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motorcycle tires? I have a Honda Magna 1100 V65. What brand tires are best? Why?

Where can i find a good price on motorcycle tires? I am looking for a good web site, or online store to get some discount motorcycle tires. I have a 2005 kawasaki 636. Im looking for michelin or dunlop tires. I have priced at the dealership, but its way expensive. All suggestions are welcomed.

How do you change motorcycle tires? How do you change tubeless motorcycle tires and what tools/materials are needed?

How Often do motorcycle tires have to be changed on (average)? I heard they have to be changed about every 6k miles, but that's coming from a friend that doesnt know much about motorcycles. Also, what brand/ type of tires will last the longest on a motorcycle, help please!!!

What should I notice if motorcycle tires have dry rot? What are the main indicators that tell you if a motorcycle tire is unsafe, and still has good tread? There are no cracks in the tires, however they have sat in inside storage for 15 years. What should I look for that would tell me that they are unsafe?

Does anyone know of a good place online to buy motorcycle tires online that will ship to Canada? I'm looking to buy some metzler M3 sport bike tires for my motorcycle or something comparable. The local dealer wants $350 for the rear tire plus installation. Thats just crazy when I notice online that I can get the tire for 150 in the states but they don't ship to canada. So are there any good online stores that ship to canada? Thanks.

How do I clean motorcycle tires? I would like to clean my motorcycle tires to ensure that I don't loose traction. What should I clean them with. I'm thinking household dishwashing liquid, with a good rinse. This would cut through most things including oil.

How do you read size designation of Motorcycle Tires? When you buy a tire, does every single number of the size have to be matched? For example, when the owner's manual states the size of "120/90-17", can you use 120/90-18"? My parts catalogue doesn't have the size I need. (Which motorcycle parts shop sell tires for low price?) Thank you.

Dangerous to put tire dressing on motorcycle tires? I'm talking about tire shine stuff, like black magic. Being on two narrow tires seems like it might be dangerous to have any oily stuff on the tires. Do they make some kind of tire dressing that is safe on motorcycle tires? I don't even have a motorcycle right now. I'm not asking if I can do it, I'm asking hypothetically. I thought it seemed like a bad idea. But I do see pictures of cycles on ebay where the person has put black magic on the tires.

Motorcycle tires? Hi there, I got a few choices for my Honda CB 900F (919) I wish to know more about how to choose between the following tire choices. STREET Bridgestone BT021 Diablo Strada SPORT MICHELIN Pilot ROAD 2 Thank you

Is there any company out there like tire rack that sells Motorcycle tires? I am looking for inexpensive tires to fit a 1987 Kawasaki kz305 motorcycle and I want to find the cheapest good quality tires. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you

Has anyone tried Kings Motorcycle Tires? I am considering trying Kings motorcycle tires on my 1988 gsx600 katana. The model of tire is kt-9871 and kt-9872. They are around 50 bucks a tire and looks to be a good deal. I am just occationaly riding this bike and commuting sometimes. No race days or any crazy stuff. Do you think I need to have them balanced or just slap them on myself? Thanks. If you know anyother inexpenseve tires that may work for this bike please let me know. Sizes are Front 110/80h 17 Rear 140/80h 17. The Kings tires are a lower profile than what came stock. I cannot go any wider than 150 on the rear according to others on the internet.

What's good for making your motorcycle tires black & shiney?? I'm looking for something to put on my motorcycle tires that will make them look black & shiney. I don't want to use Armor All or Son of a Gun but I know there's something that different people use,so I'm open to all suggestions

How much do motorcycle tires generally cost? Hi, I am a new rider and just got a 2000 yamaha R6. I needed new tires for front and rear fast because i can see thread from the outside already. How much do these tires cost generally? I found from this one moto parts. Also how much will these tires cost to get it change?

How to tell if motorcycle tires are good? This lady I'm buying a bike from doesn't know how to tell if the tires are good, so how can I tell her to check? Is there a method like putting a penny in the tread? Oh and this is the Ladys daughters bike which is why she doesn't know about tires and whatever else.

What are the differences between tubeless motorcycle tires and tires with tubes? can I put new tires on myself, or do i need special equipment?

