What is the average mileage I should expect out of a rear tire?

[Bill Davis]

I have 7,000 miles on the bike and the dealer is saying the rear tire needs to be replaced.
It's down to the 1st wear bar. Any feedback?

Thanks,
Bill

[flamingobabe]

The OEM tires are soft....I got about 10k on my OEM 2013....I went to a Kuhmo.....should get about twice the mileage

[scooterexpress]

still using my oem rear i have 18k but its due going to toyo proxy

[5PYD3R]

Have 8500 on my rear and my Kumho Ecsta AST should be in today

[Hawk]

I got around 10 if I remember correctly. It all depends on how you drive it, load, etc. Most people get 8-12K. I replaced mine with the Kumho ECSTA AST. Alot of people have replaced it with that with great results. Plus it looks cool, IMO.

[Bob Denman]

I only got 7,000 miles out of my OEM tire...
A lot of it can depend on how you ride, and the roads that you're on.
Did the center tread section wear out first? That could be an indication of under-inflation...

[frenchek]

I am sorry to say I only got 3500 miles before the wear marks were showing. {2013 rt } I just bought a kumho to replace it. I guess I better start to lighten up on the throttle and brake !!:rolleyes:

[tigerdr]

Look for a Kumho or Falken tire. More milleage guarantee.

[Jeriatric]

As has been said, there are lots of variables to tire wear.

RT rear tire with close to 16K on it and has another 5+K left for safe operation.

[happyspyder2039]

I have 7,000 miles on the bike and the dealer is saying the rear tire needs to be replaced.
It's down to the 1st wear bar. Any feedback?

Thanks,
Billdepends a lot on the tire pressure being run at. My 09 RS I got 13k out of rear & could of gone longer but chose to change before a 1500 mile trip to be safe.

[pjweimer]

and I had another Kendra put on. What was I thinking???:banghead:

Now have 13,000 plus. I am about to sell this 2012 RT Limited to a friend. He has a fairly light touch on a throttle and he may get a full season of riding before he needs to replace it. I have advised him to NOT go back to OEM, Kumho seems to be a better bet.

Now I am eager to see if the rear tire on the 2014 RT Limited will be the same short timer as they have been on the 2012. Who knows maybe there have been enough comments from owners for BRP to advise Kendra to use a different formulation.

[SDM]

The hubby (Tobor 9) has 25,000 miles on his rear tire.:clap: Middle is worn so he will probably be looking to replace it in the near future. Will probably get the OEM's again.

[Bob Denman]

If you guys got 25,000 miles out of the Kenda; I see no reason to change either! :clap: :2thumbs: :congrats:

[ARtraveler]

OP: I don't see where you mention what year you are driving. I have heard 2013 and up have softer tires and do not get as much mileage as we have been used to.

On all my Spyders--2008 - 2011, I have experienced 13K to 15K on the rear tires and 20K to 23K on the fronts. Have replaced tires on all but the 2011 (10,000 miles so far).

As a high mileage driver, I for one would not like tires going out at 7K or so (seems about half the usual). Time will tell once the 2014's get some beta testing. Upside: that kind of mileage is typical for a lot of motorcycles--but I still don't like the trend.

[NancysToy]

That's not great, most RT owners are seeing 10K-15K, with GS/RS owners somewhat less. I understand the 2013 tires wore very quickly. Rear tire wear depends a lot on the speed you ride, tire pressure, the rider/passenger/cargo load, the types of roads you ride, and your riding habits. It is hard to pinpoint an average.

Be sure you are actually to the wear bars. There are similar bars that are higher, which serve to push water out to reduce hydroplaning. These water bars will show much more quickly than the wear bars. The wear bar locations are marked by tiny triangles molded into the tire sidewall. A lot of owners and dealer replace tire prematurely, mistaking the water bars for the wear bars.

Those used to automotive tire wear rates will be dismayed by the Spyder tire mileage. Those used to touring motorcycles are usually satisfied, or even pleased with the increase. My BMW tires cost more and last about half as long. There are few automotive tires available in acceptable sizes to fit the Spyder, but automotive tire construction may be better. Be careful if you switch, however. Be sure to select a tire that has adequate wet and dry traction capability and the correct speed rating. There is more to selecting a motorcycle type tire than just the mileage.

[Dib52]

Just replaced the rear two weeks ago after 10k. Usually we're 2 up, running 70-75 on the interstate on concrete here in Tx. Heck, even the "back roads" we can run +60 mph on asphalt. It was probably ready for a change out at 9000, but I pushed it a bit further.

[Ivorspyder]

I got 15000 on my rear.Replaced it with a car tire.Have done 11000 on it and still going strong.
ivor

[Dudley]

I have 7,000 miles on the bike and the dealer is saying the rear tire needs to be replaced.
It's down to the 1st wear bar. Any feedback?

Thanks,
Bill


Without reading any other posts, here is my $.02 worth...ride it like you want to, to enjoy it. Change the tire when you think you need to. A dealer will try and scare you into anything if you let him. When YOU feel like the tire is not safe YOU make the decision.

[hill27]

I have 13k on my rear tire and when the time come I will put a kumbo on it.

[captblack]

2011 RT - got 20K on the rear and 28K on the front. Replaced with OEM...

[MrBones]

Just wondering who you guys have install car tires on your bike? Do most dealers do it or independent bike shops?

[jtoro1]

My dealer installed it I got it on line kumho, my oem lasted 18k

[arntufun]

This guy only gets a 100 miles out of his..............


https://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_detailpage&v=JgU76kMLLHQ

[lyonsden]

My OEM I got about 9500 miles and the center was bare. I tried every air pressure. The OEM when it needed to be replaced it hydroplaned like crazy. :shocked: I have about 8k miles on my Michelin and still looks like new. I've heard they don't make this tire anymore. What a shame.

[BobnDee]

I only got 7,000 miles out of my OEM tire...
A lot of it can depend on how you ride, and the roads that you're on.
Did the center tread section wear out first? That could be an indication of under-inflation...

I thought that if the center wears first it was due to over inflation??? Wouldn't an under inflated tire wear the sides first, as there is not enough air to push the center in full contact???

[MrBlonde]

I thought that if the center wears first it was due to over inflation??? Wouldn't an under inflated tire wear the sides first, as there is not enough air to push the center in full contact???

Yup that's what I thought as well,if they wear on the outside toe out too far,inside wear toe in too much?? Think that's right :)


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[NancysToy]

I thought that if the center wears first it was due to over inflation??? Wouldn't an under inflated tire wear the sides first, as there is not enough air to push the center in full contact???
Normally, that would be the case, but with a wide, thin-ply tire like the OEM Kenda there can be other causes. Underinflation reduces the tire rigidity, allowing the center to ballon more readily from centrifugal force, so the center wears from underinflation, too. The thin carcase and relatively flexible belts also allow the center to balloon at hig speeds, so if you do a lot of freeway riding the Kenda will wear faster in the center, too. The rules don't always apply in this case.....

[Don in E Texas]

My '08 - new tire at 9,000 miles with a Kumo
My '10 - new tire at 8,200 miles with a Kumo (pick up the tire today - install next week)

YMMV

Don