-
Very Active Member
Hey Everyone !!!
It's funny how to each their own.
I like the OEM tires. Granted, I ride a bit hard.
I've tried a couple different tires on my RT's in the past and my current F3L.
I keep going back to the Kendas.
I'm getting better stick in the corners. The other tires I've tried have been too loose for me.
As far as highway, haven't had any issues. Seem pretty smooth to me
Of course, I have to change out my rear tire every 8-9 thousand miles but to me that's worth the grip.
Stay Safe,
Tommy J.
F3L SE5 Black -- F4 windshield w/wings, Reggie LED headlights, driving lights & Cyclops LED, Ultimate seat, Fox shocks, BajaRon swaybar, Lamont highway centerline pegs & 3rd peg, Lamont belt tensioner, K&N air filter, Baker air wings & cup holder, CanAm hitch.
-
Very Active Member
-
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by BLUEKNIGHT911
Based on what users from this Forum have said …. Dry traction very good …. Wet traction good - however many have said the wet traction diminishes starting at about 15,000 mi..... IMHO the wet traction is the most important factor in a rear Spyder tire..... There are much better tires, priced similar, the rear tire does NOT have to be a 225/50-15 ….. ride happy -ride safe …. Mike
I have a Khumo on the rear and even it only lasts 15,000 miles it's still cheaper to replace mount and balance than one of my truck tires.
2015 RTS SE6 Special Series Red/Black w/Magnesium front fenders(bought in Nov. 2018 w/9,400 miles)
Dynojet Power Commander V, Power Commander POD-300 Display, PCV Map Switch, Pedal Commander (WOW)
Passenger Arm Rests, Windshield Air Wing
Baja Ron's Sway Bar & Spring Adjusters
Air Scoops, LaMonster's Hiway Pegs
Magnetic Mirror Mounts, Air Innovations Seat Cushion
Red Chrome pin striping on Black hood
Federal Formoza AZ01 front tires (they're GREAT)
Kumho Ecsta AST KU25 All-Season Tire - 225/50R15 91H
LED bars above radiator inlets
LED brake/running/turn signals on license plate frame
Tag-Along trailer
LED headlights LED fog lights (WOW)
2" x 2" Road Lights inside front fenders
7' x 10' Cargo trailer
Garmin 396 LM GPS
RLS Cat-delete resonator with China Akropovic muffler
New Banshee AGM
M3 TPMS on front tires
Remote Control for Heated Jacket and Heated Riding Pants
Analog Clock and Analog Volt Meter
Loose Nut Behind Handlebars
-
Active Member
The new Kenda Kanine 20 tires are available now...let's see who tries them out and give a review..
-
I have a 2017 Spyder F3. With all the conversation about tires, I have the urge to replace the front tires with Vredestein. The only size available that's close to the stock 165/55R15 is the 165/60R15. The diameter is .65" larger and I'm hesitant about clearance between the fender and the tire. There's not much room there. The 155/60R15 is really close diameter wise, just sacrificing some width. Has anyone tried this change?
-
Active Member
I put the 175/55/15 vredestein quatrac 5 on my 2013 Rts yesterday and they fit fine.
-
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by German
I have a 2017 Spyder F3. With all the conversation about tires, I have the urge to replace the front tires with Vredestein. The only size available that's close to the stock 165/55R15 is the 165/60R15. The diameter is .65" larger and I'm hesitant about clearance between the fender and the tire. There's not much room there. The 155/60R15 is really close diameter wise, just sacrificing some width. Has anyone tried this change?
That's the size I bought - it was about $16.00 less per pair at Tire Rack …….
-
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by German
I have a 2017 Spyder F3. With all the conversation about tires, I have the urge to replace the front tires with Vredestein. The only size available that's close to the stock 165/55R15 is the 165/60R15. The diameter is .65" larger and I'm hesitant about clearance between the fender and the tire. There's not much room there. The 155/60R15 is really close diameter wise, just sacrificing some width. Has anyone tried this change?
If that worries you too much, there are Federal Formoza's or Evo's available in the stock size that work very well.https://www.ebay.com/b/165-55-15-Car...71/bn_86739533
2016 F3 Limited
2019 Ryker Rally
2014 Suzuki V Strom 650
2020 CSC TT 250
-
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by German
I have a 2017 Spyder F3. With all the conversation about tires, I have the urge to replace the front tires with Vredestein. The only size available that's close to the stock 165/55R15 is the 165/60R15. The diameter is .65" larger and I'm hesitant about clearance between the fender and the tire. There's not much room there. The 155/60R15 is really close diameter wise, just sacrificing some width. Has anyone tried this change?
I have a pair of Vredesteins waiting for me to install on my F3-S. Gotta believe someone here has these, or other 165/60R's mounted on a F3.
2022 RT Sea To Sky
--------------------------------
-
Just put on car tire on my RT....I am very MAD at myself for not doing it sooner! I read all the treads on what tire ect…… I picked what I felt was best for me. I must confer with Lugwig….DO IT!
-
Very Active Member
Originally Posted by troop
I have a pair of Vredesteins waiting for me to install on my F3-S. Gotta believe someone here has these, or other 165/60R's mounted on a F3.
I introduced the members here to the Q-5 about 4 mos. ago ..... approx. 35 - 40 ( or more it's hard to tell ) members have tried them and no one has not really liked them ..... the 165/60 -15 is the perfect size for any Spyder ....... Mike
-
Very Active Member
Posting Permissions
- You may not post new threads
- You may not post replies
- You may not post attachments
- You may not edit your posts
-
Forum Rules
|