How Do I check the wear on my motorcycle tires? I have a 2001 Honda RC51. I think i might need new tires well at least a new rear one. The tire still has a good tread pattern. But i've that that is what the tire is supposed to do to ensure performance throughout the life of the tire. So how do i know that the tire is worn and needs repalcing?

What is the best way to break in brand new motorcycle tires? On my 89' Ninja 750, the new rear tire has scared me more than a few times. VERY slippery at first (which I hear is normal) but now I have about 80 miles on it and I still will slip on a decent right turn, for example. On Friday, I was out in 60 degree weather and I turned right, the wheel slipped and my right foot kicked the ground HARD in response and somehow I did not go down. There must be a better, safer way than this to break in the edges of tires? I am not even taking a knee or anything crazy! The tire is OEM fit, Maxxis rear tire. The fit is exactly OEM, if that helps. 150/70 18 inch rear.

How often must you replace motorcycle tires? I'm looking at getting a 2001 ZX-6R or similar (R1, R6 etc). I'd drive mainly locally some highway, but never racing or spinning the tires etc. How often must the tires be replaced? How much does it usually cost? Also, how often must oil be changed and whats the price on that? Thanks!

How do i get my dog to stop urinating on my motorcycle tires? This is a big problem for me since urine is really bad for metal and my motorcycle rims are getting corroded so quickly because of this bad habit of my dog. How can i stop him doing that? Are there any tricks and tips with you all?

Cheapest place to by Motorcycle tires for a 2001 Yamaha Silverado? We have a 2001 Yamaha Silverado and need to order tires. Does anyone know where we can get a great price? Local is too high! If I were outside the USA, I would have posted in that country.

How long does it take for flat spots to develop on motorcycle tires? My SV650 has been in storage since November (in Chicago). I moved it once in December. It's not on a lift, so i'm worried the wheels will develop flat spots. How long do flat spots usually take to develp. If they do, are new tires the only option? It's in a garage, but the door is not always closed, so the garage does get cold.

Where can I find inexpensive motorcycle tires? I need new tires for a '92 Suzuki Katana 600. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

when should I replace my motorcycle tires? I have a Honda Hornet CB 600 F2 and use it only for occasional rides, approximately 1000 miles annually. I am concerned about the tires. Although they look as new, they are getting old. For example, the rear tire manufacturing date shows 1704, that is approx April 2004. After how many years (after manufacturing date) should I replace the tire irrespective of milage?

What should the tire pressure be on my motorcycle tires? I have a 1992 yamaha fzr 600 with sportbike tires on it. bridgestones. How high should they be pumped up? for the record I did try looking for it and couldn't find it, I know how to find it on my car tires, just not on the bike

How long does it take to break in new motorcycle tires ? I just bought a brand new pair of Bridgestone BT-016's for my R6. How many miles will it take for them to break-in ? I've put about 100 miles on them just commutting to/from work but I am trying to go riding on Sunday and hittin up them curves!

How long do motorcycle tires last? I'm thinking about buying a Ninja 250R to save money on fuel costs. I currently drive about 140 miles five days a week. I'm not going to be taking off like a madman nor will I be doing any burnouts.With that being said how long can I expect my tires to last. Thanks, Casey

Is this a decent sell price for Shinko motorcycle tires? I have both front and rear shinko tires on my wrecked bike very lightly used (most nipples still on both tires) The rear is 180/55ZR17 Advance005....The front is 120/70ZR17 Stealth003....I was going to price both for 200. Is this reasonable?

when buying motorcycle tires what number must you follow for a good match? Looking to get a smaller rear than on it now, but not sure which numbers to go by.

How do you seal motorcycle tires or tubeless tire? I have a nail lodged in the tire still and it leaks air when I try to pull it out. I think its a pretty hole too. So how do I seal it and with what?

Is it okay to plug or patch Motorcycle tires? I've been getting alot of different answers from different people on this subject. I have a nail in my rear tire. I have some people saying it's okay to use a plug or patch and others saying I need to buy a new tire. Still others say just Slime it and it'll be fine. The tire is brand new (less than 1000 mi. on it) and I hate to have to buy another one already.

Looking for wholesale motorcycle tires and products?? Does anyone know where to find a wholesaler for motorcycle tires and products?

