Where you guys buying your tires?

[Blackdog]

I've been looking at the Jake Wilson site, I think I'll give them a try. Just wondering where you guys are getting yours.

[Deans BMW]

I have always bought my tires from swmototires. Haven't done comparison shopping in years.

[isiahstites]

I buy from these two places and I have searched high and low for the best prices. I bought my last set of BT-016 from ride direct and got them for $210 shipped for the set.

http://www.chaparral-racing.com/home.aspx

http://www.ridedirect.com/index.html

[DarthRider]

I have always bought my tires from swmototires. Haven't done comparison shopping in years.
I knew that was true for motorcycles but I'm surprised a big Deal Hunter doesn't shop tires!:028:
But I have, I can't afford not to.

American Moto Tires often, and Motorcycle Superstore usually beat SW and I always check all three, takes 10 minutes or less.
I have had nothing but good service from all three and recommend them.
There are so many on-line tire sellers it's hard to be sure you are getting the best deal. About a year ago I compared about 8-9 of them and found that "Big 3" were almost always the best. Some will lure you in with specials on a few tires but I look for consistently good/better prices. Sometimes the price difference between 2 shippers will be pennies, often $20-$25 per tire.
Their stocks are fresh, reliable delivery, no hassle.

EDIT: I forgot to mention free shippping. That Big 3 all offer it but the conditions are a little different.
Check 'em out Doggie!

[jamming]

Dave, I'm a big comparison shopper myself, can't afford not to ;) Mark..MRogge here, is running Sun Valley Cycles here in town and will meet any online tire price as close as he can. Even if it costs me an extra 10 bucks or so, I'll get em from him. Besides, I plan on using Dean's fancy tire changer :linzi:

[DarthRider]

Hey Rog, you know me...I'm a great proponent of supporting our local dealers.
And if I could, I'd happily pay $10 per tire more than on-line sellers, just to support the local guys. I see that as more an investment than a premium.
But dealers here won't match or discount tire prices and remain in denial of the twin realities of the Internet and Economy.
I had a Kawasaki shop and recall all too well how badly we needed tire sales revenue and customer loyalty!
Mark & I had a long talk about tire sales & other dealership realities when we met in AZ. I have a strong idea that he's a hell of a dealership GM and wish I could be a customer.
Good on ya' Bro, for that support!

[Deans BMW]

Actually I haven't bought tires from SW Moto in a long time, my plan is to use Mark as much as possible for the reasons that Dave stated. Mark has been up here several times and is a great guy.

I wonder if he has the capability to have tires shipped up here, if so, he will be the MC B&B's new tire supplier.

[Deans BMW]

I just tried calling Mark.....Has his phone # changed? Roger if you have his # please PM me.

[Rchop]

I buy from these two places and I have searched high and low for the best prices. I bought my last set of BT-016 from ride direct and got them for $210 shipped for the set.

http://www.ridedirect.com/index.html

Scott, check out these tires I found on that site: http://www.ridedirect.com/p/michelin-power-pure.html
What do you think about these lighter weight tires for LSR. With the new class I'm building for, I think the lighter the better.

[isiahstites]

Scott, check out these tires I found on that site: http://www.ridedirect.com/p/michelin-power-pure.html
What do you think about these lighter weight tires for LSR. With the new class I'm building for, I think the lighter the better.



I couldn't agree more Randy, after all who can afford a set of carbon fiber rims?

[mrogge]

Actually I haven't bought tires from SW Moto in a long time, my plan is to use Mark as much as possible for the reasons that Dave stated. Mark has been up here several times and is a great guy.

I wonder if he has the capability to have tires shipped up here, if so, he will be the MC B&B's new tire supplier.


I just tried calling Mark.....Has his phone # changed? Roger if you have his # please PM me.

Sorry I didn't get your call Dean. I haven't returned it either. Am I a dog or what.

As to the question on tires and shipping to the MC B&B. I am checking into the cost to ship the tires to you. When I get a definitive answer on that, I will let you know. I think we might be able to work things out on a case-by-case basis. Even if the shipping cost is too high and it isn't a rush situation, I just might have to strap tires on the back of my ST and personally deliver them. Of course, it might cost you a slice of Mz. Pam's famous POTD (Pie Of The Day)!

[jamming]

Am I a dog or what.



Yes, I'm trying to drum up some bidness for your shop and your AWOL!! What the hell is up with that? I'm going to try and ride by to talk about ordering up some Road Farts

[Deans BMW]

mark, sounds good.

Most of the on line tire suppliers have the tires dropped shipped directly their supplier like Parts Unlimited. My suggestion would be to limit the order to a minimum of 2 tires, tyhat way you can get the best deal.

[kocook]

Been running the new Power Pures on my R1200S for a while. Holding up surprisingly well on mileage. Very happy with traction in dry & wet. They are definitely lighter than the Pirelli Rosso' they replaced.

