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Old Mar 23, 2020 | 09:09 PM
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Originally Posted by aecs
If they would only make a White Wall, and I dont know what came stock on your ride, but the D402s that came on my FLDE are crap in the rain!!! looking for a replacement at 6k because they are downright dangerous on wet pavement!!!
If you want a GREAT white wall tire that has a ton of grip get a set of Avon Cobra Chromes. I run them on all my bikes and they have the best selection of white walls available next to Shinko...
 
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Old Mar 23, 2020 | 09:13 PM
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I second that.
 
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Old Mar 25, 2020 | 05:08 PM
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I’d like to hear feedback on handling. I put a set of C2s on my 15 RGS and it became squirrelly going down the freeway. Took them off. Never had issues with them on Sportys or dynas, they handled great. I have high hopes for the C3s as I’m due for a set of tires on my year old RGU. I called my local dealer and they said a guy tried them and didn’t like them. I called another dealer and the service guy has them on his RG and loves them. I know they have two different models now, cruiser and touring so I’m hopeful with the redesign of the touring will make it better. Please let us know what you think!
 
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Old Mar 25, 2020 | 07:06 PM
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Never had any problems with my C II in fact I rode it home in the rain. Something I know you should not do. I’m planning on going with C III
very soon.
 
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Old Mar 27, 2020 | 08:11 PM
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Well I pulled the trigger today and I have no regrets so far. These tires are AWESOME! I put about 20 miles on them on the way home and all I can say is WOW. More responsive than the OEM tires, but not too responsive like my previous experience with the C2s. I got on the freeway and hit every bump and crack I could find. The bike feels “lighter” and there’s absolutely no wiggle on the cracks between lanes. Straight line speed feels like it’s on a rail. Braking and rolling to a stop felt very stable and better balanced. I’m extremely happy and impressed with the new design. 2019 RGU. 17,000 miles.



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Old Mar 27, 2020 | 08:26 PM
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WOW, they really did copy Avon. I'd recognize that tread anywhere.Bit pricy over Avons though.
 
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Old Mar 27, 2020 | 08:57 PM
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Originally Posted by azgrumbles
Well I pulled the trigger today and I have no regrets so far. These tires are AWESOME! I put about 20 miles on them on the way home and all I can say is WOW. More responsive than the OEM tires, but not too responsive like my previous experience with the C2s. I got on the freeway and hit every bump and crack I could find. The bike feels “lighter” and there’s absolutely no wiggle on the cracks between lanes. Straight line speed feels like it’s on a rail. Braking and rolling to a stop felt very stable and better balanced. I’m extremely happy and impressed with the new design. 2019 RGU. 17,000 miles.



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I've put about 3000 miles on mine and I agree 100%. And the $50 rebate is real!
 
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Old Mar 27, 2020 | 10:20 PM
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My Touring models arrived and are in the garage, once I get them installed I will let you know how they ride/handle, I am expecting no surprises, after all the are Michelins.
 
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Those of you that have them, any updates on how they are working for you?
 
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Old Apr 9, 2020 | 12:27 PM
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Originally Posted by yzernie
Those of you that have them, any updates on how they are working for you?
3500 miles and still look and handle like new. Although I still haven't ridden in the rain yet with them, I would highly recommend them so far. Higher mileage might tell a different story but I doubt it. We'll see.
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