Mileage on your E-3's
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I have 17.5k on my rear tire and it has 4/32" remaining (started at 10/32"), so I think I may get 20k out of it. I managed only 10k each out of two D402's on this bike. Even with this mileage I've sensed no flaky behavior like I did with D402's at this level of wear.
The front has 8k and has 4/32" remaining, but had only 5/32" to begin with, so it will likely last >30k. If so, that'll be in-line with D402 front tires I've had.
What makes me so enthusiastic about these tires is not only the mileage, but the performance, which is better than the D402. They're very secure even in rain, but some Gold Wing riders claim they aren't stellar in dirt or grass, which are two areas I try to avoid anyway. OTOH I've ridden mine in both sand and gravel and didn't find them any worse than D402's, which isn't to say I go out of my way to ride on that type of pavement.
Groove tracking is greatly reduced from the levels of the D402, too. For me there will be no other tire to consider until something changes.
The front has 8k and has 4/32" remaining, but had only 5/32" to begin with, so it will likely last >30k. If so, that'll be in-line with D402 front tires I've had.
What makes me so enthusiastic about these tires is not only the mileage, but the performance, which is better than the D402. They're very secure even in rain, but some Gold Wing riders claim they aren't stellar in dirt or grass, which are two areas I try to avoid anyway. OTOH I've ridden mine in both sand and gravel and didn't find them any worse than D402's, which isn't to say I go out of my way to ride on that type of pavement.
Groove tracking is greatly reduced from the levels of the D402, too. For me there will be no other tire to consider until something changes.
I have a little over 11,500 and still have plenty of miles left. I got right at 11,500 with the stock tire, and I am riding harder now than during the first 10,000 miles. I am very pleased with the wear and handiling, even with the miles on it.
Over 5000 on my E3s I love them tires made a world of difference on how the bike handles..and the mileage you get out of this tire is great.Doubt that Harley will use them on new bikes..They will last too long..
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