METZELER for my 06 FLH
METZELER for my 06 FLH
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
Any input fellas???
Tourer
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From: Ventura County, CA
RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
ORIGINAL: No Tyme
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
Front: 130/90-16 M/C 67H
Rear: 140/90B-16 M/C 77H
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RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
Move up to metezler? The reason dunlop is used on harleys, is it was the only brand to pass the test to not run off the rim when flat.
ORIGINAL: No Tyme
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
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RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
No Tyme,
Don't hesitate to run the Metzelers. The stock Dunlops are terrible on freeway rain grooves - can make for a VERY interesting ride! The Metzelers are far superior in this respect, and will give you better tread life to boot. As for tires coming off of the rim when flat, don't worry about it (unless you're running spokes). Tubeless tires give you ample warning before they go flat. You'll know you have a problem long before the tire loses all of the air.
Doug
Don't hesitate to run the Metzelers. The stock Dunlops are terrible on freeway rain grooves - can make for a VERY interesting ride! The Metzelers are far superior in this respect, and will give you better tread life to boot. As for tires coming off of the rim when flat, don't worry about it (unless you're running spokes). Tubeless tires give you ample warning before they go flat. You'll know you have a problem long before the tire loses all of the air.
Doug
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RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
ORIGINAL: No Tyme
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
I need to replace the rear (for now) on my 06 Geezer Glide and want to move up to the METZELER but the tire size is confusing to me… I think the 140/90B16 will fit the rear… Has stock Dunlop MU85B16 on it now with a plug in it…
Any input fellas???
I had to replace the 150 @ 9700 miles, and have gone with the 140.
No Tyme, a 150 should fit your bike, (it does look good) but a 140 may be a better choice if you ride with a heavy load sometimes.
Anyone else have any experiance with the ME880 150/80B-16 rear tire?
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From: Pittsburgh, PA
RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
I installed a 150x80 Metzelers on my 2000 Fatboy and now my 2004 Road Glide.
These bikes have the 1" final belts. No kits are needed.
The tires fit perfect and average 9k miles using 30 psi max (single rider).
I was only getting 6k miles with 34 psi.
I did not change the front until it was needed and the bike handled great.
The 150 Dunlop tire will rub the belt, when you back up your bike.
Metzeler has a lower profile, thus lowering your bike 1/4" .
Thats my 2 cents worth.
These bikes have the 1" final belts. No kits are needed.
The tires fit perfect and average 9k miles using 30 psi max (single rider).
I was only getting 6k miles with 34 psi.
I did not change the front until it was needed and the bike handled great.
The 150 Dunlop tire will rub the belt, when you back up your bike.
Metzeler has a lower profile, thus lowering your bike 1/4" .
Thats my 2 cents worth.
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From: Lincolnton, NC
RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
I installed two new Metzlers on my RK a few weeks ago. Check the Metzler web site, current replacement rear tire size is 150/80. My previous Metzler rear was a 140/90 which was the replacement size listed at that time and that was just put on in April. 150/80 fits my RK with plenty of clearance and I checked it carefully when I installed it back on the bike.
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Road Warrior
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RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
MU85 is 143mm so a 140-90 will fit fine. you won't get the mileage out of the Metz though. softer compund and 2/32 less thread depth than the MU85 Dunlop. i average 15K per year so tires are a common expense for me.
Cruiser
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From: Georgetown, Texas
RE: METZELER for my 06 FLH
Neckball,
Are your tires the ME880's? I have an 06 RKC with 7200 miles and want to change out the Dunlops to Metzler. I ride 2 up a lot. I also have a lowering kit on the rear. I have done some research but it seems the right tire depends on the bike and ride.
Thanks.
King Rider
Are your tires the ME880's? I have an 06 RKC with 7200 miles and want to change out the Dunlops to Metzler. I ride 2 up a lot. I also have a lowering kit on the rear. I have done some research but it seems the right tire depends on the bike and ride.
Thanks.
King Rider