gang,

wondering if anyone knows what tires would have been on my '66 XLH?

I need a new rear; it says 4.25 / 80 -18
I have to check the front

I have found Dunlop 404's to look vintage (Brit bikes mostly) and a Dunlop K70, but would either of these been original? probably not

any suggestions as to close to the original look?
without compromising safety of course. I ride hard but do not race street or track

thanks
Robert
rabbie6 @ hotmail.com

 

You won't get original tyres for that bike. My 1974 Harley came new on Goodyears! Avon make suitable tyres for your bike, Safety-Mileage-MKII Rear and Speedmaster-MKII Front.

 

thanks!

I did see the Avons but was not sure if they were better than the Dunlops.
Just looking for something safe, good quality grip and a nod to either vintage or original

are Goodyears not available anymore? or just not a vnitage style tire?

probably will go with the Avons

thanks again

 

I haven't seen Goodyear bike tyres since that 1970s bike! I don't think they still make them. Harley has used Dunlops for most if not all the time since. I am a keen fan of Avon tyres and have used them on my Harleys for most of the time since I changed those Goodyears! I don't know if they are better than the Dunlops you mentioned, but the Avons are what I would chose for my older style bike.

Hope that helps!

 

I just put a set of Avons on my 07 and so far so good. I have had bad experience with Dunlops on sportbikes and will never run them again.

 

thanks guys!

I like the look of the Avons and since they are about the same price; Avons it will be

greatly appreciate the insights
Robert