[Deans BMW]

Thanks Kent. My R12S has new PR2's on it now, might want to try the Pures next.

[Biff's R]

I got a set of Pilot Road 2 around the first of August for $231 shipped to the door from Derby Cycles out of kentucky. They had the best price when I looked and they were on the doorstep on Tuesday for an order placed Saturday night. I looked at the "Big 3" but this was a better deal, and the shipping was a lot faster.

I have alos bought some tires at Iron Pony. The price was a little higher($10), but they were open on Sunday. And I have gotten some killer deals there on gear.

[MotoMan1]

I've had good luck with J&P for new motorcycle tires (http://www.jpcycles.com/tires-and-tire-repair). I'm definitely a price shopper though so I'll go with just about anyone offering an equivalent tire at a good price. I think I've bought through Bike Bandit also.

[demenshea]

We always get our PR2s from SWMOTOTIRES (http://www.swmototires.com/) with free shipping, however after having them put on today at PCP Motorsports in Sacramento, the big boss told me he would match their price on my next set by charging little to put them on. Heck can't beat that and I am helping to support local business. They always treat me right and I'll do whatever I can to support them. I believe today's blog post will be regarding this very thing!!

[Eric Henderson]

I get my tires from Coker. Made right here in America and they have a great selection of the old tires from way back when. For my more modern bikes, believe it or not, I really like the Continental brand! The Conti Blitz is a good all around tire for the street. It grabs the road real good and the prices are good too. They blow away Bridgestone by miles!

[isiahstites]

They blow away Bridgestone by miles!

Is this based on factual data or is this your opinion as a rider?

[Deans BMW]

There is a Pilot Road 3 comming to market that is supposed to be an improvement over the PR 2's. I have been so happy with the 2's that I am going to try the 3's next .

[mrogge]

Hey Dean,

The PR3 has actually hit the market early. Most sizes are currently available.

Tread pattern is VERY similar to the PR2 but has siping across the tread for better water dispersion. Price went up $10-25 over the 2. That may be my next tire as well. The PR2 will be discontinued.

Posted from my Droid. Ignore any typos.

[Deans BMW]

Mark thats fantastic. I'll be getting my tires thru you, do you think its possible just to have them dropped shipped up here? If so, for the grand get together up here in September, everyone can put in their tire orders thru you, have them dropped shipped here and then install them with the NoMar. :)

Its a thought anyhow.

That is, if they think that they might need tires.

[Deans BMW]

The Pilot Road 3's

http://www.advrider.com/forums/attachment.php?attachmentid=244106&stc=1&d=1294062454

Michelin Pilot Road 2 motorcycle radial tire is the most sold in France in recent years. If it is difficult to confirm the absence of digits "market" the official, the number of your views in our maxitest Michelin Pilot Road 2 already gives an interesting indication: 17/12/10 with 78 responses, the tire is the first in terms of popularity on Moto-Station.com, himself the first French motorcycle information site. Moreover, it is known that the category of so-called Sport GT tires represent nearly 45% of motorcycle tire market in France, The Pilot Road 2 was rushed to market in 2007 by introducing the dual rubber technology (on the front tire and rear) on a tire Sport GT widely. Ensconced on the market since being almost unanimously, including the tire maxitest Moto-Station.com with a pretty average rating of 8.63 / 10, the Pilot Road 2 would probably have been maintained yet season at the top of the range of road bike tires / Michelin sport. However, sales representatives of the mark are currently intense presentation in French motorcycle dealer networks. The reason has a name: Michelin Pilot Road 3, the replacement of the current PR2 (which remains in the catalog) and new 2011 motorcycle tire very strategic for manufacturing ... Moto-Station.com attended incognito to the commercial presentation of PR3 in concession prior to its arrival on the market in January 2011. Here's what to remember.

Michelin Pilot Road 3 Three exclusive patents for the new sport bike tire / Michelin Pilot GT Road 3

At the outset, we note the peculiar sculpture of the new Michelin will certainly date for its design, at least. The front tire looks like, say, by far, was tire "rain" bike tour for a tire or "winter" car (even if motorcycle tires are good in winter Heidenau for small cars trails or some mid size). The multiplication of ribs - or "slices" (named for X XST Sipe Technology) - over the entire surface of the front tire maintains this relationship with special winter tires. We note then sculptures large aware of the tread to the shoulder of the tire. They are designed to shed water, while small plates are responsible for breaking the water film on wet surfaces regularly. The aim is to ensure maximum grip forward and dry up the road at the tread for traction at the rear. These lines of work are not new, all manufacturers have been working long. However, Michelin filed a patent to protect its technology related to such famous strips.

