Which is the best Sport - Touring Tyre right now?

[Rumpole of the Bailey]

My bike came with BT 20's as standard and they squared off pretty radically. As I ride from Lorne to Geelong a lot (Great Ocean Road), I need a tyre that handles the corners and stays warm. Having said that, I do some highway miles as well.
Bt 20's did 14,000 km

I decided to replace with the BT 21's as they are dual compound. However, they are squaring off consideribly at 7,000km and I think I will go with the Michelins next.

Why did Bridgestone bring out the BT 23's so soon after the Bt 21's and claim 30% more wear?

I paid $500 + for the 21's and I am not happy the new tyre is claimed to last longer.
Not happy indeed!

AND when this consumer isn't happy, he changes brands.
For ever!

Marketers, how I love to sue them!

Rumpole
:rockon:

 

[Wolfman]

My bike came with BT 20's as standard and they squared off pretty radically. As I ride from Lorne to Geelong a lot (Great Ocean Road), I need a tyre that handles the corners and stays warm. Having said that, I do some highway miles as well.
Bt 20's did 14,000 km

I decided to replace with the BT 21's as they are dual compound. However, they are squaring off consideribly at 7,000km and I think I will go with the Michelins next.

Why did Bridgestone bring out the BT 23's so soon after the Bt 21's and claim 30% more wear?

I paid $500 + for the 21's and I am not happy the new tyre is claimed to last longer.
Not happy indeed!

AND when this consumer isn't happy, he changes brands.
For ever!

Marketers, how I love to sue them!

Rumpole
:rockon:

The Michelins are a top tyre...when you can get em!

:thumbup:

 

[nextfriday]

every st tire is the best. didnt you know? according to manufacturers.
remember all tires have weaknesses, its up to you to exploit that weakness and find out what works for your style of riding. I like the wider profiles of the older battlaxe versions (020,021) versus the new taller profiles you're seeing everyone follow each other around with currently.

 

[discgolfdude]

Michelin Motorcycle Tires

According to this web site, these are good for wet and dry. Are these the same as the pilot road 2ct's?

 

[ozzieboy]

That is a Pilot Road 2CT:thumbup:. I've had pegs scraping on wet roads with those on my FZ6. Wear well, and have a respectable amount of grip. Don't push 'em too hard on cold roads though.

 

[Wolfman]

That is a Pilot Road 2CT:thumbup:. I've had pegs scraping on wet roads with those on my FZ6. Wear well, and have a respectable amount of grip. Don't push 'em too hard on cold roads though.

Yes i will vouch for this, definitely peg scraping action is acvhievable with the pilot road 2ct's...best tyre i have ever ridden on in the wet in fact...by a fair distance...

:thumbup:

 

[rpereira]

Reading the latest Aus Road Rider it reckons in 2009 MCN and in Germany the Metz Z6 was voted the best ...

 

[Wolfman]

Reading the latest Aus Road Rider it reckons in 2009 MCN and in Germany the Metz Z6 was voted the best ...

This is why i am interested to hear what the Z8's are like...seeing as they are the newer version of the same tyre...i think?

:thumbup:

 

[Humperdinkel]

This is why i am interested to hear what the Z8's are like...seeing as they are the newer version of the same tyre...i think?

:thumbup:

Try them mate , you wont be disappointed :thumbup: Verdict.... Impressive from start to finish
Metzeler Roadtec Interact Z8: first MCN test - | Motorbike Tyres | Motorcycle Tyre Reviews | Tyre Advice | MCN

 

[rpereira]

Thanks for that that Hump. Any where you can get a price for them online ? Wondering how much they cost over here. Haven't rang up any local shops yet just curious to see how they compare to the Diablos.

 

[Wolfman]

Thanks for that that Hump. Any where you can get a price for them online ? Wondering how much they cost over here. Haven't rang up any local shops yet just curious to see how they compare to the Diablos.

Just found out that these tyres are not so easy to get in South Australia...will have to order them in, if i am to try them, which aint a big issue, as i dont need em just yet!

Would like to know an Aussie price as well.

:thumbup:

 

[FB400]

I've been waiting a while to hear what reports come back with actual mileage on the BT023. Many people seem to like them although the PR2 CT seems like the hands down favorite. I may be able to finish out the season on the stock 020's but hey - I've been riding a bunch and at 7300 miles the front tire is starting to look marginal.

I found a thread on another site where guys are running the 023's on heavier sport touring bikes with nice results. It's a good, long read.. I think it is up to 18+ pages.

btw, these guys are kinda fond of the longevity of the 020.

Tire Review Bridgestone BT-023 - Page 3 - ST-Owners.com Forums

 

[Humperdinkel]

Thanks for that that Hump. Any where you can get a price for them online ? Wondering how much they cost over here. Haven't rang up any local shops yet just curious to see how they compare to the Diablos.

Just found out that these tyres are not so easy to get in South Australia...will have to order them in, if i am to try them, which aint a big issue, as i dont need em just yet!

Would like to know an Aussie price as well.

