Re: Tires -- here we go again

2000-11-03 Thread Darren . Kinoshita
I wouldn't be afraid to recommend a set of the Michelin Pilot Sports either. I have been using them on my GTS for awhile now and they seem to wear better than the Dunlop D207's. They seem to be very confidence inspiring and I will probably be getting a set for my other bike as well when the time

Re: Tires -- here we go again

2000-11-01 Thread LUAR01
Heck Buy some bridgestone/firestone tires Ride for 3 hrs at 80mph Have tire separation and kill yourself or... get "pilot sports" Michelins Raul R Garcia [EMAIL PROTECTED]

Tires -- here we go again

2000-11-01 Thread Henry S. Winokur
Ok, now it is my turn. I need tires. I have slightly under 7500 miles on the bike, and the tires, while they don't look threadbare yet are getting there. The bike will be in the shop anyway next week because the Cat is being replaced under warranty, so I thought this might be a good time

Re: Tires

2000-10-24 Thread Michel Bijl
24, 2000 2:16 PM Subject: RE: Tires > Oh, now you've opened a can of worms. :^) I've been VERY impressed with the > Pirelli GTS MTR23/24! Good traction, excellent tread life. I've also heard > good things about the new Bridgestone BT020! Both should give you excellent > re

RE: Tires

2000-10-24 Thread Shawn Pearsall
If you're buying BT020's you have to call Chaparral. $98.10 for the rear with shipping delivered in a few days to the east coast...second set I've ordered from them... SP

RE: Tires

2000-10-24 Thread Hawkins, Kevin
ar. I hated the Michelin 90x on my bike because they ramped WAY too early. Anyway, you can buy tires online at http://www.tiresunlimited.com/ , or http://www.discountmotorcycletire.com/ . Simply go to http://www.yahoo.com and search on "Motorcycle Tires" and don't forget the double quotes

Tires

2000-10-23 Thread Warren Brown
OK guys, the time has come for me to buy a new rear tire. I am currently running a Michelin 90x18/5zr17. Good tire to stay with? Other suggestions? and where is the best place for tires on the net. Warren

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-18 Thread Steve Baglien
ember that XX being in front was right before we had to face the sheriff. :^) "George Paramithas (Personal)" wrote: > Hey yall, the Viking things it was his bad tires that made him lag way > behind, me thinks it's riding skills.or lack off. > > George the Gre

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-18 Thread Steve Baglien
Thanks Man! I'll keep the address and buy from you guys next time. "Thomas H. Keyworth" wrote: > I'm currently working on our new tire site, should be up by next week. We > sell primarily Harley Aftermarket parts, but are expanding into tires for > all bikes. In

RE: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-17 Thread Kevin Harrington
Discount does not apply to tires, but they do have lots of other cool stuff. I always shop price on tires and lots of time ended up @ CA, just not this time and not even if the 10% would have applied... > There is a new bennie for AMA members...the ability > to purchase stuff at > Co

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-16 Thread Louis Tweed
your doing pretty good Shawn. My local dealer wants $200 for the MEZ's (each) plus $19 to install. + tire disposal fee. +tax. Assholes. Does anyone have the inside price for a Yamaha WR400, 2000 model. (ie dealer pricing, and floorplaning costs?) Twigg cycles has a leftover that they want $54

RE: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-16 Thread lakeimagesystems
I just installed a tire locally $30 with taxthey bitched cause I bought the tire at Chapparel ...but at $98.10 DELIVERED! for a BT020 170-60-17...it's hard to explain to the local guys why I won't pay $200 for there tire with "free install" $70 bucks difference is a lot of riding ! Shawn P I

RE: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-16 Thread Henry S. Winokur
> I spent the past couple of day looking for the best deal on tires for > the GTS and Goldwing. I found that Accessory Whorehouse had the best > prices, but when I went to order, they wanted $17 per tire for > shipping. These mail order places seem to play games with that (low

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-15 Thread Kevin Harrington
--- "Thomas H. Keyworth" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: > I'm currently working on our new tire site, should > be up by next week. We > sell primarily Harley Aftermarket parts, but are > expanding into tires for > all bikes. In the meantime, e-mail me what size

beer in the Land of Enchantment (was tires, now fluff)