The rear tire has a rounded shape and many sculptures, near what is known about the Pilot Road 2. However, new sculptures, fine appear. They are distributed over the tread and sides to the shoulder of the tire. These include micro sculptures "reservoirs", which is a second patent filed by Michelin. The goal is, again, to hunt water to ensure better traction and better grip during braking to prevent evasions of the rear when the bike is supported on its front tire. The modern road bikes, equipped with powerful brakes and ABS braking dispatchers, will without doubt their status as "brakeman secure" highlight this aspect through the tire.
Moreover, the tires front and rear Pilot Road 3 retain the two-compound technology. The train still has a new rubber compound and a new distribution of soft rubber, medium or hard, this being a third patent. The goal of this redesign is to increase the grip on dry curve while increasing the life span. According to Michelin, the sculptures are deeper, with a thicker rubber. Consequently, according to their own tests and parallel tests conducted by Dekra - an independent organization that stands out - the life expectancy of the drill Pilot Road 3 would be higher than the Pilot Road 2.
At 6000 kilometers, the visual difference between the two trains would be obvious. Either, but all manufacturers are unanimous on the fact that a tire is still a matter of compromise: a gain recorded on one side disadvantage often another feature of the tire. However, when we think the issue with the Michelin representative responsible for promoting the Pilot Road 3, it states: "No, the Pilot Road 3 will keep intact the other qualities of the current Pilot Road 2. Admit, but a test in good and due form we will confirm and return in the motorcycle tire maxitest this next Michelin Pilot Road 3.

Michelin Pilot Road 3 !
Michelin PR3 : availability and rates

The first Michelin Pilot Road 3 will arrive at retailers in early January 2011, if the battle plan is fulfilled. only the common sizes available in 17 inch. But later in the spring, the Pilot Road 3 will be available in a range of sizes even larger than the Pilot Road 2, with the possibility of putting on the Pilot Road 3 on small displacement of 500 cm3 or less, and on most trails with wheels 19-inch front and 17 inches at the rear. A strategy that clearly demonstrates the ambitions of the brand of Clermont-Ferrand with its new and exciting motorcycle tire. We should test the Pilot Road 3 in early spring 2011.
Note that the Pilot Road 3 does not replace the Pilot Road 2, which will always be made in 2011, without particular promotion seems. The Michelin Pilot Road 3 should be sold with an inflation rate slightly from the Pilot Road 2. A train of Pilot Road 2 in 120/70 and 180/55 x 17 x 17 costs around 280 €, are expecting less than 300 € for a package of PR3 in the same size (estimated Moto-Station.com).
New 2011 motorcycle tire Michelin Pilot Road 3, the basics:
Any new sport bike tire bigomme GT
Introduced three patents for the blades, the shells found in the sculptures and the new technology gum bi
Areas of work: to improve the wet grip and longevity
Sculpture by unprecedented technology XST lamellae present on the front tire
Available early January 2011 in the standard sizes
Available in spring 2011 for most of the roadsters and market road, including some small cars and most of the trails
Slight inflation rate
The Michelin Pilot Road 3 does not replace the Pilot Road 2, which remains in the catalog
Distribution of the tire market: 45% for the Sport GT, 48% for supersport, 4% for the tire trail, 2% for the tire circuit, 1% for the custom

Competitors of Michelin Pilot Road 3:
- Dunlop RoadSmart - Dunlop ROADSMART
- Bridgestone BT-023 - Bridgestone BT-023
- Pirelli Angel ST - Pirelli Angel ST
- Metzeler Roadtec Interact Z8 - Metzeler Roadtec Interact Z8
- Continental Conti Road Attack 2 - Continental Conti Road Attack 2

[Ed K]

The PR2s are a fantastic tire. I get the twice mileage on the PR2 as compared to sport tires. But the PR2s handle as well as the sport tires, rider better, and also are quieter! Amazing.

That PR3 tread looks, um... interesting. I wonder if it will compromise dry handling, or longevity. Will be interesting to read reviews soon.

[jamming]

I got the Roadsmarts com Marks shop. Same price as the online retailers.

[1stBoxxer]

Ok, for those of us not outfitted to mount & balance our own tires, anyone know a good tire shop in central or north Phoenix? (I'm at 32nd St. & Shea) I just replaced the back tire (got a nail) with a Metzeler that it came with stock, wish I'd read this post first! I assume it's ok to put a PR2 on the front. Thanks!

[Deans BMW]

In my experience, I never worried about mixing tires except for racing.

[jamming]

Ok, for those of us not outfitted to mount & balance our own tires, anyone know a good tire shop in central or north Phoenix? (I'm at 32nd St. & Shea) I just replaced the back tire (got a nail) with a Metzeler that it came with stock, wish I'd read this post first! I assume it's ok to put a PR2 on the front. Thanks!

Dave, just take the front off and run it into Cycle gear over on Cave Creek. That's like 5 min from your house. OR...call Mark over at Sun Valley Cycles and tell him your on the Cafe and I sent you. He can order the tire and mount it up right there, or just order the tire and you can go to Cycle Gear. If I have to I'll go over to the shop and do it for you. OR bring it to my house and we'll do it here.

If it was me, I'd just go with the Metz on the front....we KNOW that'll match good with the rear.