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Tire update. Just for info, not starting a discussion or argument.
Some info to add into the mix on tires.
I just got three new tires from Netzley tire.
On the front, Derick installed two Kumho Solus KH16.
On the rear, a Cooper MASTERCRAFT LSR Grand Touring.
I've only got about 90 miles on them so far.
On the back roads, the Spyder responded much better than with the Kendas.
On the highway at speed, the Spyder handled like it was on rails.
I'm looking forward to the Spyder Clutter in New Holland PA.
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Well then...no discussion shall we have.....kind of a pointless post...but....
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I don’t think it was pointless. He was sharing info that others might find interesting.
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Originally Posted by ThreeWheels
Some info to add into the mix on tires.
I just got three new tires from Netzley tire.
On the front, Derick installed two Kumho Solus KH16.
On the rear, a Cooper MASTERCRAFT LSR Grand Touring
I've only got about 90 miles on them so far.
On the back roads, the Spyder responded much better than with the Kendas.
On the highway at speed, the Spyder handled like it was on rails.
I'm looking forward to the Spyder Clutter in New Holland PA.
What sizes did you get?
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Originally Posted by bigbadbrucie
What sizes did you get?
Kumho Solus KH16 Front Tires
Cooper Mastercraft LSR Grand Touring rear
Yes Mazo EMS2, just sharing information for others to use as they wish.
This is why I don't post much on this forum anymore.
Another a$$hat I have to put on my ignore list.
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Originally Posted by ThreeWheels
Kumho Solus KH16 Front Tires
Cooper Mastercraft LSR Grand Touring rear
Yes Mazo EMS2, just sharing information for others to use as they wish.
This is why I don't post much on this forum anymore.
Another a$$hat I have to put on my ignore list.
So fwiw we are doing our best for valuable members like you to want to come back and post. We will and are giving vacations including permanent bans to those that made this forum less than friendly and not what Lamont intended when he started the site. All the mods hope to see you and others post more.
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Yes Mazo EMS2, just sharing information for others to use as they wish.
This is why I don't post much on this forum anymore.
Another a$$hat I have to put on my ignore list.
Well I suppose it's just another example of taking something in the wrong context, but in any case...my reply was only pointing out that you weren't looking for discussion or argument.
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The greater question is what was the reason for pointing it out? Simply move along or thank for the post and everyone’s fine. Hopefully no one is posting for the sake of argument.
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I for one, appreciate it when those who ditched their Kendas for another tire give us their impressions. Its obvious that the Kendas are problematic, to say the least and I wonder what possess BRP to continue using them. Two brands top the list of replacement car tires and some day, I will be making my choice, so post on all you who have made the switch and I will gladly read your comments.
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Originally Posted by Mazo EMS2
Yes Mazo EMS2, just sharing information for others to use as they wish.
This is why I don't post much on this forum anymore.
Another a$$hat I have to put on my ignore list.
Well I suppose it's just another example of taking something in the wrong context, but in any case...my reply was only pointing out that you weren't looking for discussion or argument.
I hope you understand at this point no one took it in the wrong context. It may be one that you didn’t intend but the context was clear.
Ok I’m done, back to your regularly scheduled programming.
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It's all good here. A simple mis-understanding. Everyone involved is OK.
And yes, we are bending over backwards to make this an informative and friendly site. A few trouble makers have been given vacations and the BS level has been diminishing.
We welcome back those who have felt bad about what some say and do. We ain't perfect, but we are working on it.
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But what size were the tires?
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Originally Posted by LeftCoast
I hope you understand at this point no one took it in the wrong context. It may be one that you didn’t intend but the context was clear.
Ok I’m done, back to your regularly scheduled programming.
LeftCoast, from another perspective, I did take Mazo’s post in a different context, so maybe the context is not as clear as you think it is. I thought it was just a humourous comment on not starting a discussion. We do need to be careful that we are not offended just “because we can be”, and without looking at a comment from different perspectives
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Fair enough, and thanks for the feedback, posting can leave a confusing implication sometimes.
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Harrington, Australia
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Setup for Tall & Big.... 200cm/6'7", 140kg/300lbs, 37"inleg.
HeliBars Handlebars
Brake rubber removed to lower pedal for easier long leg/Size 15 EEEEW boot access.
Ikon (Aussie) shocks all round.
Russell Daylong seat 2” taller than stock (in Sunbrella for Aussie heat & water resistance)
Goodyear Duragrip 165/60 fronts (18psi) - provides extra 1/2” ground clearance.
Kenda Kanine rear.
2021 RT Limited , Brake pedal rubber removed for ease of accessing pedal with size 15 boots. Red
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I am looking for a tire for the rear ,be nice to know what size people are using .And why the change in size .
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Hi ThreeWheels,
I am also running the Kumho Solus KH16s on my 15 RT in the 155/60 R15 size and have run a couple of sets on our Rts. We traded the wifes RT-S at 44,000 so not sure the longevity, but the ryde and handling as well as the balance with less weights was good. As always its good to know the sizes as we dont have Netzleys out here, but we can and could source the Kumhos and Cooper tires; its good to hear that there are choices out there. Right now we are running the General Altimax RT43s on the rears in the 215/60 profile and other than the good ryde, like the correction of speed to due to the slightly taller tire (greater circumference). YMMV
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Originally Posted by stmike 1800
I am looking for a tire for the rear ,be nice to know what size people are using .And why the change in size .
There are many including me who use the 215/60R15 size because there are many choices of tires in that size. I use the General Altimax RT43.
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These are the tire sizes. Sorry for any confusion.
Kumho Solus KH16 Front Tires 175/55/15. These tires seem about an inch wider than the OEM Kendas. The Kendas had started to cup.
Cooper Mastercraft LSR Grand Touring rear 215/60/15. This replaces a Kumho Ecsta I had tat was wearing out.
If I remember, I'll post back in about a month with more impressions.
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215 on the rear doesn't get it too close to the belt?
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My mistake Peter. I was thinking 205 was the OEM width. I'm in the learning process here.
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I agree Kendas are a very bad choice. Change oil and change tires. Totally unaceppetable on any other vehicles. Running KUMHO directional on back . can am dealer will not help you in my neck of the woods KC MO. Go to where they sell sling shots have equipment and know how. I took new kumho tire and bike. they changed balanced installed rear wheel $150. US Very pleased ran great to Spyder fest in all weather. Can Am wants to sell tires is what I think. What a money maker for them. What a POS product for life depending and we have no spares. Safe riding everyone see you at the next rally.
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Originally Posted by stmike 1800
I am looking for a tire for the rear ,be nice to know what size people are using .And why the change in size .
I bought a Federal Formoza FD2, 215/60R15 94V from my local Les Schwab tire store. They were even able to mount it for me. (A fellow biker friend who was willing to give it a try.) The reason why I changed was the higher mileage I expect from the standard tire. I notice no change in handling.
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