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Old 12-02-2014 | 01:22 PM
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I am going to replace the original tires on my 2014 Ultra Limited soon. I am looking for advice regarding which brand of tires I should buy. Please don't say utilize the search feature as I tried that and didn't get anything helpful. I realize that opinions may vary but that is what I am looking for. Thanks in advance and Ride Safe everyone!
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 01:38 PM
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How many miles did you get out of those stock tires? I have 11,000 on mine and there s all sorts of tread left. I am thinking I will get 15,000 or more easy. Previously it was always at 10-12,000 and they were looking like slicks. If I can get that many miles out of these tires, I will keep buying more of them.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 02:43 PM
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I've been pondering the same question, same bike...

I change a lot of MC tires, for myself and others (dozens per year), and there is one brand that always has both a very high build quality, and also very consistent balancing between sets--Michelin.

IMHO, YMMV, etc...

I don't have a particular allegiance to this brand, and have used just about every type that there is on the market, but these will most likely replace the stockers on my '14 FLHTK when it's time...

http://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tube...-tire?m=155166

All the best,

Shane
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 02:47 PM
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I'll be due for a new set of tires on my '13 FLHTC in the spring.
I'm going to go with the Michelin Commander II's.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 03:33 PM
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i just upgraded my rear tire on my 14 SGS after 21k miles and i went with the Dunlop American Elite. Front tire replaced by dealer at 5k so im good for the next 2 months before it gets replaced with American Elite. I had the Commander II on my 2010 Fatboy great tire also. just my .02.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 03:34 PM
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I went with Dunlop Elites and love them. On my 14 Limited and my 13 RGU, the stock Dunlops started cupping at 10k (and I check air pressure very regularly). On both bikes the Elites didn't have any cupping issues and I have gotten over 15k out of the tires.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 05:57 PM
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Michelin Commander II is a great tire.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 07:28 PM
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Michelin Commander ll for Me when My Dunlops are done.Had Them on My 2012 and love the way the grip the road.
 
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Old 12-02-2014 | 11:46 PM
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So far I like the tires on the 14 better then the old bike, not sure if they changed on the Rushmore's . last bike had tire issues. Cupping , and replaced fairly early, 14 has close to 12,000 mi. Still in good shape, have never had any other brand to compare, but these new ones seem much better so far
 
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Old 12-03-2014 | 12:02 PM
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I only have 13K miles on the tires right now. At my last service they told me the front tire is wearing fast and should be replaced in about 1,000 miles. Also showed me the front brake pads are close to needing replacement. I couldn't believe it. The rear brake pads are fine and the tread depth on the rear tire is good. I am puzzled. Should have been the reverse since the rear tire carries most of the weight.
 


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