2000-09-15 Thread pbenson
On Fri, 15 Sep 2000, George Paramithas (Personal) wrote: > PS Anybody in the Albuquerque area that want's to hook up for a beer and a > steak? I'll be there this coming Monday and Tuesday nights. What about it > Phillipos? Uh.New Mexico is a big state. In other words, ABQ is about 230 mil

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-15 Thread George Paramithas (Personal)
Hey yall, the Viking things it was his bad tires that made him lag way behind, me thinks it's riding skills.or lack off. George the Greek made Sven see Valhalla PS Anybody in the Albuquerque area that want's to hook up for a beer and a steak? I'll be there this coming Mon

Re: Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-15 Thread Thomas H. Keyworth
I'm currently working on our new tire site, should be up by next week. We sell primarily Harley Aftermarket parts, but are expanding into tires for all bikes. In the meantime, e-mail me what size and type tire you're looking for and I'll get back to you w/ a price... oh, and

Tires -- where to buy (a plug)

2000-09-15 Thread Steve Baglien
I spent the past couple of day looking for the best deal on tires for the GTS and Goldwing. I found that Accessory Whorehouse had the best prices, but when I went to order, they wanted $17 per tire for shipping. These mail order places seem to play games with that (low price/high shipping cost

Re: Web sites for tires

2000-08-22 Thread gtsbiker
Best Buy has bike tires? Bob Taylor - Original Message - From: "Kevin Harrington" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Multiple recipients of list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, August 21, 2000 4:37 PM Subject: Re: Web sites for tires > snip I ju

Re: Web sites for tires

2000-08-21 Thread Adam Altman
Just got a set of MTR 23/24 and the best price was motorcycle acessory wherehouse (accwhse.com???), where there were even cheaper than the BT57s. I'll email you my research spreadsheet. However, since I wanted them soon, I went to Dennis Kirk which is really close, where they will always match a

Re: Web sites for tires

2000-08-21 Thread Bobgts2
In a message dated 8/21/2000 2:15:36 PM Pacific Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > What companies has anyone used and liked for price and service? > I have always used Chaparral. They will tell you if they have the tire in stock, usually ship it out right away and dont add a insuranc

Re: Web sites for tires

2000-08-21 Thread Andy Perry
I've used www.tiresunlimited.com several times & have been very satisfied. - Original Message - From: <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To: "Multiple recipients of list" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, August 21, 2000 4:03 PM Subject: Web sites for tires > What c

Re: Web sites for tires

2000-08-21 Thread Kevin Harrington
I like Compacc.com but shop all the big cats for price. Watch the shipping/handling charges as the cheapest price may be tagged with a big handling charge to make up for it. I just tried Yahoo shopping for a car stereo and saved $50 bucks over my local Best Buy but haven't tried it for

Web sites for tires

2000-08-21 Thread RSRBOB
What companies has anyone used and liked for price and service?

RE: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-20 Thread Henry S. Winokur
> Yep. On this one the GTS really does shine. When it came out in 1993, I believe that Motorcyclist Magazine said 60 > 0 in 90 feet. Regards, Henry S. Winokur 94 GTS1000, AMA, MRF, MD/MSF Certified Instructor West Bethesda, MD

flat tires (was Re: Resolution of ABS HU claim)

2000-08-11 Thread pbenson
On Fri, 11 Aug 2000, Andy Perry wrote: > I just replaced my back tire because I had two punctures that occurred the > same day on a two hour ride. What are the chances of that happening? They > both could have happened at the same time, I guess. I plugged the first > hole & the tire kept goi

Re: (Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-09 Thread Michael Weaver
On Wed, 9 Aug 2000, Brandon wrote: > Yes, all is being equal. BUT...as we know, the advancement of textiles > has changed that particular dynamic as we all know. Otherwise, all the > cars at NASCAR would still be using skinny little tires. This discussion > has been around at least o

Re: (Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-08 Thread Brandon
Yes, all is being equal. BUT...as we know, the advancement of textiles has changed that particular dynamic as we all know. Otherwise, all the cars at NASCAR would still be using skinny little tires. This discussion has been around at least once or twice. Do you see Kenny Roberts Jr. riding on a

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-08 Thread Kevin Harrington
inertia) and take longer to > stop. > > Roberto the ostracized. I'll pick on your observation, Roberto. All else being equal, rider mass will NOT affect stopping distance. The more the mass to stop, the more the downforce this mass has and thus increases traction available to stop.

