Anybody try the new Dunlop American Elite for the new 09-10 frames, how are they compared to the D407/D408?

 

their not available yet

 

hmmm, they make it sound like they are already available on the website dunlopmotorcycles, available for 2009 Touring models with sizes available for other models later in 2010

 

close up Touring/Sport Bias/Cruiser

• All-new tread design helps provide even wear and quiet operation in wet and dry conditions.
• MT Multi-Tread rear tire incorporates a long-wearing compound in the center of the tire tread and a lateral-grip compound on each shoulder to enhance cornering performance and provide class-leading grip and feel.
• Sidewall design proudly features the American Elite name and Made-In-USA logo.
• Available for Harley-Davidson touring bikes, 2009 models and newer, in sizes 130/80B17 and 180/65B16.
• More sizes to fit other Harley-Davidson models will become available later in 2010.

SIZELOAD/ SPEED INDEXSIDEWALLPART #APPLICABLE RIMS
RECOMMENDED RIMOVERALL DIAMETEROVERALL WIDTHFULL TREAD DEPTHMAXIMUM LOAD @ PSI American Elite Front 130/80B17 65H BW 31AE-81 3.00 25.20 5.08 5/32 639 @ 41 American Elite Rear 180/65B16 81H BW 31AE-57 5.00 25.33 7.19 10/32 1019 @ 42

 

I was at the dealer tonight asking about them and they did a check and said that they where on back order until Aug.

 

wow, 5 months out. do you expect them to be better than the D407/408 or about the same. I've got 10,100 on my 407/408 with 4/32's left on both front and back. Their site says the 408 front came with 5/32's new so I've got some excellent wear out of them so far.

 

You know just reading and also talking to the guy at my shop they have replaced over 100 of the 407's I have been lucky on mine due to I have about 11,000 miles on my front and rear tires. I sent an e-mail to Dunlop to see if they can shine some light on the tire question.

 

From what I read I believe the American Elite will be a good tire. With the 407/408 Harley can basically charge whatever they want because they are not available on the aftermarket.

 

Hi all, my first post so be gentle. Thought I'd comment on bmaier's report on the d408 mileage. I've got 10,000 miles on my '10 Ultra Limited and also have 4/32 on both front and back.

I'm hoping the rear will make 15,000 miles? Will probably replace both at that time to have new rubber for a late spring trip. Definitely improved mileage compared to previous Dunlops.

 

Check this site out.

http://www.sporttour.com/tires/dunlo...ican-elite.htm

They act like they have them, price and shipping. Probably not though.
Mike