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Fuzzy (Louisiana)
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« on: June 02, 2009, 09:43:26 AM » |
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 I know that most of you don't trailer your bike, but this time it has to be for me. Anyway, I would like opinions on trailer tires for a utility trailer. It now has ST205/75/D15's. This is a Bias tire. The question is, would you go back with a Bias tire or a radial tire?  And what brand? Thanks in advance, Mark Fuzzy (Louisiana)
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Jabba
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« Reply #1 on: June 02, 2009, 09:48:44 AM » |
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I spend the extra $$ to ut tires DESIGNED for TRAILER use on my trailers.
They live a lot longer under severe duty, and I always seem to push a trailer at least TO it's designed duty rating, if not past a little.
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« Reply #2 on: June 02, 2009, 10:53:59 AM » |
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well....I AM .....a Trailer Queen.....and have many reasons to do so....most of the time. I won't go into all the MANY reasons here...........
But i will say, as one who trailers....MANY TIMES A YEAR....thousands of miles....I'd make sure I put tires on my trailer that are worthy of all those miles...and worthy of supporting your fine bike!!!
Many trailers come with what looks like old or used tires...from day one. at least many utility trailers do....
Bottom line, the last thing i want to have to worry about on a long trip...is my trailer or trailer tires! As for brand, i don't have a brand i recommend....that debate would PROBABLY be like debating motorcycle tires...you'd hear many opinions! I'm just saying, buy a quality tire...and check the pressures/tread EACH time you use it.
i know........common sense stuff..........but best i can recommend........
I also know on trailers, i'd never own anything but DUAL axle....due to the stability. I've had a tire go flat on my trailer twice on long trips. I have one of those hard platic "mini" ramps that i just QUICKLY and EASILY drive the good tired up on to support the trailer....change tires...and drive away....IN MINUTES.
You do have a GOOD spare too ....i hope? Those two times i've used mine, it was a life saver!!!!!!!!!!
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« Reply #3 on: June 02, 2009, 03:06:36 PM » |
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gotta agree with the others.
Don't skimp and put some old car tires on your trailer-get tires made for the job.
Having a spare is a must-remember to have a lug wrench to fit the trailer by the way, and some kind of jack that will work on a loaded trailer.
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« Reply #4 on: June 02, 2009, 03:28:57 PM » |
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I use radials on mine and they last a long time. The only difference between car and trailer tires is trailer tires are more resistant to ozone damage, and wont deteriorate as fast if it sits a long time. I do a lot of trailering, and usually its multi bikes at a time, so I carry a pretty good load. I also have a spare, and its a good idea to check and pack the trailer wheelbearings every year or two. I use both a tandem axle and a single axle, and think how you tie the bike is more important than how many axles you have.   |
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« Reply #6 on: June 02, 2009, 07:13:29 PM » |
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That is the tire that came on my trailer.............. Good rubber and it will take the speed and the heat generated from running hard....... |
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« Reply #7 on: June 02, 2009, 08:11:08 PM » |
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The only difference between car and trailer tires is trailer tires are more resistant to ozone damage, and wont deteriorate as fast if it sits a long time.
Trailer tires and car tires are not interchangeable. Trailer tires usually are at least 6 ply rated and have a special sidewall reinforcement made to with stand side slipping. When you maneuver a trailer with tandem axles the tires do a lot of side slipping. Car tires are very resistant to this and try to grab the pavement. Trailer tires are designed to slide or skid across the pavement. I like the Goodyear marathon as well but they have moved the production of this tire to China so it may be different than it used to be. I think the Titan tires are still made in the USA. |
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Fuzzy (Louisiana)
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« Reply #8 on: June 03, 2009, 08:55:27 PM » |
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Thanks to all. I have decided to go with the raidial tires due to the responses of you guys. Will put a set on tomorrow.  Again, thanks for the replies,  Fuzzy (Louisiana) Mark |
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