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-08 Thread Roberto Alonso
>From: "Michel Bijl" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > >I have a 120 front. >However I'm not sure how courageous I am in testing the stopping distance. >Would the body mass of the driver be of any influence on the stopping >distance? Yes. A lot. Have someone ride your pillion and you'll notice that distance

RE: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-08 Thread SHAWN PEARSALL
Would the body mass of the driver be of any influence on the stopping distance? Not if he's airborne in front of the bike! Sorry couldn't resist #2

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-08 Thread Michel Bijl
MAIL PROTECTED]> Sent: Monday, August 07, 2000 8:31 PM Subject: Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again) > Eh, might as well jump in on this one! > > It is true, to date, the GTS has the shortest stopping distance of any > bike mass produced. (I suppose that something newer mi

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread Brandon
Eh, might as well jump in on this one! It is true, to date, the GTS has the shortest stopping distance of any bike mass produced. (I suppose that something newer might have reached that limit, but I haven't seen or heard of it.) I also think, IMHO, that the larger (stock size) tire on the front,

RE: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread Welch, Garrett R
Haha. 1. I don't take things personal. I was joking with you. I know my comments tend to get more spirited responses. I will tease you guys/gals from time to time but in is NEVER intended to be personal 2. I did not say the pilots are equal. You are right. If I could ride with myself on differ

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread pbenson
On Mon, 7 Aug 2000, Roberto Alonso wrote: snip here > absolutely NEEDING (different from wanting or liking) the best-gripping tire > IS going too fast. Don't mean to spoil the party, but it happens I got to > learn that the very, very hard way. Yep. Gotta admit I don't push as hard as I used

RE: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread Kevin Hawkins
Yes, there are limitations to a bikes performance, both braking and turning, but a rider's personal limits usually intercede LOOONG before the bike limits are reached. Bottom line, the biggest difference in a bike's performance is usually the rider! Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC [EMAIL PROTEC

Re: dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread Louis Tweed
Yes a GTS can outbrake an R1. I stand by my claim, bring on your R1. :) Dunno about the ZX9 in a corner, I don't seem to be able to keep up with those guys. Everytime I am on a ride that has a couple guys with sport bikes it turns into a race for a few and they leave me and the rest of us that a

dreamy dreamland (was: Fluffing RE: tires again)

2000-08-07 Thread Roberto Alonso
In a previous message, Garrett sez: (sorry, quote marks seemingly went on holyday) What?!?!? Going too fast?? No such thing. To really appreciate the GTS finer qualities you NEED take a 30 MPH (48.28032 KPH) Corner at 60-70 MPH (96.56064-112.6541 KPH) with a slight wash board (ripples in the road

RE: tires again

2000-08-04 Thread Lanouette, Richard
; Behalf Of Welch, Garrett R > Sent: Friday, August 04, 2000 9:31 AM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject: RE: tires again > > > Speaking of tires. A ST1100 friend of mine called Bridgestone > about the number change (BT010 = BT57, Etc...). As they were > cheatin

RE: tires again

2000-08-04 Thread Welch, Garrett R
OOPS that is suppose to "Chatting" > -- > From: Welch, Garrett R[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Reply To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Friday, August 04, 2000 9:31 AM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject: RE: tires again > >

RE: tires again

2000-08-04 Thread Welch, Garrett R
Speaking of tires. A ST1100 friend of mine called Bridgestone about the number change (BT010 = BT57, Etc...). As they were cheating the representative said that he did not have a direct replacement to his tire. "I do not understand?" ST'er said "you said you make the siz

Fluffing RE: tires again

2000-08-04 Thread Welch, Garrett R
>>>>>>>>>>>>>> > -- > From: Roberto Alonso[SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Reply To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > Sent: Friday, August 04, 2000 8:44 AM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject: RE: tires again (Snip) > If you really-really-really need the stickiest tire, then you surely are riding way > too fast for an open road (ooh... I hear the flames stirring already). (snip) > Later, > > Roberto. > > > >

RE: tires again

2000-08-04 Thread Roberto Alonso
, and I've found late-model touring tires are just fine for all-round riding: If you really-really-really need the stickiest tire, then you surely are riding way too fast for an open road (ooh... I hear the flames stirring already). Can't help you yet 'cos I'm still on my secon

Re: tires again

2000-08-03 Thread Kevin Harrington
--- [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: > > snip And, I've grown a bit weary of changing tires > too often, especially > on the back. I got one of those wierd changers and now I love changing tires > > My current tire is a dual-compound Battlax, in an > attempt to cov

RE: tires again

2000-08-03 Thread Kevin Hawkins
ts of list Subject: RE: tires again I have the BT56 on the back, it has about 8k miles and looks like it will go another 8k.

