Tire Advice
Tourer
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I have a 09 EG Standard with 17k on the original Dunlops. I still have decent tread left and can probably use them for the rest of the riding season. I will need new tires for next year and don't know what to get. I have been looking at Michelin Commander II, but I am certainly happy with the performance of the Dunlops. Any advice on other tires? Also, if I buy them off the internet (to save $$), will indies install them for me, or will them give me a hard time because I didn't buy the tires from them? I saw that motorcycle superstore offers free shipping on their tires.
Thanks in advance. Be Safe.
Thanks in advance. Be Safe.
Seasoned HDF Member
Joined: Apr 2009
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From: PNW
I have about 2500 on my MCIIs. So far I like them a lot. $160 delivered from Dennis Kirk. Took them to a Honda shop and had them put on the rim and balanced for $35. Call ahead to make sure they will do it.
Road Warrior
Joined: Jan 2008
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From: Phoenix, AZ/Canton, OH
08 FLTR w/ 60k mi.
I got 31k on my original front rear was replaced 2x due to nails. I then then replaced OEM tires with Elite 3's got 30K out of both f & r's. I just switched to MC II's with Dyna Beads. The initial impression is good, but new tires always feel great compared to old worn ones.
I got 31k on my original front rear was replaced 2x due to nails. I then then replaced OEM tires with Elite 3's got 30K out of both f & r's. I just switched to MC II's with Dyna Beads. The initial impression is good, but new tires always feel great compared to old worn ones.
Cruiser
Joined: Jul 2011
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From: NorCal
Elite 3 front and American Elite rear is what i'm running on my 11' RG. Much better than stock tires. I definately feel the road more but dont get even the slightest wobble in the high speed sweepers. Alot more confidence in the twisties and sweepers.
Road Warrior
Joined: Oct 2009
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From: Texas
Glad I came across this thread. Im about due for some new tread and my dealer wants $462 out the door and thats with a free front tire special. Was thinking of ordering online and having a local shop mount and balance. Not sure if Ill be saving all that much but every bit counts.
front and rear dunlop american elite front and rear for a '10 streetglide runs $343 to my door from Motorcycle superstore. All depends on how much locals will charge to mount and balance both.
front and rear dunlop american elite front and rear for a '10 streetglide runs $343 to my door from Motorcycle superstore. All depends on how much locals will charge to mount and balance both.
QUESTION??? Why would you even THINK of purchasing another brand of tire after you have just gotten 17000 miles PLUS out of your original dunlops??? Older harleys were lucky to get 12000 miles out of any brand tire before 2009's and newer came on the scene. Stick with the original...you know what you've got...even though YOU HAVE TO PURCHASE THEM THRU A DEALER. Just my opinion
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Cruiser
Joined: Dec 2011
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From: Aurora, IL
I put American Elite's on mine (2009 FLHTCU) and have ~1500 miles on them. Love them...
Oh and I bought from American Motorcycle Tire too. Fantastic company to do business with. I ordered them on a Thursday and had them at my door the NEXT DAY! Shipping was free!
I checked with a local independent and they wanted $160 to mount and balance. I needed the 25k service on my scooter and already scheduled it with a local HD dealer so, I had them do it. They charged me $190. As far as I'm concerned, that was a good deal since the HD dealer wanted $650+ for OEM Dunlops mounted and balanced. I figure I saved about $150 buying online.
Oh and I bought from American Motorcycle Tire too. Fantastic company to do business with. I ordered them on a Thursday and had them at my door the NEXT DAY! Shipping was free!
I checked with a local independent and they wanted $160 to mount and balance. I needed the 25k service on my scooter and already scheduled it with a local HD dealer so, I had them do it. They charged me $190. As far as I'm concerned, that was a good deal since the HD dealer wanted $650+ for OEM Dunlops mounted and balanced. I figure I saved about $150 buying online.
Last edited by barkingspud; Jul 5, 2012 at 09:05 AM.