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Old Apr 7, 2021 | 02:11 PM
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My front tire is nearing its end with the rear having a couple grand left. Is it ok to mismatch tire tread patterns as I'm not happy with the HD tire life span
 
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Old Apr 7, 2021 | 02:15 PM
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It's fine, as they work independently.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2021 | 05:40 AM
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+1 mr. ranger
been riding since i was 12 and now 70 and never had a matching set. it seems the rib pattern lasts a long time mileage wise on the front.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2021 | 06:00 AM
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Tire tread doesn't usually match in the last 40 years anyway.
 
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Old Apr 8, 2021 | 07:26 PM
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You can run bias front, and radial rear.

But not reverse...
 
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I’ve run Bias in the rear with a radial in the front as well as the other way and it’s fine. You won’t notice a difference.
 
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