RE: tires again

2000-08-03 Thread Crisler, Jon
and looks like it will go another 8k. -Original Message- From: Louis Tweed [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Thursday, August 03, 2000 11:31 AM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Re: tires again What kind of mileage were you getting, what are you looking to get? I like my MEZ4's

Re: tires again

2000-08-03 Thread Louis Tweed
;ve come to the conclusion that my riding on the GTS is > not really oriented toward hard-edged sport riding--this is my touring > bike. And, I've grown a bit weary of changing tires too often, especially > on the back. > > My current tire is a dual-compound Battlax, in an at

tires again

2000-08-03 Thread pbenson
OK, I know, on this list the "correct" thing to ask is what tire is stickiest. But I've come to the conclusion that my riding on the GTS is not really oriented toward hard-edged sport riding--this is my touring bike. And, I've grown a bit weary of changing tires too ofte

Re: does size matter ? (tires) Grant fluff

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
In a message dated 7/21/00 8:17:03 AM, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: >just how does the BT020 fit your rear anyway? Okay, on my BIKE's rear. Now add the "fluff" to your subject line, Mr. SA.

Re: does size matter ? (tires)

2000-07-21 Thread gsgall
T56's became BT020's? > > I just put a BT020 on my rear after the Azarro went a measely 3,600 miles. (I > do ride a lot of two-up at speed, but still, I'm dissatisfied with that > distance.) The 020 is higher mileage thant he 010 which, at this point, I > figure I n

RE: does size matter ? (tires)

2000-07-21 Thread Crisler, Jon
s now, and looks like it has another 5-6k left. The front D204 130/60 has about 7k miles and is about shot. Most of my riding is cruising at 65-85 on the highway, but when I do get to the twisties or ramps, I tend to accel, corner and brake hard. I used to go with the grippiest and softest tir

Re: does size matter ? (tires)

2000-07-21 Thread RangerJay
e a lot of two-up at speed, but still, I'm dissatisfied with that distance.) The 020 is higher mileage thant he 010 which, at this point, I figure I need. I spend too much on tires for the number of miles I put on this bike. (I haven't quite got a different brand on each bike yet, but I

Re: Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-04 Thread Hugh Hamilton
> > http://gtser.kendra.com/Mods1.htm > > > > One more thing, Check your remote damping canister bracket for the front > > shock absorber which is located on the left side(if you on the bike). Mine > > was stressed cracked completely through and was barely hanging there. I

Re: Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-04 Thread Richard Lanouette
ndra.com/Mods1.htm > > One more thing, Check your remote damping canister bracket for the front > shock absorber which is located on the left side(if you on the bike). Mine > was stressed cracked completely through and was barely hanging there. I only > discovered it when I was get

Re: Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-04 Thread Richard Lanouette
sorber which is located on the left side(if you on the bike). Mine > was stressed cracked completely through and was barely hanging there. I only > discovered it when I was getting a new pair of rubber bands (tires) put on. > > Enjoy, > Garrett Welch > <<<<<<<&l

Re: Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-03 Thread Garrett Welch
rubber bands (tires) put on. Enjoy, Garrett Welch <<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<<< Happiness is the journey, not the destination. AMA#500406 [EMAI

Re: Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-03 Thread Richard Lanouette
ks. > > Grips: > > I use Grab-On superbike foam grips, always have. In fact, I have > never ridden a bike with stock hard rubber grips. > My GTS has no handlebar buzz at any speeds. > > Tires: > I use Dunlop 207's in 120/70 Front at 38 PSI and 180/55 Rear at 42 > P

Heli Bars, Buzz, Grips and Tires

2000-06-03 Thread Hugh Hamilton
better. They provide a better riding position so thats why you want them, not for the looks. Grips: I use Grab-On superbike foam grips, always have. In fact, I have never ridden a bike with stock hard rubber grips. My GTS has no handlebar buzz at any speeds. Tires: I use Dunlop 207's in 1

