New Tires 10+ Touring
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I stand corrected. Have an 18 in front and AE comes only in 17 for front, as does the Michillin Commander II's. What a freakin gimmick. So only same tire configuration is to go with the stealerships overpriced 407's and 408's at around 500 bucks just for the treads not including installation. Man that sucks.
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Road Warrior
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Thanks Skratch, I just read up on another thread you were on that mentioned that. I just looked up that tire combo online and can get for 315. I called and left a message for dunlop to confirm as well. Looking to pull the trigger tomorrow if all goes well.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
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Thanks Skratch, I just read up on another thread you were on that mentioned that. I just looked up that tire combo online and can get for 315. I called and left a message for dunlop to confirm as well. Looking to pull the trigger tomorrow if all goes well.
Thanks again.
Thanks again.
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The Avon is known for it's stickiness and has a higher load and speed rating. Also notice Avons center rain groove and 2x the cornering grooves. Same size Bias, same price. Way better for wet running and front braking load IMO.
Avon Venom http://www.jakewilson.com/p/52/-/343...0452/-/185243/
Dumlap elite 3 http://www.jakewilson.com/p/56/88/34...otorcycle-Tire
Avon Venom http://www.jakewilson.com/p/52/-/343...0452/-/185243/
Dumlap elite 3 http://www.jakewilson.com/p/56/88/34...otorcycle-Tire
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Road Warrior
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Just heard from Rob at Dunlop. He said he doesnt see any reason why running an elite 3 up front and an american elite in rear would cause any problems. Only thing is they havent tested that combination.
Now for the good news, Dunlop should be putting out an American elite front tire for street glides come early 2013. I cant wait that long but good news for others out there Im sure.
Thanks again to all who took the time to post and offer suggestions.
Now for the good news, Dunlop should be putting out an American elite front tire for street glides come early 2013. I cant wait that long but good news for others out there Im sure.
Thanks again to all who took the time to post and offer suggestions.
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I was in the same boat as the OP. I just replaced a d408 and d407 with
Dunlop American Elite in the rear and a Dunlop Elite 3 in front. Its a great combo and handles much better than the 407/408s did. Got them at Jake wilson for 313.00 delivered and mounted/balanced 20.00 wheel (off the bike) at local honda shop.
Dunlop American Elite in the rear and a Dunlop Elite 3 in front. Its a great combo and handles much better than the 407/408s did. Got them at Jake wilson for 313.00 delivered and mounted/balanced 20.00 wheel (off the bike) at local honda shop.
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+1 for the Avon Cobras, they are what I will stick with (pun intended)
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I have just over 17k miles on my 10 flhx original dunlops, d407r and d408f. Im past due for some new tread but dealership wants 649 out the door for front and rear installed.
Im wondering if I can save a bunch by doing it myself. How hard is it to change out rear? Any step by step guides from those that have done this on a 2010 street glide?
Im thinking if I can just drop the tires, bring em to a local shop for mounting and balancing, I should be good to go.
Back in the day it was a breeze to drop the tires, take it to a local indy and have them mount and balance, check bearings and throw her back on.
Guys at dealer were saying its much much more involved on a touring bike.
Also, where to buy these tires online at a good price? Im having no luck at all. Appreciate any feedback.
Thanks in advance.
Im wondering if I can save a bunch by doing it myself. How hard is it to change out rear? Any step by step guides from those that have done this on a 2010 street glide?
Im thinking if I can just drop the tires, bring em to a local shop for mounting and balancing, I should be good to go.
Back in the day it was a breeze to drop the tires, take it to a local indy and have them mount and balance, check bearings and throw her back on.
Guys at dealer were saying its much much more involved on a touring bike.
Also, where to buy these tires online at a good price? Im having no luck at all. Appreciate any feedback.
Thanks in advance.