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« on: July 28, 2015, 05:22:50 PM » |
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 Just FYI Bought this Valk with 8770 miles this spring with new Bridgestones the PO had installed. 4900 miles and the rear is finished. I ride solo. It sure disappeared in a hurry the last week. Front may last another 2 or 3000. Avons will go on again next week. This is my third Valk. I Always get between 10-12 K miles on the rear. 42 psi in the rear and front Warren |
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« Reply #1 on: July 28, 2015, 06:10:56 PM » |
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Had a similar experience last year with a Bridgestone. Got about 5k out of it  |
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gordonv
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« Reply #2 on: July 28, 2015, 06:20:44 PM » |
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First concern is why are you riding a mc with at least 12 year old tires, or as much as 18 years?
You didn't post what year bike.
Current train of thought is 5 years. I would go longer, but no matter what my or may not be your problem, buy new tires and move on. See what your next choice of tires give you.
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« Reply #3 on: July 28, 2015, 07:01:58 PM » |
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Longrider:
You may want to try the Metzeler 888 this round. Mine are outlasting and performing better than my previous Avons.
Lyle...
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« Reply #4 on: July 28, 2015, 07:30:10 PM » |
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I only got 7k out of one. I would try to get another 500-1k out of that unless I was going on a trip. (But I'm a cheap bastard). Fronts were better, think I got 11-12 out of them.
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« Reply #5 on: July 28, 2015, 08:23:58 PM » |
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First concern is why are you riding a mc with at least 12 year old tires, or as much as 18 years?
You didn't post what year bike.
Current train of thought is 5 years. I would go longer, but no matter what my or may not be your problem, buy new tires and move on. See what your next choice of tires give you.
I think he said the PO had installed new tires this spring. You know they aren't original, as the bike came with Dunlops. |
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« Reply #6 on: July 28, 2015, 08:57:08 PM » |
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I only got 7k out of one. I would try to get another 500-1k out of that unless I was going on a trip. (But I'm a cheap bastard). Fronts were better, think I got 11-12 out of them.
They were installed new this last March. I'll be riding it for the next week. . should have another 800 or 1000 on before the Avons arrive. It'll be skinny by then Warren |
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« Reply #7 on: July 29, 2015, 02:01:13 AM » |
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Do you use the same air pressure gauge when checking your pressure?
Maybe your reading a little high.
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« Reply #8 on: July 29, 2015, 06:35:20 AM » |
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I normally use the one I carry in the bike but I used a different gauge to check it a couple of days ago from my tire changing parts drawer and it read the same as my electronic. I do change out my own tires with a Harbor freight that I modified. This is one of the cushions I made to secure the rim  |
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« Reply #9 on: July 29, 2015, 04:52:23 PM » |
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I missed that they where not original, and the statement that the PO changed them out.
How about heat? I know my front tire was worn a LOT quicker than I expected on my drive to Inzane and back. Had that 93' heat in the Columbia Basin, and even all the way to SD was hotter than I liked. I left figuring I had 5K miles left on the front tire, and got back with maybe 300 miles left.
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« Reply #10 on: July 29, 2015, 04:59:31 PM » |
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Gordonv
The heat here most likely contributed to the wear no doubt.. Still, the Cobras are going on yet this week.
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« Reply #11 on: July 29, 2015, 07:09:03 PM » |
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I normally use the one I carry in the bike but I used a different gauge to check it a couple of days ago from my tire changing parts drawer and it read the same as my electronic. I do change out my own tires with a Harbor freight that I modified. This is one of the cushions I made to secure the rim Can you explain a little more what you've got going on there? I've got a Harbor Freight also, and anything that'll make it easier I'm open to!  |
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« Reply #12 on: July 29, 2015, 07:31:38 PM » |
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I only got 7k out of one. I would try to get another 500-1k out of that unless I was going on a trip. (But I'm a cheap bastard). Fronts were better, think I got 11-12 out of them.
They were installed new this last March. I'll be riding it for the next week. . should have another 800 or 1000 on before the Avons arrive. It'll be skinny by then Warren Keep a close eye on that tire. I squeezed a few more miles from this one than I should have.  |
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« Reply #13 on: July 29, 2015, 09:25:45 PM » |
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I normally use the one I carry in the bike but I used a different gauge to check it a couple of days ago from my tire changing parts drawer and it read the same as my electronic. I do change out my own tires with a Harbor freight that I modified. This is one of the cushions I made to secure the rim Can you explain a little more what you've got going on there? I've got a Harbor Freight also, and anything that'll make it easier I'm open to! I'm not sure how anyone could use the harbor freight changer the way it comes when it's bought. It would eat up the rims. I modified the remaining two arms so that they all are adjustable and also modified the ends to hold the rim securely with no damage. Just thought I'd show how one looked. I also use the NOMAR tire bar. |
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« Reply #14 on: August 01, 2015, 06:43:33 AM » |
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I'm not sure how anyone could use the harbor freight changer the way it comes when it's bought. It would eat up the rims. I modified the remaining two arms so that they all are adjustable and also modified the ends to hold the rim securely with no damage. Just thought I'd show how one looked. I also use the NOMAR tire bar.
Would you mind taking a few pics of your modified remaining 2 arms? Thanks! |
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