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Jan 22, 2012 | 09:17 AM

#31

btsom

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Originally Posted by hitchpan

I have an 06 FLHX with 28,000 and I want to go with e-3's, but I put a new 402 on 6 months ago, but I need a front for the first time, can I run a e-3 up front until the rear needs replacing? That is 402 in the rear and e-3 in front until I replace the rear. Will it be safe? Want to get my $ worth from the 402.

Personal opinion (you get what you pay for). Not mixing tires is way over rated. Don't mix 1 radial with 1 bias, but other than that, not much problem. If we were racing on a road course and dragging our knees on each turn, the answer might be different. Our machines have separate controls for each brake and learning how each tire behaves is part of any tire replacement. For normal touring, don't sweat the small stuff. Now the true believers will flame away.

Jan 22, 2012 | 09:37 AM

#32

Guntoter

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You guys convinced me. I went with a 160/80HB-16 for the rear and the standard size of MT90HB-16 for the front, both E3's. I will see how they work out and hope no fitment problem. I just ordered them from Dennis Kirk, free shipping.

Jan 22, 2012 | 10:26 AM

#33

PDDGM

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Originally Posted by Flintshooter54

OK I have been looking at the Jake Wilson web site. I do not see a set of E-3's that will fit a 2010 limited. So what up? Do they not make a tire to fit the newer bikes? I was looking forward to trying a set as I have heard nothing but good news from the E-3 guys.

I could be wrong, but I think you have to use the American Elite's, they are for the newer HD's. I believe you bike has 18" wheels versus 16" on the earlier HD's.

I know the E3's are the only tire I will use. I got over 15,000 out of my first rear and that was with around 10,000 riding 2 up. I have to replace my second rear this spring,(bought it in May of 10) lost my receipt that I wrote the mileage on, but am guessing at least 13,000 or better on it. Had over 21,000 on the front and it cupped real bad, but it was worn pretty bad.

In the first 2 yrs of owning my bike, I put at least 3 sets of tires on it. The E3's are the best in my opinion. and any dealer that tells you that is full of crap.
I bought my 05 in 07 and the rear tire wore out before the first oil change.

Joe

Jan 22, 2012 | 10:34 AM

#34

rare100thHD

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E3's are great in my opinion, the 160/80-16 have been getting close to 20,000 miles on the rear, on most 07 and 08 baggers, with the 6 speed tranny. Dunlop also has the MT90-16 front and for the 21" baggers they have the 120/70-21 front. Its in a radial but weve been mounting them for a couple of years now with no complaints on handling or anything. Try em you'll be glad you did. Sorta outa luck for the newer models though

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Jan 22, 2012 | 10:35 AM

#35

Notgrownup

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Run from that dealer Forrest run....

Jan 22, 2012 | 10:40 AM

#36

Notgrownup

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Originally Posted by hitchpan

Yes it is safe....The mixing of Bias ply and radial is really only noticeable if you are running them on a trailer or a high performance bike... The "Multi ply" and crossply like a EIII has almost the same lateral stability as a radial tire...It's a 900lbs touring bike not a crotch rocket.... I have mixed many tires on my bike and have found no adverse effect.... 67000 miles and 3 fronts 10 rears later....

Jan 22, 2012 | 11:10 AM

#37

kjc

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My experience so far with 3 dealers i visit often is that they'll never recommend something that's not OEM even if it's proven to be a better product.Tried getting an opinion on a stage 3 with a fuel moto kit and they REALLY tried to discourage me and to stay with Sceaming Eagle parts,supposedly designed just for Harley,I say read reviews of people that actually have experience with a product and make your decision on that,not what the dealer is pushing.

Jan 22, 2012 | 11:17 AM

#38

Tinman265

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2009 and new use the American Elite. That's what will be going on my limited when it needs tires. Put E3's on my Yamaha Venture and it was a canyon carver after that. Great handling, great ride, wears great.... I have not used a better tire.