New Front Tires

[rtotten]

I need new front tires for my 2013 RTL. Open for suggestions. I have over 20K on the original Kendas.

Thanks,
Rick

[jcthorne]

We have installed a lot of sets of Yokohamas for lots of happy customers. Simply a great tire for the Spyder.

[tehrlich]

Any car tire will be an upgrade. I have Yokohamas that James Thorne in Houston mounted. It is an amazing difference. A Spyder is so much more than what it can be at stock components.

[trikermutha]

Federals work well too

[Tango]

Vredestein is the top rated tire. Great write ups on their performance. Check "Tire Rack". Tom

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Vredestein is the top rated tire. Great write ups on their performance. Check "Tire Rack". Tom

Tom I know Netzley couldn't get them for you ( had to buy 50 ) ….. So I guess you did get them …..from who ?? what size ?? …. what cost ???? ….who put them on ???? ………… this info will assist others who are looking …..Thanks ..Mike

[DGoebel]

I need new front tires for my 2013 RTL. Open for suggestions. I have over 20K on the original Kendas.

Thanks,
Rick

I run the Federal Formoza's on My '13 RTL wonderful improvement, have driven in monsoon rains at highway and backroads speeds with my (MSgt, USAF, Retired) wife on the back. She was very happy with them as well.

David
TSgt, USAF, retired (and my Spyder's been re-tired with Federal's)

[Tango]

Mine were made in the Netherlands. Tom

[SpyderAnn01]

The Federal Formoza and Yokohamas have been rated on the European Union Tire labeling system and the Formoza had a better wet grip rating than the Yokohama.

[Rick H.]

Due to all the differences of opinions and riding style and ability, you are never going to know how a specific tire is going to handle, or last, until you personally try it on your vehicle. There are far too many good tires on the market to get a realistic opinion of their potential because everyone rides and drives differently. What I feel may be a terrific tire on my vehicle and with my riding style may turn out to be a totally different experience for someone else. Then you can throw a curve ball on the entire issue of tires based on how people maintain them. Do they check tire pressure daily, weekly, monthly or only when their vehicle goes in for service? How is the vehicle alignment, shocks, etc.? Talking tires other than to say don't buy cheap is a total waste of time. First hand experience is the best teacher in this area. It's akin to asking what engine oil is best?

Rick H.

[KX5062]

Another vote for the Federal Formoza here. I've tried several different tires over the years and miles, but so far they are the best and as a bonus they do come in the stock size so there's no guesswork about fitment.