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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:18 PM
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When would you replace? (rear tire)

This is about 7200 miles, how far would you let it go before replacing
 

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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:25 PM
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Just me......

But I'd be shopping Now !
Probably put another 800-1000 on it while I procrastinate....


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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:25 PM
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Well I had 8200 on the rear was getting ready to take a 4500 mile trip did not want to deal w/it on the road. So I changed it prior to leaving.
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:30 PM
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New tire installed $300-350
How much does new skin cost?
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:30 PM
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I had 9500 miles on my fxstc before I changed the tire. I think it is the exact same tire as your's. You've got some more mile's left for sure.
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:32 PM
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I ran 10,500 before I changed it. You've got plenty left to run a couple of thousand.
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:34 PM
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I usually do when I see chords
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:36 PM
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Originally Posted by schumacher
I usually do when I see chords
Do you see chords or hear them?...LOL.
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:38 PM
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Originally Posted by xxxflhrci
Do you see chords or hear them?...LOL.
Some tires I've had, you actually could hear them
 
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Old 08-03-2009 | 05:40 PM
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Man there is a lot of life left in that tire!!!
 


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