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BradValk48237
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« on: January 09, 2011, 06:20:58 PM » |
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Hey All,
Have read most of the old posts, but I know things change.....
I am looking for a new rear for my 2000 I/S.....
I am only looking for a MC tire.... (not starting a conversation/argument here.... Darkside rules! just not in my garage..lol!)
What's the best overall deal you guys have seen recently??????
I just need the tire... will be puling it to do splines and shaft myself.. have a shop to mount it.
Thanks in advance for any help!
Brad
thanks in advance for any help
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Westsider
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« Reply #1 on: January 09, 2011, 06:47:32 PM » |
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im going to a 200 series next tire change ,,,will fit no problems....i think almost same price as the 180..
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we'll be there when we get there - Valkless,, on lookout....
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« Reply #3 on: January 09, 2011, 06:51:53 PM » |
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I still have a full deck.
I just shuffle slower ...
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« Reply #4 on: January 10, 2011, 07:42:41 AM » |
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Check out motorcycle-superstore.com
they are having a sale right now..
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Westsider
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« Reply #5 on: January 10, 2011, 12:48:56 PM » |
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we'll be there when we get there - Valkless,, on lookout....
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #6 on: January 10, 2011, 01:25:43 PM » |
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So there is no problem running a 200???? My bike is stock and have replaced the rear bushings.
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« Reply #7 on: January 10, 2011, 02:07:48 PM » |
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200s are tight but fit easily.
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« Reply #8 on: January 10, 2011, 04:48:20 PM » |
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Just replaced front and rear. I had Avon Venom`s on they were great. Went back with Avon cobra`s . I Ride alot of curves and they perform better than any tire i have had. Direct line .com worth every penny.
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #9 on: January 11, 2011, 07:18:17 AM » |
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How do the Cobras wear and last?
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« Reply #10 on: January 11, 2011, 07:34:43 AM » |
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fudgie
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« Reply #11 on: January 11, 2011, 08:33:42 AM » |
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You may have to do the nut cage if you go to 200mm. Depends on your weight and if you ride 2 -up. 2 up is a definite unless she weighs 100 lbs.
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Jay
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« Reply #12 on: January 11, 2011, 01:07:03 PM » |
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You may have to do the nut cage if you go to 200mm. Depends on your weight and if you ride 2 -up. 2 up is a definite unless she weighs 100 lbs.
You are correct, Sir. I did not on the first tire and had slight rubbing on the left side. Did the nut job while installing the next tire. |
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« Reply #13 on: January 11, 2011, 01:08:06 PM » |
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Correction, RIGHT side.
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #15 on: January 11, 2011, 02:57:04 PM » |
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Bout 235 here and seldom run 2 up... but most likely go with the 180.
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« Reply #16 on: January 11, 2011, 03:31:17 PM » |
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I've heard/read comments about poor mileage (tire, not fuel) from the Bridgestone Battleaxe 200s. Avon makes a 200 also but it costs more. Anyone have experience with either tire. I'm thinking about trying a 200.
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fudgie
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« Reply #17 on: January 11, 2011, 06:20:05 PM » |
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I've heard/read comments about poor mileage (tire, not fuel) from the Bridgestone Battleaxe 200s. Avon makes a 200 also but it costs more. Anyone have experience with either tire. I'm thinking about trying a 200.
I liked my 200 Metzler. Traction was better. Never went back to a 180. Now it does leave a wider flat spot when it wears. I usually got 15k out of my rear. |
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« Reply #18 on: January 11, 2011, 07:38:48 PM » |
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I weigh 330 and I run the 200. I can not say how much my wife weighs in at ( I know better ) and we ride 2 up and I have never had any rubbing troubles. Go with the 200 nut mod or not.
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« Reply #19 on: January 12, 2011, 03:09:54 AM » |
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+1...That's my all time favorite riding/handling tire I've tried on my Valkyrie. I was never able to get more than 9-10k out of it. That's ok with me, spline time anyway. I will be going back IF I can ever show any signs of wear on my current CT. Looks good too, fills out that rear fender  |
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« Reply #20 on: January 12, 2011, 08:54:43 AM » |
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The best deal I got was from Jake Wilson last winter. The tires seem to be cheaper in winter months, than in summer or riding season. I bought both E3's and Avon Cobras.
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #21 on: January 12, 2011, 06:16:29 PM » |
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Tundra....
did you do the nutcage mod or are you stock with the 200?
