Those that have replace your rear tire on your RT?

[DJFaninTN]

OK, we all know there are more than a few New Rear Tire Questions that can be found on here, but some of them kind of go off subject and get in a pissing contest. I am getting ready to replace mine after 14k miles on the stock tire and finally found a dealer who is willing to replace the old tire with what tire I pick.

My question is this for those of you who have replaced your tire with a non Kendra tire. What tire did you choose and how many miles have you put on your new tire? Oh, and what PSI are you running?? I've narrowed my selection down to the following and leaning towards the Yokohama or Michelin. Not interested in going back to a Kendra tire.

Yokohama S-Drive 205/55 R15

Michelin Premier A/S 205/60 R-15

Dunlop Direzza DZ102 205/50 R15

General Altimax RT 43 215/60-15

[Richardv]

OK, we all know there are more than a few New Rear Tire Questions that can be found on here, but some of them kind of go off subject and get in a pissing contest. I am getting ready to replace mine after 14k miles on the stock tire and finally found a dealer who is willing to replace the old tire with what tire I pick.

My question is this for those of you who have replaced your tire with a non Kendra tire. What tire did you choose and how many miles have you put on your new tire? Oh, and what PSI are you running?? I've narrowed my selection down to the following and leaning towards the Yokohama or Michelin. Not interested in going back to a Kendra tire.

Yokohama S-Drive 205/55 R15

Michelin Premier A/S 205/60 R-15

Dunlop Direzza DZ102 205/50 R15

General Altimax RT 43 215/60-15

I wouldn't use the Dunlop ! It is too small, and Dunlops have a tendency to be on the hard side.... 20 -22 psi should be enough.

Have you looked in the Kumho Ecsta AST in 225/50R15... we have 3 of them and a Toyo proxies 4 and are happy with them.... just so that you know.... ;-)

[AeroPilot]

Replaced the wifes SE6 RT-S Kenda with a Kumho Ecsta AST at 12,000 miles, and then again with the Kumho at 38,000 miles. We run 25-26 psi cold which heats up to 30ish during the ride.
My OEM Kenda was changed out for the Kumho at 13,500 miles and looks like we're on good rubber for this riding season. Like JT says, it depends on how you ride and what you want from the tire. Everything is a compromise between longer life (harder compound and construction) and sticky grip (softer compound), and what you want to pay for a tire.
In Florida, I assume that you will have warmer temps and as long as you have some good rain grooves, you should be good with any of your list. Good Ryding

[Devious56]

Well, I rode from Jacksonville Florida to Kissimmee and and had them install a Kumho Ecsta AST in the OEM size (225/50-15). I had 11,000 on the stock tire and may have gotten another 1,000 but decided I wanted something better. I've put about 1,500 on the Kumho and have no regrets, it is a much more stable ride, and has good traction. The price was good, and the service at Central Florida Power Sports was even better. Before giving it back to me, they washed it and filled the gas tank.

[spyderyderjim]

I started using Yokohama S Drive 205-55-15 in fall of 2014 on my 2014 RT Spyder;
now on 2015 F3S Touring Mod Spyder (1st Yokohama tire 15,000 miles; now on 2nd S Drive tire, in 27,000 miles).
Rear tire has excellent traction, sticks like on rails in wet or dry corners, (smoother ride than a Kumho Ecsta), good wear for a high performance tire, (I am very happy with Yokohama S Drive performance &, like Finless I will continue using S Drive tire on my Spyders). (rear tire 22#, front tires 20#).
Front Federal Formoza 165-55-15 tires also have excellent traction on wet or dry roads, smooth ride, a big improvement from stock Kenda. A great match/balance front/rear traction with rear Yokohama S Drive.
Sharing my very good tire experience in many thousands of miles on Spyders!
Enjoy your rydes.
Jim
IMG_4083 Yokohama 205-55-15 rear tire 30 % Sept 2016.jpgIMG_4090 Federal 165-55-15 Formoza AZO1 front tires F3S Sept 2016.jpg

[marty1096]

Purchased tire from Discount tire. Matched online price $76 inc tax. They wanted to know what car I needed it for. I told them Toyota Celica. Replaced rear tire today at RN, $99.00 to install. I have a better ride with less vibration....smooth. I like this tire.