FW: Tires

2000-05-18 Thread Jason Crowley
Greetings to all. It's been a while during my job change and some travelling to get set up. On a happy note the weather in Calgary is expected to be in the 20s this weekend, high60sF, and my maintenance is complete. I'm working on the mounting rack for the new GIVI bags when I'm not trying t

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-17 Thread Kelly Cash
> > But I find the sidewall too soft for mine- I completely fried a > > brand NEW set of tires in ONE weekend. > Actually, the Bridgestone have the toughest sidewall. Maybe there > wasn't enough air in it ;-) No, it wasn't the sidewalls that went (egad, THAT wo

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-15 Thread Richard Lanouette
Actually, the Bridgestone have the toughest sidewall. Maybe there wasn't enough air in it ;-) Kelly Cash wrote: > > Finally back on line and good to be back... > Welcome back, George! > > > As for tires, BT57s are best for GTS. > Define "Best". They'

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-15 Thread Kelly Cash
> Finally back on line and good to be back... Welcome back, George! > As for tires, BT57s are best for GTS. Define "Best". They're great handling tires, great grip. If they suit your needs best, then they ARE the best. But I find the sidewall too soft for mine- I complete

Tires

2000-05-15 Thread gsgall
Thanks for the info on tires. I went out and purchased a 170/60ZR17 Michelin Macadam 90XR. I wanted a BT57, but it would have taken them to long to get it in. The front is still the 130 and will last this season. We will see how it lasts. It will get a work out this weekend approx 1200 miles

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-15 Thread paramithas
Finally back on line and good to be back on our list after a month from hell with my PC, looks like I got all the bugs out of the system. What did I miss on this hea list anyway? As for tires, BT57s are best for GTS. George is back and meaner then ever

RE: Tires Again

2000-05-15 Thread Henry
> I hope someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but it seems to me that the > size of the contact patch, times the air pressure in the tire, > has to equal > the weight of the bike plus rider. That's the force that holds > the bike up, > assuming the tire sidewalls aren't rigid enough to support th

RE: Tires Again

2000-05-13 Thread Gil Hillman
I hope someone will correct me if I'm wrong, but it seems to me that the size of the contact patch, times the air pressure in the tire, has to equal the weight of the bike plus rider. That's the force that holds the bike up, assuming the tire sidewalls aren't rigid enough to support the bike mu

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-13 Thread Kevin Harrington
friction would be generated on a SMALLER contact patch using the same rubber compound. An Indy car doesn't stick like glue around a corner 'cause of the width of the tires--the compound actually attains an adhesion at race temperatures, it IS glue! It has to be that wide to keep from disint

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-13 Thread wghalley
s the weight per unit area decreases - no net change. Rubber is a little weird in that it can mold itself to a rough surface, essentially increasing the friction force to the shear strength of the rubber - this is partly why soft rubber is "stickier" than hard rubber and why tires work b

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-13 Thread RSRBOB
In a message dated 5/11/00 6:36:52 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Also, I'm no physics guy, but I think a simple increase in tire width, more specifically "contact patch," would make no difference in traction, all else being the same (like coefficient of friction, weig

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-11 Thread bergman
In your message dated: Thu, 11 May 2000 18:17:06 EDT, your pithy ruminations on were: => Grant, D207 120/70/17 up front, 180/55/17 BT56SS in the rear works well. No => real issue in "mixing" brands. Good luck. Stan => My experience (and I've got to order another se

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-11 Thread S. Bodnar
Grant, D207 120/70/17 up front, 180/55/17 BT56SS in the rear works well. No real issue in "mixing" brands. Good luck. Stan -- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To: Multiple recipients of list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: Tires Again > Date: Wednesday, May 10,

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-11 Thread Kevin Harrington
t; would make no difference in traction, all else being the same (like coefficient of friction, weight of bike, etc) I expect some disagreement here, as the common intuition is opposite, but look at some physics theory before you flame me... And, for Grant-- Good God

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-11 Thread Louis Tweed
I stay with the stock rear tire size (170/60) but change the front tire to the 120/70. The 120/70 is a more rounded profile and allows the bike to turn easier. Still has ample traction. The 170/60 is also more rounded than the 180/55 option. I have tried the 180/55 and the only benifit I found

RE: Tires Again!

