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Old Jul 12, 2024 | 02:59 PM
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Hi,

I am looking for new tires for my 2009 Road King (FLHRC 1584cc). I live in Poland and unfortunately we don't have access to all the products like in the US. Tires are in front 130/90 B16
and in rear 180/65 B16.

Mostly in shops there are available:
1. Michelin Commander III Touring
2. Meltzer Cruisetec
3. Dunlop D407/408
4. Pirelli Night Dragon

The most popular widely available are the Michelins but I've read that there are a lot of problems with them. Dunlop American Elite, which is recommended everywhere, is completely not available in Poland. I have seen lots of people on the street using Meltzers but there is little info on the internet. Which would you suggest?

 
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I would use the Meltzer if that your only chose. The white bike in my avatar is in Poland now, 67 FL
 
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Old Jul 12, 2024 | 03:48 PM
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Originally Posted by touchdown
I would use the Meltzer if that your only chose. The white bike in my avatar is in Poland now, 67 FL
I found also Dunlop Elie 4 available but rear has slightly smaller size 180/60. Don't know if these are any good and if I can change the size.
 
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