Tire Deals?

[rogue]

Where do you usually find the best deals on tires? I'm looking to purchase some in the next few weeks.

Thanks! :D

[buzzcutt2]

cyclegear has some deals sometimes...I just got an email from them - but I deleted it, can't spend any $$$ on myself right now.

[PhiSig1071]

I usually use www.sportbikertrackgear.com they sell Michelin tires, usually pretty cheap. The thing you have to check is mounting them, most stealerships will charge you more to mount a tire you didn't buy there, so make sure you factor mounting in the total price.

[rogue]

The thing you have to check is mounting them, most stealerships will charge you more to mount a tire you didn't buy there, so make sure you factor mounting in the total price.

I know a couple of places I can get them mounted at a decent price. The set that's on there now, some friends and I did by hand. Umm...I'm not doing that again. :lol:

Tires are kinda expensive around here.

[LittleTaz]

American Moto Tire (http://www.americanmototire.com/catalog/)

[Amber Lamps]

Pirellis for under $200 a set,

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=5000&L2=10&L3=155&L4=&item=PAR_1430000_cmbo_pkg_G

[rogue]

Pirellis for under $200 a set,

http://www.cyclegear.com/spgm.cfm?L1=5000&L2=10&L3=155&L4=&item=PAR_1430000_cmbo_pkg_G

I don't know much about the Diablo's but aren't those a softer compound? :scratch:

[Whitelightning]

Where do you usually find the best deals on tires? I'm looking to purchase some in the next few weeks.
Thanks! :D


Just purchased a set from here, approx $260 shipping included
Michelin Pilot Power 2 CT

http://www.derbycycles.com/cgi-bin/eShop/index.cgi?cart_id=8198685.14588&pid=3521&product=Michelin&count=1


Had them within 5 good working days.
I feel like I got a good deal.
Good Luck:dthumb:

[BobTheBiker]

www.pureacceleration.com and look at the prices on your tire of choice. I know the owners of that business personally, you'll get a decent deal on tires.

[Amber Lamps]

I don't know much about the Diablo's but aren't those a softer compound? :scratch:

Ok NOW you're getting picky! Um I guess they are kinda soft,but a rear will last me about 4000 miles and I change earlier than most. I am the resident shop-a-holic on this forum,shit I have two sets of tires sitting in my apt right now! If you give me an idea of what type of tire you want,I'm sure that I can help you!

[PhiSig1071]

Yep, Tiggers a helmet whore and a shop-a-holic. You should see the nice "Jordan Suzuki" Purse he got to go with his bike for when he goes shopping. :lol:

[rogue]

Ok NOW you're getting picky! Um I guess they are kinda soft,but a rear will last me about 4000 miles and I change earlier than most. I am the resident shop-a-holic on this forum,shit I have two sets of tires sitting in my apt right now! If you give me an idea of what type of tire you want,I'm sure that I can help you!

I've ridden on Road Attacks and Maxxis M6029 Supermax and like both. I had the Conti-Forces that I didn't care for but got out 8000 out of (the ex got about 7000 out of the Road Attacks) and I'm on about 4000 on my Maxxis and they still have plenty of life. I'm not an aggressive rider, I don't think. :idk:

[Cass]

I have bought from http://www.swmototires.com/ and Cycle Gear (CG purchase was with the tire road hazard warranty thingie because I am good at finding sharp objects in roadways). I typically yank the wheels and take them to CG for mount/balance.

I have heard 2nd had that http://www.motoxoutlet.com/ isn't a bad place, but have no direct experience.

[Amber Lamps]

I've ridden on Road Attacks and Maxxis M6029 Supermax and like both. I had the Conti-Forces that I didn't care for but got out 8000 out of (the ex got about 7000 out of the Road Attacks) and I'm on about 4000 on my Maxxis and they still have plenty of life. I'm not an aggressive rider, I don't think. :idk:


Ok,you don't know me but you can trust me on this...if you liked the Continentals/Maxxis tires,you are going to cream your panties if you try the Pirellis. I've tried several brands of tires and I always seem to come back to Pirelli. They make great tires,period. The Contis retail for about $200 a set,the Pirelli REAR retails for $200 by itself. I've heard good things about Continental but the accolades are usually followed by the words..."for the price". But if you are stuck on the Maxxis or Conti tires,I'll search for you and let you know!

[rogue]

Ok,you don't know me but you can trust me on this...if you liked the Continentals/Maxxis tires,you are going to cream your panties if you try the Pirellis. I've tried several brands of tires and I always seem to come back to Pirelli. They make great tires,period. The Contis retail for about $200 a set,the Pirelli REAR retails for $200 by itself. I've heard good things about Continental but the accolades are usually followed by the words..."for the price". But if you are stuck on the Maxxis or Conti tires,I'll search for you and let you know!

