Well I was well on my way to getting 10k out of my back tire and wouldn't ya just know it I picked up a roofing nail in threar tire!! Now going to have to wait til spring now to change it with christmas approaching and all.....Here is my question though....I have an 07 FXDC and it has a 160/70B17 on the rear....is that the only tire I can have put on with out doing any changes to the bike? What brands have you guys found that get the best milage and where have you found the best price?

 

10K!!! 1st what is your secret??I think most of us would be happy to get 8K out of an 06 or later Dyna rear.

The one oversized rear tire specifically made for your rim (4.5") is a Harley Dunlop GT502, HDp/n 43197-04A. It's a 180.

Hope that helps ya

DougJ

 

Me and many of my riding buddies have switched to Metzler. For most all kinds of bikes. Better handling and in some cases, better mileage. I usually try to get tires from a small bike dealer or if I find a good deal, online.

 

Metzeler direct replacement for the Harley Dunlop160/70B17 is 160/70B17M/C REINFTL 79V ME880 , and you could probably use the Metzeler 170/60R17M/CTL 72V ME880 on your 4.5" rim.

Note: the Metz 160 will actually be narrower than your current Dunlop. The Metz 170 will be about the same as your 160.

The Dunlop GT502180/60B17will fill out your rearfender.

My own experience with the Metz was good, and a little better handling, but do more wear, and actually a little less.

There are other options, but make sure you are getting rear tire that fits to your rim width, and works well with your front tire.

Radials are another option you may look into.

Good Luck

DougJ

 

My secret? Ummm....well its almost all highway miles...and most of the mile where put on in the early morning and late afternoon due to my work schedule.

 

Good Highway riding probably has a lot to do with it.
I ride on mountain backroads with lots of twisities, a lot which is tar and chip.
All good roads, but not the same as smooth highways. Thanks

DougJ