Replacement for 402's
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Replacement for 402's
Some time in the near future I am going to have to replace my tires and I am looking for opinions on other tires.
What I don't want is a super great ride but only lasts 5 or 6k. I cannot afford to replace tires that often.
I like the looks of the White Walls but that is not a deal breaker for me.
So for those of you who have switched to other brands would you do it again or would you stick with the 402's.
Thanks
Phil
What I don't want is a super great ride but only lasts 5 or 6k. I cannot afford to replace tires that often.
I like the looks of the White Walls but that is not a deal breaker for me.
So for those of you who have switched to other brands would you do it again or would you stick with the 402's.
Thanks
Phil
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Have 2k on my 160/80/16 rear E3. Loved it from the minute I hit the first little twist and the first bump. That was 1/4 mile from the shop. Lol. Getting a front e3 next week. I generally put 6 to 8k a season on it. I don't know what life I'll get but a season will make me happy.
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for ME....
1) Dunlop Elite-3's.... unless you NEED white Walls,
2) Metzler M880 black wall and white walls... great grip... ok tread life
also, Pirelli, Avon, Continetal, and Michilen all make direct replacement tires. Just make sure the tire you buy, has the same.... or greater load rating
1) Dunlop Elite-3's.... unless you NEED white Walls,
2) Metzler M880 black wall and white walls... great grip... ok tread life
also, Pirelli, Avon, Continetal, and Michilen all make direct replacement tires. Just make sure the tire you buy, has the same.... or greater load rating
I'm in the same situation. My 402's need to be 86'ed soon. I don't care for the 402's at all. Stuck on the fence with the white-walls too. Thinking of going with Metzlers or Avon tires.. I have some time to ponder..
HMMMM how about a car-tire?
Kidding! really
HMMMM how about a car-tire?
Kidding! really
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Thumbs up for the E3's here as well. Just replaced my rear E3 and it had 22,000 on it. Front has 12,000 right now and looks nearly new yet.
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Thanks again for the input and keep it coming.
Phil