I'm not really stuck on them, but I do like them. :D A friend suggested the Pilot Roads as he really likes them on his SV and we have a similar riding style.

I like a tire that will last a while because I have to make my money count, ya know? I'm in the position where I can get an extra set for later.

Ummm...also if anyone knows where there's good deals on chain and sprockets for my bike (NO ALUMINUM!!!), I'd appreciate that info too as I'll stock up on that too. :D

[JoJoYZF]

I'm not really stuck on them, but I do like them. :D A friend suggested the Pilot Roads as he really likes them on his SV and we have a similar riding style.

I like a tire that will last a while because I have to make my money count, ya know? I'm in the position where I can get an extra set for later.

Ummm...also if anyone knows where there's good deals on chain and sprockets for my bike (NO ALUMINUM!!!), I'd appreciate that info too as I'll stock up on that too. :D

If youre considering the pilot roads, also check out the road 2s. Same long lasting middle with the grip on the outside of the pilot power. Derby cycles has them for about as cheap as I could find, they may have the roads cheap too.

http://www.derbycycles.com/cgi-bin/eShop/index.cgi?cart_id=2260595.34441&pid=3661&product=Michelin&count=1

[tommymac]

Rogue, what size tires you need. I have some pilot power takeoffs that are in realy good shape. I have another set on my futura and have over 5k miles on them and theyre holding up fine.

Tom

[Lucky3623]

Store here bout 45 minutes north of me that sells all their tires under cost, and only charges $10 to mount to a rim. I got my last rear Dunlop Qualifier for a shade over $100.

[marko138]

www.sportbiketrackgear.com has great prices on Michelin. I've also ordered from www.compacc.com

[Yamerhaw]

[QUOTE=Lola;116298]I have bought from http://www.swmototires.com/ and Cycle Gear (CG purchase was with the tire road hazard warranty thingie because I am good at finding sharp objects in roadways). I typically yank the wheels and take them to CG for mount/balance.

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i've bought from swmoto before also, good deal and free shipping if you buy 2 tires

my boss where i work orders them there all the time for customers

[Amber Lamps]

:idk: I've looked at some of these sites and found the Diablos were $280+ a set and even the Continentals were $260 a set. I found the Diablos for $180 a set...

[rogue]

Rogue, what size tires you need. I have some pilot power takeoffs that are in realy good shape. I have another set on my futura and have over 5k miles on them and theyre holding up fine.

Tom

Right now I'm running 120/60's on the front (I know that's not the stock size but it fits) and 160/60s (I think...I'll go look later) on the rear.

[rogue]

:idk: I've looked at some of these sites and found the Diablos were $280+ a set and even the Continentals were $260 a set. I found the Diablos for $180 a set...

Sounds like you shop like I do. :lol:

[Amber Lamps]

Sounds like you shop like I do. :lol:

Yea,the site I first posted is for the Diablos 120/70/17 and either a 160 or 180 rear for $179 plus a $16 shipping fee.

[rogue]

Yea,the site I first posted is for the Diablos 120/70/17 and either a 160 or 180 rear for $179 plus a $16 shipping fee.

I don't know if that front will fit my bike or not. :idk:

I have a 120/60 on it now, but that's not stock size either.

Is there a general rule of thumb to go by on buying tires that aren't stock size that will fit?

[Dnyce]

I don't know if that front will fit my bike or not. :idk:

I have a 120/60 on it now, but that's not stock size either.

Is there a general rule of thumb to go by on buying tires that aren't stock size that will fit?

120/60 is stock for a sv650, 120/70 is stock for a sv1000

either will fit, its just the aspect ratio.

[DLIT]

I can get a set of regular Pilot Powers for $195, plus tax right now. I would charge you a handling fee for me to run out and get them for you. And then shipping. You're better off finding something locally by that point.

[merle]

I have bought from http://www.swmototires.com/

A friend suggested the Pilot Roads as he really likes them on his SV and we have a similar riding style.

I also got my tires from swmototires.com. I'm running Pilot Road on the rear, Pilot Power on the front. :dthumb:

[rogue]

120/60 is stock for a sv650, 120/70 is stock for a sv1000

either will fit, its just the aspect ratio.

Mayhap my front is a 65. When these were gotten I was told it wasn't stock size....but then again, the guy coulda been wrong. :idk: I really need to get the PDF manual again.

