RE: Z8....opinions? - 3

Zitat von albrown im Beitrag #30

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A new version of the Dunlop his going to be release soon, RS lV. I will sure give it a try.

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I’ve used multiple sets of Z8s and got long mileage and good handling/steering. Like other Metzlers, I replace them before they get too worn. I’ll probably try the Roadsmarts next...they seem to be a good value.

Roadsmart IV still not available here in the UK. Not sure why.

Chris

Wessie,

Thanks. They are on my shortlist for a new set after the winter:

T31
Roadtec 01
Roadsmart IV

With 7,800 miles on the clock I have plenty of tread left on the rear which was brand new when I purchased at 4,500 miles (!) but only about 1k of life left in the front. Might plump for a Roadtec 01 on the front only and then catch up with the same on the rear before a European trip especially if Roadsmart IVs are not available in the UK. No way am I getting them fitted abroad. I trust my local tyre fitter to do a good job. Nobody else save in an emergency.

Chris

I was at the wear bars on the front Z8 just under 3k miles....... I am coming from an Aprilia Tuono tho....

Loving the Road 5's, especially in the wet

Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #36

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.... Anyway, bin that list and get some Avon Storm 3D.

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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #39

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Zitat von PlacidoD im Beitrag #38

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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #36

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.... Anyway, bin that list and get some Avon Storm 3D.

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They certainly seem good value.

Chris

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and very good, whether riding in Spain at 35C, in a Cotswold thunderstorm or sub zero commute. Last 7500-8500 miles. On my 2nd set after original Z8.

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Zitat von wessie im Beitrag #39

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and very good, whether riding in Spain at 35C, in a Cotswold thunderstorm or sub zero commute. Last 7500-8500 miles. On my 2nd set after original Z8.

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I was a bit disappointed when I picked up the new bike a couple of months ago, it came with Michelin PR4s. I would have much preferred Z8s having been a Metzeler fan for many years. The last new BMW that I bought was a K1200GT in 2004 and I think that had Z4s on which I liked. My Ducati 848 had M7RRs which were great for that bike.
I guess I will get Z8s when I do the first tyre change.

first ride on my "new" R1250RS?, I was disappointed that I had to really counter steer to hold a line in corners, and the initial turn-in was not easy . Felt a bit like about 5-10 psi short in the front tyre, but my dash tells me all is hunky dory.
A bit more riding , a bit more heat in the tyres ,it was only 7C , I realise that it is really only on left handers that I am struggling ( too strong a word really).
Suddenly remember very similar symptoms with part worn tyres on my Aprilia Falco, also on Metzelers (M7 sports , I think ).
My RS has 4500 kms , and I guess is on the original tyres. So tyre change coming up , hoping whatever I fit doesn't do the same after so few kms.
Just posting this to know if anybody else out there has experienced this sort of thing ?

cheers all

Zitat von POODLE im Beitrag #44

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first ride on my "new" R1250RS?, I was disappointed that I had to really counter steer to hold a line in corners, and the initial turn-in was not easy . Felt a bit like about 5-10 psi short in the front tyre, but my dash tells me all is hunky dory.
A bit more riding , a bit more heat in the tyres ,it was only 7C , I realise that it is really only on left handers that I am struggling ( too strong a word really).
Suddenly remember very similar symptoms with part worn tyres on my Aprilia Falco, also on Metzelers (M7 sports , I think ).
My RS has 4500 kms , and I guess is on the original tyres. So tyre change coming up , hoping whatever I fit doesn't do the same after so few kms.
Just posting this to know if anybody else out there has experienced this sort of thing ?

cheers all

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