Where can I find some affordable motorcycle tires? Does anyone know of a good website that I can buy some good, cheap tires for my suzuki bandit GSF1200 1998

Does any body know were to find good motorcycle tires for cheap? Any websites out there? Specifically for a honda 2003 shadow 750.

Where's a good source for low cost motorcycle tires? Looking for reliable sources for low cost motorcycle tires.

Can you buy motorcycle tires with a road hazard warranty for a harley davidson? 2007 FLSTC

What is the best brand of motorcycle tires for my bike? 2006 zx 1400..........

Need advise about Sakura Motorcycle tires? I am being advised to use Sakura tires for my Ninja. These are chinese made tires. I would like to know about the performance, speed rating, etc about Sakura.

should I buy motorcycle remanufactured tires? There are some tomahawk tires on ebay, the company specializes in remanufactured tires. They are 86 dollars, which is great because im on a tight budget. They are x-rayed and stuff. Does anyone have any experience on remanufactured motorcycle tires? thanks

How hard is it to change motorcycle street tires? I need to change both tire and I'm thinking about doing this myself because I've heard bringing it to a shop isn't cheap. They are tubeless tires. and I have looked at a few videos on how to do it. the one from rockymountainatvmc.com looked the best to me. I have tire irons and am planning on buying dyna beads to balance.

where is the best place to buy motorcycle tires? need to get a new tire and was trying to secure a good or very good tire, not a cheap one,, thanks,

Can motorcycle tires cup in as little at 1 month / 300 miles light riding? I recently borrowed a bike and upon return was charged for new tires. They claimed that I cupped them. I rode very little and low speeds.

What is the correct tire pressure on a 180/55 ZR 17 and a 120/70 ZR 17 motorcycle tires??? It's an 06' Yamaha R6

Who sells vintage motorcycle tires? I'm looking for some 3.25x16 and 3.00x16 tires from Coker Tire, but they want $38 to ship them to North Carolina. I think they are smoking pcp. Who else sells vintage motorcycle tires that might not show up on the google? Like goodyear grasshopper type

how do you fix motorcycle tires? any suggestions? i want to know the details

I am from Pune, India, want to purchase motorcycle tires 130/90-16(rear) & 110/90-16 (front) for my Kawasaki.? I am from Pune-India. I am looking for good quality, economical motorcycle tires for my Kawasaki Ninja 500cc 1993 model. The sizes are 130/90-16 (rear) and 110/90-16 (front). Where can I find them? What would be cost?

Mix and Match motorcycle tires? I need to new tires on my motorcycle. I found 2 good deals for the front and rear but they are different brands. Does that matter at all? or should you stick with the same brand front and back? Bikes a 1985 Suzuki Gs450L

What do the numbers on motorcycle tires denote? ? 140/70-17. What do those numbers mean? How is the size/width determined? What's the typical range a rear wheel will mount on a street/tourer? Thanks!

A question about motorcycle tires? I read somewhere that in order to prevent a crash on your motorcycle, you should warm up the tires. I was wondering how you go about doing this.Thank you all. Cheers!

Who's the expert on motorcycle tires? I have an 87 Cbr 600 with a 130/80/17 rear and 110/80/17 front. Most of the tires I can get for the bike are H-rated and in the sport/touring category. Choices are Michelin Pilot Activ, Bridgestone Battlax BT-45,Metzler lasertec and Avon Road Rider which are the only V-rated, and the cheapest for some reason. If anyone has some 1st hand knowledge of any of these tires I would appreciate it. Thanks .

Will my motorcycle tires pass inspection? I have an 01 KLR enduro with no problems. I am going to get it inspected in massachusetts tomorrow and was a little worried about the tires. Because it is an enduro it has dirtbike tires on it and they are a little worn but still have tread. Is there a guideline to judging if they will pass or fail like the penny trick for cars? thanks in advance.

What are the tires used on a Suzuki GS700E motorcycle? What are the tires used on a Suzuki GS700E motorcycle I just got a new .. . well new old motorcycle. 1985 GS700E, I need tires for it but I dont know what kind of tires it uses. Can someone help me out. I have tried searching on the internet, I have looked and gotten a few different answers but I need the right one. Can any one help Thanks!