I have a 2007 Softail Custom and want to stay with the stock rear tire size: 200/55/17.

Metzeler lists this exact size on their web site, but nobody seems to carry it.

Any ideas where to buy?

Thanks

 

I did not see that size on metzler site. you can go with a 210/50 or a 200/50. i have used both and the 200/50 looks wider but it is the same but a little shorter and gives much better gear ratio.
http://www.americanmototire.com/cata...oducts_id=4428

 

Try Chaparral or Dennis Kirk.

 

where did you see a metzler 200/55/17?

 

Best price I've found so far. I'm getting ready to order one myself.

http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Rear-Tire.aspx

 

$187
http://www.americanmototire.com/cata...oducts_id=4428

 

Here, but not in stock (use the pull down):
http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...Rear-Tire.aspx

 

Cool, thanks. Too bad I ordered this morning.

 

metzler shows they do not make a 200/55/17. maybe that is why it is not in stock

 

So, it looks like I'll have to use one of the two above sizes.

I've heard that when using these sizes (instead of the stock 200/55/17) you can expect to get significantly less tread life.

What were your experiences with each size, and which would you recommend for my Softail Custom?

Sub question: Should I just stay with the Dunlops, so I can continue using the stock size (which I like), or should I deal with the size issues and go for the better quality Metzeler?

Thanks again.