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20k on front tire, 15k on back, any better tires?

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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 10:09 PM
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I have the stock Dunlop tires on my '07 Street Glide, with the mileage I mentioned in the subject. Totally happy with this, who's got the best prices?
 
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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 10:13 PM
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Ride harder.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 10:23 PM
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That's better than I ever got with my '07 UC. 7K rear and about twice that in front on HD Dunlops. I do believe in throwing away $40 worth of rubber when it comes to replacement. Many guys run them to the last mile. That's too risky for me. Life's too short to have a blowout on a marginal tire. I hope I do better on my '09 SG, especially with that bigger rear sneaker. As for prices, give Tire Rack a shot.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 11:13 PM
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I have found that Ron Ayers has the best price for the Dunlops. Go to the following link:

http://www.ronayers.com/index.cfm

I have purchased my last 3 tire there and have had very good luck with shipping times and costs.
 
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Old Nov 14, 2008 | 11:14 PM
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Originally Posted by 6Clicks
That's better than I ever got with my '07 UC. 7K rear and about twice that in front on HD Dunlops. I do believe in throwing away $40 worth of rubber when it comes to replacement. Many guys run them to the last mile. That's too risky for me. Life's too short to have a blowout on a marginal tire. I hope I do better on my '09 SG, especially with that bigger rear sneaker. As for prices, give Tire Rack a shot.
They really aren't even close, but I'm going to have to replace soon. Didn't realize Tire Rack had motorcycle tires.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 08:30 AM
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How do you look up motorcycle tires on Tire Rack's website? So far http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/ has been the least expensive site for tires. Also they have free shipping.
 
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 09:33 AM
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My dealer (F&S Harley in Dayton Ohio) sells tires whole sale and charges $30 per tire to mount if you bring in the wheels. .
 
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 09:36 AM
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compared to my busa thats real good! i would change the rear at around 3000miles
 
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I can get between 12-14 on back , before I worry about it

Front 24-25 , even had one go 28
 
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Old Nov 15, 2008 | 03:05 PM
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Jeez, every bike I've ever had burns through a set every 5k miles...

I'd say you're using the right tires!
 
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