Tire?
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E3 on front and rear. Approaching 20k on them. 75% highway with riding 2up 90% of the time. Still have enough tread for another safe 3-5k. very pleased with handling; especially in rain, bridge grates and tar snakes. Most likely with stay with them or try American Elite
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I have/had E3's on my bike, still do on the rear for the time being. The front E3 developed cracked sidewalls after 2 years of use, with still plenty of tread left and tire pressures always maintained. The bike sits in the garage most of the time so I know it can't be sunlight. I believe the compound for the front E3's was not a good one. I have switched to an American Elite on the front (was cheaper in price too) and will change the rear later this year after a few trips, although the sidewalls look fine on it.
Hopefully no more cracking
Hopefully no more cracking
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Petdoc i want to hear your opinion on this matter. I am listening to all suggestions. A riding buddy just switched to avons and although two weeks is not a great indicator, so far he thinks they are better.
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Oh, do tell.
Is your experience with the tires being mentioned (E3 and American Elite)?
Or are you basing your opinion on the factory HD Dunlop?
They are not the same tire.
I have the American Elite on mine now, and they are nothing like the factory tires.
I will buy them again when the time comes.
Any "new" tire you put on is going to feel better than whatever worn out tire you just took off.
Some of the best handling tires when new, won't last as long due to the softer compound they use.
No experience with Avon's, just putting it out there so you will take that into consideration.
Is your experience with the tires being mentioned (E3 and American Elite)?
Or are you basing your opinion on the factory HD Dunlop?
They are not the same tire.
I have the American Elite on mine now, and they are nothing like the factory tires.
I will buy them again when the time comes.
Some of the best handling tires when new, won't last as long due to the softer compound they use.
No experience with Avon's, just putting it out there so you will take that into consideration.
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