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#Post#: 1870--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: Rusty Shovel Date: October 4, 2014, 3:40 pm
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Be sure to start a new post when you have feelings one way or
the other about the MotoZ's. A buddy of mine (DrBlackbird) got
a set and the jury is still out. I nearly picked up a set
myself, but I decided to try the 908's first and see whether
they're over-rated. I may go with a MotoZ up front once my MT21
becomes too scalloped to use.
The MotoZ's certainly LOOK the part! I've heard good things...
#Post#: 1871--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: SDMF_Reaps Date: October 4, 2014, 3:42 pm
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I went with the D908rr for both the front and rear.
The MT21s were ok, but the rear was gone in 1200 miles for me.
I think I ended up putting on another 100-300 miles or so before
I got the 908s mounted. I'm at around 5500 miles now so even
guessing I can say I'm over 3500 miles on the 908s. The rear is
just now looking like the MT21 at 1200 miles. This is with the
same type of riding, in fact I'd say the 908 has had a higher
percentage of highway miles on it.
On to the front. I personally felt as though the MT21 wandered
a bit on gravel more than I liked. So that is why I decided to
put a 908 on the front as well. The 908 looks like a bit like
my favorite (discontinued) K777. Now I definitely like 908
better. It seems to be planted better, doesn't wander and feels
less likely to wash out around gravel corners. There is one
caveat however, I installed the Rally Raid Evo 2 tank set at
nearly the same time so the added weight up front could have had
as much of an impact on handling as the tire did.
I'll run these tires until they are discontinued as well. In
fact I already have a rear ready to mount when the other one
finally wears down.
#Post#: 1942--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: KirkwoodRider Date: October 10, 2014, 11:11 pm
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I have about 1400 miles on the original M21's and t still they
look good. I run about 25 PSI and road handling is good but a
bit loos off-road.
#Post#: 2275--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: Rockitboy Date: January 5, 2015, 2:38 pm
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I run a lot of highway miles but like to play hard when I hit
the dirt.. So I went thru four sets of tires last year.. 1st the
stock MT21.. love how they handle the off road but they wear
quickly on the street. They were very worn when I replaced them
at 2000 miles. Next was the Kenda Big Block. I was not
impressed. seems like it was a better road tire then the MT21
but terrible offroad. I replaced them after 2700 miles & they
were quit worn. Next was the Metzeler Karoo 3. This is a much
better road tire then either previous & I was pretty happy with
its off road ability as well. I got 3400 miles on the 1st rear &
3600 on the 2nd rear. Both could have gone a bit farther. The
front still looked fair after 7000 miles. This is the tire for
me & I plan to put on another set this winter. They are also
dirt cheap. A set can be had for $175.
#Post#: 2695--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: truck11 Date: April 16, 2015, 10:36 am
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Anyone using the MotoZ tires? What size rear tire did you
get? I see the 'largest' is 130/90
How does this compare to the 140/80
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Re: Stock Tires
By: ShakeWell Date: April 16, 2015, 11:15 am
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+1 for what the heck is everybody using for tires.
Another option I've been eyeing is some Goldentyre's. I was
looking at:
The GT216AA FIM DST front
HTML http://www.adventure-spec.com/default/goldentyre-gt216-front-tyres.html
and either the GT216 (either the HBN or THB)
HTML http://www.adventure-spec.com/default/goldentyre-gt216-enduro-rear-tyre.html<br
/>or GT723
HTML http://www.adventure-spec.com/default/goldentyre-gt723-rally-raid-rear-tyre.html<br
/>for the rear.
All three are FIM road approved, used in long rally events, and
seem to get good reviews. Any thoughts or experience with these?
#Post#: 3299--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: stopper90004 Date: December 4, 2015, 2:56 pm
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Not sure if this the place to ask this question, but has anyone
used the BAJA-NO-PINCH tool to change tires? I'm thinking of
getting one, but not sure what the 690 axle shaft size is
(20mm?)
HTML http://www.bajanopinch.com/baja-no-pinch-tire-tool/
#Post#: 3300--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: truck11 Date: December 4, 2015, 3:17 pm
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The Goldentyre GT216 is on my list as well - Ziptyracing
www.ziptyracing.com is the US importer and currently out of
stock until early 2016 (I emailed them back in late October)
Seems a good combo is the GT216 up front and the Motoz in the
rear.
I love the Motoz Tractionator I/T rear so far!
#Post#: 3301--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: RiverRunner Date: December 5, 2015, 5:57 pm
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My wife and I both got '15 690's in late Jan and early March 15.
One came with a 130/80-18 rear tire and one came with a
140/80-18. Go figure......I don't think the 140 versus 130
really makes a big difference.
I do like the stock MT-21 tires. Pretty good trade off between
dirt and asphalt. I'll be changing the rears here soon at about
2500 miles, going to use the same MT-21 tire. I've used the
Dunlop 606 on dual sports before. To be honest, I'm kind of
afraid of changing a 606 on a cold day on the trail. I've run
606's on a Honda BRP and a Husky 511 - The Husky will never see
606's again - I'll change tires more often with the MT-21 - they
are also much cheaper than the 606. Don't get me wrong, the 606
has been a great tire - no flats to date and no issues
whatsoever - I just don't want to deal with it on the trail/fire
road/highway - you might have no problem, but I know it is
difficult for me.
Note: In cold temps when I change the 606's out at home, I put
a heat pad in an emergency blanket with the tire/tire & rim -
the aluminized ones - and get the tire warm - makes the job a
whole lot easier. I've never had to change or put a new tube in
a 606 on the trail in cold weather - scares me even thinking
about it.......That tire sidewall would be rock hard!
Good luck!
#Post#: 3765--------------------------------------------------
Re: Stock Tires
By: rider_marc Date: January 2, 2017, 1:33 pm
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I have this exact same memory of the Teraflex from the early
80's in Phoenix. The Husky guys loved them.
[quote author=mcrider link=topic=4.msg1813#msg1813
date=1411939520]
I've used a lot of different brands in my long riding years,
never again a Teraflex. I do not know if they have changed
their rubber formula in the past 20 years, but after mounting
one on a rice bike in the 80's, I said I'd NEVER own another.
That was a two six pack Saturday.
[/quote]
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