avon or metzeler...discuss
#21
01-05-2011, 06:41 AM
Avon's in fact I have a new Avon VENOM AM41 110/90H19 Front
- Unique sequential pattern produces exceptionally quiet ride
- Advanced Casing technology for low rolling resistance, cooler running, and high mileage
- Special sidewall treatment features snake head logo and both narrow and wide white wall
- Multiarc tread contour for light, neutral turn in and cornering stability
It is still in the mailing wrapping. Bought it to have a spare in case, and sold my bike this spring. It is yours for $65 plus shipping. I paid $111 new plus shipping. PM if interested.
- Unique sequential pattern produces exceptionally quiet ride
- Advanced Casing technology for low rolling resistance, cooler running, and high mileage
- Special sidewall treatment features snake head logo and both narrow and wide white wall
- Multiarc tread contour for light, neutral turn in and cornering stability
It is still in the mailing wrapping. Bought it to have a spare in case, and sold my bike this spring. It is yours for $65 plus shipping. I paid $111 new plus shipping. PM if interested.
#22
01-05-2011, 11:02 AM
E3's are a harder compound than stock and did't feel as awe inspiring as many claim. The E3's always feel great (at first) because you are replacing worn tires that have degraded gradually with a new tire. They also have an annoying whine at about 50MPH on asphalt. These were not radials, BTW. They also didn't last as long as I expected. The Metzler's I have now feel better in dry conditions, run much quieter and have been ridden in some pretty heavy rain and performed better than expected.
#24
01-05-2011, 02:05 PM
3.5" and what diameter? What size rear? Most tires and specific styles do not come in all sizes. You really need to think all this out before you order up wheels.
You ask for input, but you don't tell us what you are going to run and all I can see are stock wheels on your bike so most of the advice so far does not help much. I really helps to be specific.
Is a 3 1/2" wheel with a 120 going to fit the mid glide with or without the fender or are you going with wide glide trees?
CB
#25
01-05-2011, 02:09 PM
3.5" and what diameter? What size rear? Most tires and specific styles do not come in all sizes. You really need to think all this out before you order up wheels.
You ask for input, but you don't tell us what you are going to run and all I can see are stock wheels on your bike so most of the advice so far does not help much. I really helps to be specific.
Is a 3 1/2" wheel with a 120 going to fit the mid glide with or without the fender or are you going with wide glide trees?
CB
You ask for input, but you don't tell us what you are going to run and all I can see are stock wheels on your bike so most of the advice so far does not help much. I really helps to be specific.
Is a 3 1/2" wheel with a 120 going to fit the mid glide with or without the fender or are you going with wide glide trees?
CB
120 up front 180 in the rear.
keeping the mid glide front end.
front rim will fit, fender will need to be tweaked.
i was just looking for brand recommendations.
leaning heavily towards the metzeler me880s
#26
01-05-2011, 02:34 PM
Venom AM41 (front) 120/70-21 (62H)
Night Dragon (Rear) 180/55 ZR 18 M/C (74W) TL
Possibly a good combo?
#27
01-05-2011, 07:46 PM
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My particular choice would be for the Metzler ME880, I had Dunlops on it originally and have since traded over to Metzler. Pay specific attention to the tire pressures, Metzlers typically want the higher air pressure for maximum durability. Usually get about 6500 miles on rear if you do a lot of two up riding, but about 8K if single. My front tire went 14K on the Dunlop, but it didn't perform well at all. Since have the Metzler's on both ends, it handles so much better.
#28
01-05-2011, 08:06 PM
Road Master
My particular choice would be for the Metzler ME880, I had Dunlops on it originally and have since traded over to Metzler. Pay specific attention to the tire pressures, Metzlers typically want the higher air pressure for maximum durability. Usually get about 6500 miles on rear if you do a lot of two up riding, but about 8K if single. My front tire went 14K on the Dunlop, but it didn't perform well at all. Since have the Metzler's on both ends, it handles so much better.
#29
01-05-2011, 10:56 PM
Outstanding HDF Member
Cuz riding anywhere near Camp Lejune sux and has no corners to even the wear. I run around 40PSI normally and less if I want more grip.
#30
01-06-2011, 12:26 AM
Road Captain
No problem, I think I will run it over to an Indy here and see what he will give me for it. Taking up space and if I buy another bike it may or may not fit.