in the sidewall, or any other issue, they get replaced...

If they look good, and still have good tread, they get replaced at that 7 year limit. I go by the DOT manufacture date code, not their "put in service" date.

Since I added a few bikes to my garage, it can be hard to keep track. I have a binder of maintenance records, but it's hard to keep track when needing to check various binders for 4 M/C, 2 cars, and 1 RV.

I once checked one of bikes and realized it had a 10 year old rear tire.... I didn't like that feeling.

So I made a status board for my bikes, showing oil, trans, & brake fluid changes. It also shows brake pad, and tire (to include date codes) changes. It's the best way for me, in a glance, to keep track of needed maintenance, brake, and tire changes.

 

Michelin states tires expire 10 years after the stamped date
After 5 years of use they should be inspected by a professional mechanic
Mine will be 6 years old from the date the bike came from the factory in November, less then 5k on the bike
They will be changed this year, bike only had 1650 miles when I bought it less then 2 years ago

 

Here in central Arizona, Phoenix, the HOT heat is very hard on the tires. The guys I ride with , we get around 17K on a back tire. Front tires go longer. We ride agressively and some very twisty roads for FUN. We NEVER get the 5 year mark. About 18 months to 2 years is the average.

 

If you're going ten years on a set or even 5 years you ain't riding much. lol

 

sometimes life happens, my wife hasn't been able to ride much for several yrs do to issues with her wrist, she was finally able to get the issues straightened out, we will hopefully ride more now.

 

I did the same, much easier. (It's on the wall by the toolboxes).

 

Ha.... My eyes are not what they used to be.. I had to make a bigger one....

 

This is just like asking a chiropractor if you should come for another adjustment.

 

Not a big fan of replacing tires because their X years old. I personally go by condition of the tire, regardless of age. Yes, I do inspect thrm for cracks between tread blocks, sidewall checking, etc. If I see that sort of thing, regardless of age, miles or tread depth, I'll replace the tire.

 

It never takes me that long to wear a set out so it’s never been a question. I get 20-24K out of a rear and about 18-20K out of a front. They usually start cupping and wearing funny before they are done, when they get obnoxious, I change them.