New Tires

[fireplug98]

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.

[Gwolf]

Self-explanatory - slips in Reese Hitch

[Revalden]

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.

[308gunner]

The new Kenda Kanine 20 tires are available now...let's see who tries them out and give a review..

[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?

[DougE]

I put the 175/55/15 vredestein quatrac 5 on my 2013 Rts yesterday and they fit fine.

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

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 …….

[Highwayman2013]

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

[troop]

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.

[Yeochips]

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!

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

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

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

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

Well the 165/60-15 Q-5 fits perfectly ....the 5mm size difference has " zero " effect on fitment .... 5 mm = less than 1/4 in in width ..... the tire / fender clearance ratio will never change ... it's static .... meaning - if it doesn't touch anything when you mount the tire ....It never will ....., Mike