The rear tire is toast.
10-25-2012 | 01:54 PM
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The rear tire is toast.
After 12,000 miles, and 1 255 cam, the rear tire is toast.
So, now what?!?!
It is a 2008 Ultra Classic. Let the debate begin. I would like to get a bigger tire.
Michelin? Dunlop? Perelli?
Thanks to all who reply.
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10-25-2012 | 01:57 PM
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Buy a new tire?
Not unusual to have to replace a rear tire after 12k if your cranking on it.
10-25-2012 | 02:01 PM
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Buy a new tire?
Not unusual to have to replace a rear tire after 12k if your cranking on it.
Yea, i admit my wrist gets a little tense.
10-25-2012 | 02:13 PM
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I went through the same thought process and ended up with Dulope 404s on the back.
10-25-2012 | 02:25 PM
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1 255 cam? Which cylinder got the new cam?> lol just bustin your *****
Ive got a 150 Metzeler on mine, rides great, but probably isnt good for mileage.
10-25-2012 | 02:27 PM
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12000 miles and ur pissed? Try 6000 miles on a 200 series tire. That's about what I get on my Fatboy. Gonna try a Michelin Commander next time. Supposed to last longer...
10-25-2012 | 03:05 PM
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Yea, i admit my wrist gets a little tense.
For the best mileage I think You should stick with the stock Dunlops. My 08UC get's around 18K on the rear tire, but then again My wrist does'nt get very tense. lol
10-25-2012 | 03:10 PM
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10-25-2012 | 03:29 PM
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12 K? Sounds like you got your $$$ worth.
I got 8800 out of mine and probably should have replaced it earlier..
10-25-2012 | 04:20 PM
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For the rear 8K is normal for me but I mostly ride two up with bags loaded. The front around 16K.