[HayRog]

I've put about 1,500 on the Kumho and have no regrets, it is a much more stable ride, and has good traction. .

[bikerbillone]

Well, I rode from Jacksonville Florida to Kissimmee and and had them install a Kumho Ecsta AST in the OEM size (225/50-15). I had 11,000 on the stock tire and may have gotten another 1,000 but decided I wanted something better. I've put about 1,500 on the Kumho and have no regrets, it is a much more stable ride, and has good traction. The price was good, and the service at Central Florida Power Sports was even better. Before giving it back to me, they washed it and filled the gas tank.

Why are using the Kissimmee dealer rather than one closer?

[MikeT]

I wouldn't use the Dunlop ! It is too small

Sorry that I'm late to this party; but I'm researching rear tires. I think the OP typo'd the size. The Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is also made in the 205/55R15 size. So it is the same size as the Yokohama S Drive. If my memory is correct the UTOG for the tires are:
a. Dunlop :460 AA
b. S Drive: 300 A AA
Tire Rack rates the Dunlop better by a small amount
Is there an advantage/disadvantage to a 204/55 vs. a 205/60 vs. a 215/60??????

[wd8ajj]

Going to a BF Goodrich G-Force R1 P255/50ZR/15

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Going to a BF Goodrich G-Force R1 P255/50ZR/15

wd - I have serious concerns about a 255 fitting inside the swing-arm ....especially in the front where it attaches to the frame ... I didn't find that size But it has ....NO TREADS , it's a track / race tire , and it's DRY performance is ONLY 1/10 of 1% better than a General Altimax RT 43 ...... I wish you all the best and suggest getting the most insurance you can afford .............. Mike

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Sorry that I'm late to this party; but I'm researching rear tires. I think the OP typo'd the size. The Dunlop Direzza DZ102 is also made in the 205/55R15 size. So it is the same size as the Yokohama S Drive. If my memory is correct the UTOG for the tires are:
a. Dunlop :460 AA
b. S Drive: 300 A AA
Tire Rack rates the Dunlop better by a small amount
Is there an advantage/disadvantage to a 204/55 vs. a 205/60 vs. a 215/60??????

Mike since you are familiar with the Tire Rack ratings compare the Dunlop vs General Altimax RT 43 vs Pirelli P4 Four Season Plus .............. I think you will be surprised ..... and it won't hurt ........... Mike

[SpyderConvert]

Picked up my Spyder from its first service yesterday and the service manager at the dealership said that he was at Homecoming; he said that he was told by BRP that several dealers had lost their franchise (?) because they were installing non-Kenda tires. He said that it was a liability issue. So, my question for those that have had their tires replaced with non-Kendas, did you remove the rear wheel and take it to a tire dealer to have it mounted and balanced?

[timeless]

Picked up my Spyder from its first service yesterday and the service manager at the dealership said that he was at Homecoming; he said that he was told by BRP that several dealers had lost their franchise (?) because they were installing non-Kenda tires. He said that it was a liability issue. So, my question for those that have had their tires replaced with non-Kendas, did you remove the rear wheel and take it to a tire dealer to have it mounted and balanced?

I just put a General Altimax RT43 225/60R/15 on my 2010 RTSE5. Did this tire change myself 3 weeks ago. It took about 3hours overall since all I have are hand tools to do the job with.
I am very pleased with this tire, especially in the rain, I have 3 rainstorms on it already and it far, far exceeds the Kenda in performance!!!

I took Mike & Peter's advice and am running 19psi, I ride 2 up 99% of the time.

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[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Picked up my Spyder from its first service yesterday and the service manager at the dealership said that he was at Homecoming; he said that he was told by BRP that several dealers had lost their franchise (?) because they were installing non-Kenda tires. He said that it was a liability issue. So, my question for those that have had their tires replaced with non-Kendas, did you remove the rear wheel and take it to a tire dealer to have it mounted and balanced?

