R1200RS + R1250RS Forum
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Fri Aug 17, 2018 5:47 pm (Last edited: Fri Aug 17, 2018 5:49 pm)
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I just hit the 10000 kms mark on my 2018, did my service and looking at the Michelin PR4 that went pretty fast comparing to my last set that lasted to 19000kms on my 2017. Very hot summer , temp in the mid 30 C for 6 weeks in a row I am sure contribute to faster wear. I am looking at a deal for a set of Avon Storm 3D X-M for about $320 plus taxes. I was satisfied with the Michelin but I would like to try another brand, hoping that I can get as much or better mileage with the Avon. K100RS 1986 |
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Zitat von albrown im Beitrag #1 I'm a big Avon fan. I used the Storm 2 on my Tracer and I have the 3D on my RS. Fitted last autumn after my trip to France at 7520 miles. Done about 4000 miles and will do my September trip to Spain on them (taking the ferry from UK to Spain so mileage won't be huge). I like them. They were fine over the winter in cold & wet conditions and handle well in mountain terrain in Wales and the Harz & Eifel in Germany. The factory is not far from me and my local tyre dealer seems to get a good price at £180 including fitting the tyres to the bike. PR4/Roadtec 01 are £260 or more. I will certainly use them again if that price is maintained. |
Zitat von albrown im Beitrag #1 I have just fitted Michelin road5's, I will see how they go. On the last forum there was some threads regarding PR4's life used in hot climates, if I remember correctly either a member or a person from Mich mentioned that the Pilot 4 was not recommended for Spain etc, and on tour with pillion and baggage to raise rear tyre a few pounds to reduce heat in tyre and keep the second compound from running on the road while straight up. Ged Ged
2017 RS grey/white/red.
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I am very happy with the Dunlop RS3's that I installed on my bike 3K miles ago. So far they are handling great and wear isn't obvious yet. As far as handling and dry traction goes, I think they are superior to the Z8 tires that came on my bike originally. Plus, they are a little less expensive.
Current motorcycle collection: 2002 Yamaha FZ1; 2005 Triumph Bonneville T-100; 2011 Royal Enfield Bullet 500; 2009 BMW F650GS; 2016 BMW R1200RS; 2011 Zero S 16.6 kWh
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On the previous site, the comments on Dunlop RS3 were positive. I am just wondering about life span of this model. I would like to get at least 14,000 kms out of a set. I was expecting that from Michelin but it did not happen this season. At 10,000kms, my front is cupping badly and the rear is already square, getting unsafe in the curves. I need to decide this week between Avon or Dunlop, first week of September, I am heading to Nova Scotia to ride the Cabot Trail. K100RS 1986 |
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