:thumbup:

Im running the Z6 Interacts & mine only cost me $350 a set fitted :thumbup:

List of Adelaide stockists for you Jamie

ADELAIDE BMW MOTORCYCLES
38 Walsh St
The Barton, SA, 5001

Phone: 08 8234 1109
Fax: 08 8212 2818
Email: [email protected]
Website: Adelaide BMW Motorcycles


GC MOTORCYCLES (Melrose Park)
947 South Rd
Melrose Park, SA, 5039

Phone: 08 8371 4699
Fax: 08 8371 4677
Email: [email protected]


GC MOTORCYCLES (Prospect)
122 Main North Road
Prospect, SA, 5082

Phone: 08 8344 7888
Fax: 08 8344 8154
Email: [email protected]
Website: Home: GC Motorcycles - The Tyre Fitting Specialists - Don'tSlipGrip


PETER STEVENS MOTORCYCLES (Adelaide)
221 Franklin St
Adelaide, SA, 5000

Phone: 08 8212 1494
Fax: 08 8212 7472
Website: http://www.peterstevensmotorcycles.com.au


PETER STEVENS MOTORCYCLES (Morphett Vale)
218 Main Sth Rd
Morphett Vale, SA, 5162

Phone: 08 8384 1155
Fax: 08 8384 7833
Website: http://www.peterstevensmotorcycles.com.au


TOTAL MOTORCYCLES
Unit 1A 8 Jay St
Pooraka, SA, 5095

Phone: 08 8262 8335
Fax: 08 8260 5931


TWO WHEEL RECYCLERS
6 Samuel St
Hackham, SA, 5163

Phone: 08 8326 8999
Fax: 08 8326 2622
Email: [email protected]

 

[Humperdinkel]

Thanks for that that Hump. Any where you can get a price for them online ? Wondering how much they cost over here. Haven't rang up any local shops yet just curious to see how they compare to the Diablos.

And all the Perth stockists for you too

AUTO CLASSIC BMW
48 Burswood Rd
Victoria Park, WA, 6100

Phone: 08 9311 7533


BIKE DOCTOR & BIKE TYRE CITY
64 Scarborough Beach Rd
North Perth, WA, 6006

Phone: 08 9443 2122
Fax: 08 9242 2451
Email: [email protected]
Website: Bike Tyre City & Bike Doctor North Perth (08) 9443 2122


FRASER MOTORCYCLES (Perth)
47 Walter Rd
Morley, WA, 6062

Phone: 08 9370 4443
Fax: 08 9370 5663
Website: Fraser Motorcycles - Harley-davidson - Ducati - BMW - Yamaha - Honda


MOTORCYCLE PIT STOP
29 Angove Street
North Perth, WA, 6006

Phone: 08 9328 7766
Fax: 08 9227 6088
Email: [email protected]


MUNICH MOTORCYCLES
Unit 5&6, 9 Hayden Crt
Myaree, WA, 6154

Phone: 08 9317 3317
Fax: 08 9317 3359
Email: [email protected]


TYRES FOR BIKES (Perth)
621 Albany Hwy
Victoria Park, WA, 6100

Phone: 08 9362 6262
Fax: 08 9472 1251
Email: [email protected]
Website: http://www.tryresforbikes.com.au

 

[Wolfman]

I tell you what humpy, when I have bought my tyres, I will let you know, so you will now to expect your commission to come through from Metzeler!

But seriously, cheers for all that info...just made my day that little bit easier tomorrow!

 

[necrotimus]

PR2's with the disclaimer that I am not an agressive rider and don't ride my tires to the edges. I ride year round rain or shine and took them through the dragon in the wet. Last set had over 22,000 miles on them and still had tread left.

For commuting there isn't a better value tire, period.

 

[Wolfman]

PR2's with the disclaimer that I am not an agressive rider and don't ride my tires to the edges. I ride year round rain or shine and took them through the dragon in the wet. Last set had over 22,000 miles on them and still had tread left.

For commuting there isn't a better value tire, period.

I got 10000km's out of a set of PR2's, and i rode the wheels off the thing! Was majorly impressed...the front did end up a bit shabby,with a bit of "scalloping at the edges of the tyre, but the rear kept it's proper shape right till the bitter end!, even with a fair bit of straight road touring thrown in amongst that 10000km's. I used every bit of those tyres, and never once had a moment...in fact the only tyres i have found to work a lot better in the dry, is the super sticky Bridgestone BT003RS's...and your lucky to get 4000km's out of one of those! As for the wet, never had another tyre that comes close to the PR2's in the wet...just brilliant!

:thumbup:

 

[Humperdinkel]

I tell you what humpy, when I have bought my tyres, I will let you know, so you will now to expect your commission to come through from Metzeler!

But seriously, cheers for all that info...just made my day that little bit easier tomorrow!

Sweet , a spotters fee They really are that good :thumbup:

 

[rpereira]

Thanks for that Humps Post your quoted prices in here Wolf ;P

Hmmm rang up BMW .. "We only do BMWs!" - how useless is that ? Second call ... Z8s are not available .... No idea when they will come out ... $218 for the front and $305 for the rear !! OUCH! - sorry that is for the Z6's

 

[Humperdinkel]

Thanks for that Humps Post your quoted prices in here Wolf ;P

Hmmm rang up BMW .. "We only do BMWs!" - how useless is that ? Second call ... Z8s are not available .... No idea when they will come out ... $218 for the front and $305 for the rear !! OUCH! - sorry that is for the Z6's

Typical BMW dealer response :shakehead: as for the price they are trying to rape you :spank: :spank: $353 a pair (Z6's) fitted for me here in QLD , $230 rear & $123 front :thumbup:

I was thinking you would be struggling to find the Z8's in Oz as they are only just releaseing them in Europe... Z6's are the go in Oz for sport touring or the Z5's if you want more sport than touring