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Old Mar 30, 2017 | 08:27 PM
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i need to put some new tires on my softaili and I really like the look of the vintage tires that are on the market. The Shinko 270 and the Coker Fitrestone Deluxe in particular.

I'm not under any illusions that these will perform like a modern Avon or Metzler tire but I am curious about how they do perform. Anyone out there run these? How to they track and handle in general?
 
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i need to put some new tires on my softaili and I really like the look of the vintage tires that are on the market. The Shinko 270 and the Coker Fitrestone Deluxe in particular.

I'm not under any illusions that these will perform like a modern Avon or Metzler tire but I am curious about how they do perform. Anyone out there run these? How to they track and handle in general?
Well, I guess that answers the question. HA!
 
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choosing tires based on their looks is not a good idea.
Check their specs
 
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