Dunlop 2nd Generation American Elite

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Apr 4, 2014 | 05:52 PM

JONNIEROCK

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Dunlop 2nd Generation American Elite

I've heard that Dunlop has come out with a 2nd generation American Elite tire for the late model baggers. Does anyone know what the difference is between that and the old American Elite ? Also when purchasing a 2nd generation tire, how do you know that it is indeed a 2nd generation ? tread pattern, marking on the sidewall etc.
Thanks In Advance Jonnierock

Apr 4, 2014 | 08:33 PM

dan conner

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i think the 2nd generation has a longer wearing center tread and softer side tread for turns...it has been out for a while now. i would think that any high volume tire seller-such as jake wilson, dennis kirk, motorcycle superstore, etc-would only have the new model in stock. you can always go to the dunlop site and get their contact info. and e-mail them for specifics. i am on my third rear and am getting around 20k from the tire.

Apr 4, 2014 | 08:39 PM

TheGrandPoohBah

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This tire?
http://www.dunlopmotorcycle.com/tire...merican-elite/

Apr 4, 2014 | 08:40 PM

Hausguy

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Anything you get these days will be the newer generation and they work well. Heavier sidewall and good tread life - 15-20K easy.

Apr 5, 2014 | 06:29 AM

Rdgray

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I just put these on my Limited. Thought I would give them a try. Decision was made on reviews and Made in USA.

Apr 5, 2014 | 07:13 AM

BlueShift

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I decided to give them a try in WWW on my RKC.

Not many choices in 16" WWW.

Harley OEM 16" WWW way too expensive.

I have about 300 miles on them and they handle well.

Apr 5, 2014 | 08:38 AM

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Just posted on the other tire thread that I've now got 15,000 on my AE replacement tire with about another 5-7 thou left to go. I'm VERY happy with the tire-