How does / did BRP get this info about the non-Kenda tire ?????? .... Did those Dealers call or fax BRP and tell them about this ????? ..... I think it's BOGUS info ............. Mike

[marty1096]

Picked up my Spyder from its first service yesterday and the service manager at the dealership said that he was at Homecoming; he said that he was told by BRP that several dealers had lost their franchise (?) because they were installing non-Kenda tires. He said that it was a liability issue. So, my question for those that have had their tires replaced with non-Kendas, did you remove the rear wheel and take it to a tire dealer to have it mounted and balanced?

No bought tire from Discount Tire, took bike and tire to Ride Now Surprise Arizona they put it on for $99 plus sales tax

[marty1096]

Picked up my Spyder from its first service yesterday and the service manager at the dealership said that he was at Homecoming; he said that he was told by BRP that several dealers had lost their franchise (?) because they were installing non-Kenda tires. He said that it was a liability issue. So, my question for those that have had their tires replaced with non-Kendas, did you remove the rear wheel and take it to a tire dealer to have it mounted and balanced?

no took to surprise AZ RN
$99 changed tire on rear

[KnightRider68]

OK, we all know there are more than a few New Rear Tire Questions that can be found on here, but some of them kind of go off subject and get in a pissing contest. I am getting ready to replace mine after 14k miles on the stock tire and finally found a dealer who is willing to replace the old tire with what tire I pick.

My question is this for those of you who have replaced your tire with a non Kendra tire. What tire did you choose and how many miles have you put on your new tire? Oh, and what PSI are you running?? I've narrowed my selection down to the following and leaning towards the Yokohama or Michelin. Not interested in going back to a Kendra tire.

Yokohama S-Drive 205/55 R15

Michelin Premier A/S 205/60 R-15

Dunlop Direzza DZ102 205/50 R15

General Altimax RT 43 215/60-15

I chose the general altimax tire for the rear. I have approximately 7K on the tire and you wouldn't be able to tell it was used
at all. I have had no issued what-so-ever with the tire. The on board computer has never complained and the speed is right on. Hope this helps.

KnightRider

[d.o.spyder-rts]

OK, we all know there are more than a few New Rear Tire Questions that can be found on here, but some of them kind of go off subject and get in a pissing contest. I am getting ready to replace mine after 14k miles on the stock tire and finally found a dealer who is willing to replace the old tire with what tire I pick.

My question is this for those of you who have replaced your tire with a non Kendra tire. What tire did you choose and how many miles have you put on your new tire? Oh, and what PSI are you running?? I've narrowed my selection down to the following and leaning towards the Yokohama or Michelin. Not interested in going back to a Kendra tire.

Yokohama S-Drive 205/55 R15

Michelin Premier A/S 205/60 R-15

Dunlop Direzza DZ102 205/50 R15

General Altimax RT 43 215/60-15

Is the dealer local? I know Panama City Cycles will only change a tire purchase there. Dale

[DJFaninTN]

Is the dealer local? I know Panama City Cycles will only change a tire purchase there. Dale

Fort Walton Beach

[2loves]

Khumo tire for me. i have 15k on mine am sure to get another 10k on it. no way will i pay the dealer for inflated prices.

[PMK]

South Florida 14 RTS, Yokohama S Drive. We typically ride 2 up, so 25 psi, if I ride solo I have tested 24 psi.

Seems many other Spyders around here are also installing Yokohama S Drives with great results.

As for mileage, no detectable wear as of yet, but no where near the use some of the others have posted.

If only they made the S Drive in a size to work on the front.

[jcthorne]

South Florida 14 RTS, Yokohama S Drive. We typically ride 2 up, so 25 psi, if I ride solo I have tested 24 psi.

Seems many other Spyders around here are also installing Yokohama S Drives with great results.

As for mileage, no detectable wear as of yet, but no where near the use some of the others have posted.

If only they made the S Drive in a size to work on the front.

Yokohama
Avid S34FA 175/55-15

[Neil Rupp]

Is the dealer local? I know Panama City Cycles will only change a tire purchase there. Dale

Are you station at Tyndall AFB. I saw your picture with the jet and your Spider. I was station there in 1963 to 1965.

[dlby]

Yoko Ono

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