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« Reply #22 on: January 12, 2011, 11:52:24 PM » |
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i see these posts and ??? I have a new Avon Cobra 180 rear tire in garage for several months to replace my current Dunlop (front Avon for E-3 replaced a couple months ago and like it). Why go to 200 when OEM is 180? Not a darkside v. MC tire question, but what is advantage/disadvantage if any between 180/200. I like handling with current tires so why go to larger rear??  |
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Tundra
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« Reply #23 on: January 13, 2011, 03:05:48 AM » |
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Tundra....
did you do the nutcage mod or are you stock with the 200?
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I did the nutcage mod. Just because I was already in there and didn't want to have to come back and do it again. I don't think it was needed for me, but will never know? Several others I ride with did not need to do the nutcage. But then again I needed to shim my fender when I went to a CT. They did not need to? I guess the bikes can differ slightly. |
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« Reply #24 on: January 14, 2011, 05:00:26 AM » |
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i see these posts and ??? I have a new Avon Cobra 180 rear tire in garage for several months to replace my current Dunlop (front Avon for E-3 replaced a couple months ago and like it). Why go to 200 when OEM is 180? Not a darkside v. MC tire question, but what is advantage/disadvantage if any between 180/200. I like handling with current tires so why go to larger rear?? Cause it fits!  I had better traction on the street and off road. Going up a muddy slope at camp was a breeze with the 200. For me it was the looks and traction. |
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« Reply #25 on: January 14, 2011, 06:26:17 PM » |
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show us a pic of the 200 please. i am curious.
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« Reply #26 on: January 15, 2011, 05:54:48 AM » |
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My bike came with the Avon Venoms, I switched it to a Metz in front and a Bridgestone Battalax in back... can't complain about grip on either end... The Venoms were great until they got down to the wearbars... then they were downright scary. It felt like my front end was going to wash everytime I went around a corner, even when it was bone dry on good pavement. We'll see what the Metz does...
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« Reply #27 on: January 15, 2011, 12:48:23 PM » |
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How do the Cobras wear and last?
I usually get Cobras, I like them fine. Wanted to try something different, got Metzlers last time, they aren't wearing as well, other than that I like them fine too... I have a new rear Cobra ready to be installed, a bucket upgrade, some X-tra large zip ties and some new tire irons, will have pictures as soon as I get a chance to ride a few hundred more miles on the Metzler and a non-frosty day to pull the wheel (I do maintenance outside)...  -Mike |
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« Reply #28 on: January 17, 2011, 12:00:18 AM » |
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Be sure to check out Jake Wilson - they often have the best price. http://www.jakewilson.com/I'm running the 200 Cobra on the back - 2nd time now. When I replaced the completely worn out old one - there was no difference in feel with the new 200. That has never happened to me before - with 180 tires. It's clear to me, the new 200 has a contact point that's about the same as a worn 200, even with a flat spot. Here's my 200 Cobra - actually the first one, I recently replaced. BTW, I installed ride-on in the new tire, after punching a big hole in the new tire and the patch-plug was leaking. Now the ride is really smooth. I'll be using ride-on from now on. It dynamically balances, same as dyna beads.  |
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #29 on: January 17, 2011, 08:49:33 AM » |
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Mark, did you do the nut cage mod?
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« Reply #30 on: January 17, 2011, 11:30:18 AM » |
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Yes but not for this tire. I tried out the darkside before this tire, and that's when I did the mod. Can't say if it would be necessary for this tire. And there are variances between bikes from what I've read, so my experience might not apply to your bike anyway. Really, it's no big deal. Even if you have to do it, it's only once and very easy to do with basic tools. I'd say a Dremel with a fiber-reinforced steel cutoff wheel and perhaps a flex drive attachment would be ideal. I'm sure many other tools could be used as well.
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BradValk48237
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« Reply #31 on: January 17, 2011, 02:27:09 PM » |
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Well, I don't really want to do the Mod because I have to remove those screws quite ofter as I have an interstate and run Super Valk most of the time, but if going on a long trip I add the trunk and the IS seat. I have the solo seat rail and a standard seat that has to come off along with a fender cover, so I have to take those screws out like once a month. So Id hate to get the tire on and find out I have to get another tire..... However I do like the idea of the bigger tire!!!!!!
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« Reply #32 on: January 17, 2011, 04:32:25 PM » |
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I can reach my nut by reaching under the fender. Its not to bad, I tighten it every spring as a double check.
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« Reply #33 on: January 17, 2011, 06:43:27 PM » |
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Fudgie... Is that your name for it...Fender? I used to call mine "Oscar"..... but my GF called it something else... Once a year??? Usually adjust mine several times a day.... Sorry you have only one.... I'd better stop now.........  B |
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