Avon or Metzler?
 

I am putting new tires on my '06 Fatboy. Any thoughts on Avon Venom vs. Metzler ME 880? Has anyone gone to Radial tires instead of Bias Ply? Thanks!

I am sure from what I've read on here you will be happy with either of them. Personally, having owned Harleys since the 70s, I find I always go back to Avons.

As for radial versus bias ply, I think you will find most tyres for Harleys are reinforced and tend to be bias. Best to check out the recommendaed tyres for your bike with your chosen brand.

This is what Avon recommend for yours, assuming it is a 2006 model (not 2007, as the tyres changed):

Front tyres:
Venom
Pressure front:
2.6 bar (38psi)
Front size:
MT90B16 74H (also WW)

Rear tyre:
Venom
Pressure rear:
3.0 bar (44psi)
Rear size:
150/80B16 77H 77V AM42 Venom (also WW)

Note the pressures may be higher than for stock tyres. Use the figures above.

Thanks for the info! I suspect I will have Bias ply, and am leaning toward Avons.