2000-05-11 Thread Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS
// '93 Yamaha GTS1000 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, May 10, 2000 11:38 PM To: Multiple recipients of list Subject: Tires Again I DO NOT want to start another huge t

Re: RE: Tires Again (fwd)

2000-05-11 Thread Michael Weaver
://www.arches.uga.edu/~weaver/pgp.html -- Forwarded message -- Date: Thu, 11 May 2000 07:02:02 -0400 (EDT) From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Cc: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: Error Condition Re: RE: Tires Again Rejected message: sent to [EMAIL PROTECTED] by [EMAIL PROTECTED

Re: Tires Again

2000-05-11 Thread Lybgts
In a message dated 5/10/2000 11:40:11 PM Eastern Daylight Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: > Front Stock 130/60ZR17New Size 120/60ZR17 > > Rear Stock 170/60ZR17New Size ? > I bought a 93 GTS last Sept. It had the OEM type tires. I switched to the sizes above with P

Tires Again

2000-05-10 Thread gsgall
I DO NOT want to start another huge thread on this topic. What I am asking is, are you guys changing both tire sizes? I have looked through my saved e-mails and have found the following. Front Stock 130/60ZR17New Size 120/60ZR17 RearStock 170/60ZR17New Size ? One or two

RE: tires and wind noise

2000-04-03 Thread Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS
amaha GTS1000 > -Original Message- > From: Louis Tweed [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2000 9:25 PM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject: Re: tires and wind noise > > Kevin Hawkins, What are the earplugs you use? You gave me a couple pa

RE: tires and wind noise

2000-04-03 Thread Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS
09423 // [EMAIL PROTECTED] http://www.geocities.com/~raddboy Y2K Kawasaki ZRX1100 // '93 Yamaha GTS1000 > -Original Message- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [SMTP:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] > Sent: Sunday, April 02, 2000 7:13 PM > To: Multiple recipients of list > Subject:

Re: tires and wind noise Fluff

2000-04-02 Thread SHAWN PEARSALL
a Henry...that's an old trick of Kevinshe does this all the time...I don't know how to break this to you...but those weren't earplugs big guy! #2

RE: tires and wind noise

2000-04-02 Thread Gil Hillman
I have a Shoei 800 helmet, which is much quieter than the 700 I used to have. But I use earplugs too. The noise level inside any helmet at highway speed is way too loud for safety. It seems that the damage from noise exposure is cumulative, and one day you wake up with your ears ringing, usual

Re: tires and wind noise

2000-04-02 Thread Louis Tweed
Kevin Hawkins, What are the earplugs you use? You gave me a couple pair on my trip I really liked them. Louis > Best way to make the noise go away: wear ear plugs.

RE: tires and wind noise

2000-04-02 Thread Henry S. Winokur
> Would like an update of anybody that has tried a different > helmet and that > has had the noise go away. Ken: Best way to make the noise go away: wear ear plugs. Then it doesn't matter what helmet you wear and you won't regret it. I have an Arai Quantum, and it isn't a 'noisy' helmet, b

tires and wind noise

2000-04-02 Thread Lybgts
Greetings With all the comments on different tires I got a set of Pirelli MTR 23/24 series tires. Went with the 120/70 front 170/60 rear. The heavy push has disappeared that I had with the OEM Dunlop's at the parking lot speeds. Have not had time to go cooking down some of my fav

Re Tires

2000-03-25 Thread LUAR01
Recently had to replaced the rear tire and could not find in Houston, TX a Pilot Sport. Went with the MACADAM instead, another great tire. Went with the 170 instead of the 180. What's the difference in road manners and should i place a180 in the rear next time I change tires? Raul R G

Re: Tires

2000-03-16 Thread pbenson
On Wed, 15 Mar 2000, Kevin Harrington wrote: > Just a quick note on my new tires for the > archives Well..that should help get the archives rolling. :) Phil

Tires

2000-03-15 Thread Kevin Harrington
Just a quick note on my new tires for the archives--Azzaro's, 120/180 combo. They look cool, real new (approx 500 miles). I was comfortable on them very quick, good traction and predictable lean, no drift @ my level. Good "cloverleaf" tire, can put the feeler on the asphalt regul

Re: Tires...Again and again

2000-01-23 Thread LUAR01
Tires See the excellent article on SPORT RIDERFeb 2000 I had MEZ4 good for about 6500-7000 depending on riding style. Run Michellin sport pilots now and like them better. Improved grip. Raul R Garcia [EMAIL PROTECTED] P.S. Kevin gives a great explanation.Don't forget 120/70 up front o

RE: Tires...Again!