[Dnyce]

i cross referenced a few things, everything said 120/60 is stock.

if you got a 65 on there now, i doubt u would be able to tell the dif if you went to a 60 or a 70 since u said u arent a aggressive rider.

the rear is a 160/60 stock

160 is the width, 60 the aspect ratio/height, 17 is the rim size

so for the front, if you got a 65 now, then no matter what direction you go (120/60 or 120/70) its only a 5% change. width is the same, so no prob fitting the rim.

if u went with a 170/70 rear(itll fit the rim, but check the chain clearance and swingarm clearance) and a 120/60 front, u would be lowering the front a tiny bit, and raising the rear alil, so i would think if you did ride it hard enough to notice, it would steer a lil quicker. i never rode a sv, so i dont know if you would even notice it.


and heres the manualwww.carlsalter.com (http://www.carlsalter.com/motorcycle-manuals.asp)

[Cass]

I also got my tires from swmototires.com. I'm running Pilot Road on the rear, Pilot Power on the front. :dthumb:

I'm running Pilot Sport front (yes, old) and Road 2 rear and i HEART the Road2!! dunno if I'll put it on the front when I replace it, I will likely go to a Power, to stay sport-oriented for the front. That combo has worked really well for me :)

Oh, and my front is 120/60 stock :dthumb:

[rogue]

i cross referenced a few things, everything said 120/60 is stock.

if you got a 65 on there now, i doubt u would be able to tell the dif if you went to a 60 or a 70 since u said u arent a aggressive rider.

the rear is a 160/60 stock

160 is the width, 60 the aspect ratio/height, 17 is the rim size

so for the front, if you got a 65 now, then no matter what direction you go (120/60 or 120/70) its only a 5% change. width is the same, so no prob fitting the rim.

if u went with a 170/70 rear(itll fit the rim, but check the chain clearance and swingarm clearance) and a 120/60 front, u would be lowering the front a tiny bit, and raising the rear alil, so i would think if you did ride it hard enough to notice, it would steer a lil quicker. i never rode a sv, so i dont know if you would even notice it.


and heres the manualwww.carlsalter.com (http://www.carlsalter.com/motorcycle-manuals.asp)

Thanks! :dthumb:

[rogue]

I had the size of my front tire wrong. It's a 120/65 on the front. Doh! :bonk:

Does anyone know with certainty if a 120/70 front & a 1&0/55 rear will fit my SV?

[Dnyce]

I had the size of my front tire wrong. It's a 120/65 on the front. Doh! :bonk:

Does anyone know with certainty if a 120/70 front & a 1&0/55 rear will fit my SV?

120/70 yes

180/55..this is a sv650 right? then probably not. what size rim is on the back?

[rogue]

120/70 yes

180/55..this is a sv650 right? then probably not. what size rim is on the back?

Would that be somewhere on the rim I can look? If so, I can step outside & take a quick look.

[Dnyce]

Would that be somewhere on the rim I can look? If so, I can step outside & take a quick look.

yep, on the spokes. should say dot 5.0x17, or something, on one of the spokes, on one side only

[rogue]

yep, on the spokes. should say dot 5.0x17, or something, on one of the spokes, on one side only

17'..blah...blah...blah....4.50...

I guess it's not going to fit?

[Dnyce]

17'..blah...blah...blah....4.50...

I guess it's not going to fit?

nope. sorry-that was a gd deal you were gettin too..probably still worth gettin the front

[Cutty72]

a 180 won't fit on the stock rear rim. a 170 might.

if you want to run a 180 or 190, do the GSXR swap. Talk to Arrah Arrah, I know he did it to his SV.

[rogue]

nope. sorry-that was a gd deal you were gettin too..probably still worth gettin the front

Bummer. :(

Thanks for the help! I really appreciate it! :)

[Dnyce]

a 180 won't fit on the stock rear rim. a 170 might.

if you want to run a 180 or 190, do the GSXR swap. Talk to Arrah Arrah, I know he did it to his SV.

shes got a 170 on there, but she was getting a sweet deal on some pp take offs. doin the swap is probably a bit much just to get a deal on a set of tires lol

[Cutty72]

shes got a 170 on there, but she was getting a sweet deal on some pp take offs. doin the swap is probably a bit much just to get a deal on a set of tires lol

right, but 180s are more common, so swapping it out may be more benificial in the long run :idk:

[Dnyce]

right, but 180s are more common, so swapping it out may be more benificial in the long run :idk:

seems like just 180 take offs are more common

the swap does look cooler tho, but a waste imo if you arent maxxin out the stock sv susp to begin with

[Cutty72]

seems like just 180 take offs are more common

the swap does look cooler tho, but a waste imo if you arent maxxin out the stock sv susp to begin with

I agree (but after getting on a better suspended bike... it's not hard to do)

[Dnyce]

I agree (but after getting on a better suspended bike... it's not hard to do)

they suck that bad, or just lack of adjustability?

