Tread depth, replace or wait?

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Apr 19, 2011 | 09:20 PM

#11

46u

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From: Macon, GA USA

I replace mine when they are not that bad. I figure you only have two and a tire is much cheaper then a nights stay in the hospital not counting the damage to your bike. Yes I agree with the other replace it.

Apr 19, 2011 | 09:21 PM

#12

SG Mike

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From: Westerville, OH

Replace, why take a chance?

Apr 19, 2011 | 09:30 PM

#13

old.gezr

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From: Sparks, NV

Check out www.jakewilson.com . They have good prices on these tires with no shipping. Ride safe.

Apr 19, 2011 | 09:30 PM

#14

IndyClassic

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From: Kingman, AZ

Dunlop site says replace at 1/32 but at 3/32 and 12k miles I would definitely replace. My rear tire is 1/32 in the middle with 10K and the new tire is sitting against the bench. I did not measure the wifes until after I ordered and she is 2/32 with only 6K!

I take it the prices you quoted were for the tire only.....did not include install? Local dealer wants $380 to replace so out come the tire irons!

Apr 19, 2011 | 09:46 PM

#15

dan conner

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try jake wilson for tires. do not take a bike with a patch job on a tire around the block...your life is worth more. your moma taught you better!!

Apr 19, 2011 | 09:56 PM

#16

Wassup8687

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From: NY

I'd replace it with some Elite 3's.

Apr 19, 2011 | 10:42 PM

#17

DTTJGlide

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From: North Cental Iowa

I'm sure you'll feel better if you replace it, but that tire is only 1/2 worn. They are 5/32 when new & worn out at 1/32, personally I'd worry more about the age of the tire & what caused the tire to go flat. It's funny how some people complain about how high priced tires are, but then will replace sooner than need be. Do what makes you feel good.

Apr 19, 2011 | 10:51 PM

#18

ffd796

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Replace it, no way is it worth the trouble to take it off again.

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Apr 19, 2011 | 11:16 PM

#19

Bluehighways

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From: Southern California

If you have to ask . . . . that's natures way of telling you to change the tire so you can enjoy the ride and not be distracted by the tire tread depth.