2000-01-21 Thread Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS
proclaim their excellence too. Metzeler MeZ4 - Reputed to be very close to the Pirelli, if not the same tire (different tread). These are the compromise tires offering sportbike traction with extended life. You'll find tires that are softer and tires that are harder but for my money, this IS the

Tires...Again!

2000-01-21 Thread David Evans
tires suitable for the GTS. Several of you have mentioned that the OE 202 Dunlop's are Naff, but your recommendations seem very soft. I enjoy the twisties, but most of my riding is motorway work or fast main roads with sweeping bends. In addition I hope to do France this year, so will probably

Race Tires

2000-01-17 Thread SHAWN PEARSALL
Haven't a clue if anyone is interested but these are on e-bay starting at $5 Michelin Pilots Item number 239725175 http://cgi.ebay.com/aw-cgi/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=239725175 Check it out SP

Flash back to tires topic

2000-01-07 Thread Walt Hopkins
Greetings to the list. I just wanted to take the opportunity to thank all for the great info and discussions found on the list. As it turns out, one topic (tires) came in useful. Thanks to a drywall screw in the back tire, I was in need and the discussion of different sizes came in useful

Re: Profiles of tires -- especially front ones

1999-12-06 Thread Monkyon2wl
Hey, I found out.. The one job (besides the rear tire & fuel pump replacement) that I had a dealer to to my GTS they f-d up! Instead of the 120/70 front tire I always assumed it was, and had requested, I have a 120/60. Guess I never gave it much thought after I had it installed. No wonder m

Re: Profiles of tires on MCs

1999-12-06 Thread S. Bodnar
DITTO, CAVEAT EMPTOR, same thing with car tires, got to see it before you buy it. There is a big variation in contact patch and width in a particular size. The Metzlers and Dunlops tend to be are "fatter" for a given size. Stan -- > From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] > To: Multip

Re: Profiles of tires on MCs

1999-12-04 Thread RSRBOB
One additional variable, tire profiles vary from one manufacturer to the next. It is common to find a tire with a smaller width of one brand being wider than a tire the next numerical size larger. Standing them side by side, it is visible. I have no explanation for this, just first hand experie

Re: Tires: 120 front

1999-12-04 Thread RSRBOB
In a message dated 12/2/99 6:35:56 PM Eastern Standard Time, [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: << Must be nice to have those smooth southern roads -- and the ability to utilize the best of tires :^) >> It is.., plus, I do not personally know of anyone worried about storing a bike

Profiles of tires on MCs

1999-12-04 Thread Greg Christopher
and make sure you do it at the same PSI, and measure from the ground straight up through azimuth. That will help take into account any increased tire bend in one tire vs. the other. Now I just measured mine. From The ground straight up to the edge of the hubcap (right above the words "sui

Re: Tires: 120 front & rim damage

1999-12-04 Thread wghalley
D]> To: Multiple recipients of list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Date: Thursday, December 02, 1999 2:38 PM Subject: RE: Tires: 120 front & GTS logo >I thought the 120/70 gave a larger cushion to the rim than the 130/60? No? > >Kevin Hawkins // Greensboro, NC >AMA #609423 // [EMAIL PROTE

Re: Tires: 120 front

1999-12-02 Thread Dave Biasotti
o touch down. > > Now obviously the 130 has more footprint than the 120, so it would > stop that much quicker, and understeer just that much less in the turns > too (all tires understeer a very small amount- it's called slip angle) > > One good thing about the 120: Less

Re: Tires: 120 front & GTS logo

1999-12-02 Thread S. Bodnar
yes it do Stan -- > From: Hawkins, Kevin L, SITS <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > To: Multiple recipients of list <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> > Subject: RE: Tires: 120 front & GTS logo > Date: Thursday, December 02, 1999 2:34 PM > > I thought the 120/70 gave a larger

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