[Cutty72]

they suck that bad, or just lack of adjustability?

Both.

Too soft, and lack of adjustablity makes it worse.

Personally, the rear is usable, but the forks need work/replacement for serious riding.

[rogue]

I still have a gix shock that I was going to put on my bike. But a couple of friends told me that with my weight, the stock shock was good enough so I haven't done it.

Are 180's truly more common of a tire? If so, it may eventually make a rim swap worth it in the long run if the rim isn't much.

What about the swingarms? How would a wider rear rim/tire effect them?

[was92v]

While a 180 may be more common, it may not be what is best. A larger tire will slow the handling down. A 160 or 170 will give plenty of grip on an SV and keep the handling sharper.
Take offs are cheap, but are a hassle to change every 500-800 miles unless you have to run them and change them yourself.
A super sport tire will give you about half the mileage of a sport-tour tire and for most of us the ST tire will work just as well in 99% of street rides. I am running Bridgestone BT-021's (not 020) on my CBR600 and I have no trouble sticking with riders on SuperSport tires, while sport riding. I just buy fewer tires, less often...

[rogue]

While a 180 may be more common, it may not be what is best. A larger tire will slow the handling down. A 160 or 170 will give plenty of grip on an SV and keep the handling sharper.
Take offs are cheap, but are a hassle to change every 500-800 miles unless you have to run them and change them yourself.
A super sport tire will give you about half the mileage of a sport-tour tire and for most of us the ST tire will work just as well in 99% of street rides. I am running Bridgestone BT-021's (not 020) on my CBR600 and I have no trouble sticking with riders on SuperSport tires, while sport riding. I just buy fewer tires, less often...

Those look like a good tire.....

[was92v]

I've nothing but good stuff to say about them so far. I like them better than the BT014's I ran before these, especially the front.

[Dnyce]

While a 180 may be more common, it may not be what is best. A larger tire will slow the handling down. A 160 or 170 will give plenty of grip on an SV and keep the handling sharper.
Take offs are cheap, but are a hassle to change every 500-800 miles unless you have to run them and change them yourself.
A super sport tire will give you about half the mileage of a sport-tour tire and for most of us the ST tire will work just as well in 99% of street rides. I am running Bridgestone BT-021's (not 020) on my CBR600 and I have no trouble sticking with riders on SuperSport tires, while sport riding. I just buy fewer tires, less often...

all troof,

but i even though i guess u can consider 180's are more commo-that doesnt mean 160's or 170's are rare. if what u got now works well for u, doin the swap is worthless. cutty said its too soft, but he's way heavier than you. stick with what ya got

[Phenix_Rider]

160s are just as common as 180s, and much more common than 190s. Mainly because you see tons of SVs, and now 650Rs racing in club events Lots of older supersports used 160s also. Only problem is, most of the package deals (both tires for the price of a rear) are for 180/55s and 190/50s. You can put a 180 on an SV or 650R, but it's far too much work swapping the swingarm and reindexing the sprocket for too few benefits.

[marko138]

I can get a set of regular Pilot Powers for $195, plus tax right now. I would charge you a handling fee for me to run out and get them for you. And then shipping. You're better off finding something locally by that point.


So basically your post is worthless.

[Cutty72]

all troof,

but i even though i guess u can consider 180's are more commo-that doesnt mean 160's or 170's are rare. if what u got now works well for u, doin the swap is worthless. cutty said its too soft, but he's way heavier than you. stick with what ya got

You calling me fat?!?!?! :fu2:

Guess it depends on how you like your suspension set up. I like it on the stiff side.

[Dnyce]

You calling me fat?!?!?! :fu2:

Guess it depends on how you like your suspension set up. I like it on the stiff side.

if you were her size, that would explain why you think buells arent underpowered
:whistle:

:lol:

lol so calm down, shes like a size 4

[ceo012384]

Where do you usually find the best deals on tires?
Vendor at the track ;)

[HRCNICK11]

I have a stack of Diablos in my basement, When they had the buy a rear get a front. I got a set, my dad got a set, my wife got a set at work, and a friend of mine that does not ride got a set. It helped that I had a friend that already sold them and sold me the rears pretty cheap.

[marko138]

I have a stack of Diablos in my basement, When they had the buy a rear get a front. I got a set, my dad got a set, my wife got a set at work, and a friend of mine that does not ride got a set. It helped that I had a friend that already sold them and sold me the rears pretty cheap.

:lol: Such a generous friend you are.

[HRCNICK11]

I thought I'd use them up in a year or two but I forgot I'm married and we don't ever ride anymore.