Vredstein Tires

[RapidSpyder]

Thank you, it's nice to hear Opinions based on factual info ….. rather than " well my Tushy thinks " etc. …… :roflblack::roflblack: …….. Mike hyea:

Well, sometimes we need to listen to our tush too, hence the term “flying by the seat of your pants”.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Well, sometimes we need to listen to our tush too, hence the term “flying by the seat of your pants”.

:roflblack: ………. If the " Tush " belonged to Emmerson Fittipaldi or Ayrton Senna or Lewis Hamilton , I would listen to it. But I don't think yours is in that class :dontknow:...……………… Mike hyea:

 

[bobbobtar]

I run a 205/55R15 on the rear of 2014 RT-S (OEM 225/50R15) a lot more choices, less than 1" difference in width. https://tiresize.com/comparison/

 

[MeudtPG]

Bottom Line Up Front (BLUF) I should have done sooner!


So after my post about tire repair, BlueKnight911, Canamjhb and a few other recommended going to a car tire and BlueKnight even recommended Vredestein
Quatrac 5 I went ahead an took the advice of others that have way more experience with the Spyder than I do and made the purchase.

Got in about a 200 mile ride today, all I can say is thanks for the suggestion. Immediately I noticed how much easier the bike turns and handles in the curves I do not feel like I have to fight it and the ride quality is greatly improve, the bumps are not nearly as jarring as with the Kendras. I now feel that I have to do the rear, I don't know if this makes any since but I kind of feel like with the fronts being so planted that I really notice how crappy the stock rear tire is I felt like the back was stepping out more than before or maybe I had a bit of added confidence and hit the corners harder or maybe it;s just me justifying the need to add a matching rear.

Hi Chasinsparks, I see your 2016 RTL front OEM tires are the same as the 2018 RTL. What size Vredestein Quatrac 5 front tires did you install for this improvement?

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Hi Chasinsparks, I see your 2016 RTL front OEM tires are the same as the 2018 RTL. What size Vredestein Quatrac 5 front tires did you install for this improvement?

I don't know what Chasinsparks bought ….. but others here have mounted the 175/55-15 on their RT's …… Mike hyea:

 

[Chasinsparks]

I have a 2016 RTL, I put on the 175/55/15's and they are are great

 

[Chasinsparks]

Sorry late with the reply 175/55/15

 

[MeudtPG]

Thanks BLUEKNIGHT! Going to replace my rubber wheel valve stems with steel stems for the new FOBO2 sensors so now would be a great time to replace the 2018 RTL OEM tires with Vredestein Quatrac 5 tires.
In your professional opinion is this the optimal Vredestein Quatrac 5 tire set size for this tire upgrade? FRONT: 175/55-15 REAR: 205/60R15

I don't know what Chasinsparks bought ….. but others here have mounted the 175/55-15 on their RT's …… Mike hyea:

Found the rear 205/60R15 https://simpletire.com/vredestein-205-60r15-8714692315558-tires

 

[MNF3]

What would be the best size for a 2016 F3-t?

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Thanks BLUEKNIGHT! Going to replace my rubber wheel valve stems with steel stems for the new FOBO2 sensors so now would be a great time to replace the 2018 RTL OEM tires with Vredestein Quatrac 5 tires.
In your professional opinion is this the optimal Vredestein Quatrac 5 tire set size for this tire upgrade? FRONT: 175/55-15 REAR: 205/60R15


Found the rear 205/60R15 https://simpletire.com/vredestein-205-60r15-8714692315558-tires

Vredestein also makes a 215/65-15 and I'm confident it will fit any RT …. F-3 ????? I not sure …. PM Peter Aawen or Peteoz , I think they ( or someone else ) has used this size on an RT …… But specifically to your Question Yes those sizes F & R will fit nicely - others here are using them ….. PLEASE try 15 psi for front & 18 psi for rear......This seems to be the best Air pressure, for total performance & comfortable ride …. This is for any weight Driver plus Passenger …. It's a very long explanation as to WHY they work ….. I have posted that info in other Threads …..good luck …. Mike hyea:

 

[Tango]

Vredestein also makes a 215/65-15 and I'm confident it will fit any RT …. F-3 ????? I not sure …. PM Peter Aawen or Peteoz , I think they ( or someone else ) has used this size on an RT …… But specifically to your Question Yes those sizes F & R will fit nicely - others here are using them ….. PLEASE try 15 psi for front & 18 psi for rear......This seems to be the best Air pressure, for total performance & comfortable ride …. This is for any weight Driver plus Passenger …. It's a very long explanation as to WHY they work ….. I have posted that info in other Threads …..good luck …. Mike hyea:

Listen to Mike! :thumbup: Tom :spyder:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

What would be the best size for a 2016 F3-t?

The same as " MeudtPG " is using …… Mike hyea:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Listen to Mike! :thumbup: Tom :spyder:

Or Peter Aawen ….. Mike hyea:

 

[MNF3]

Thanks!

 

[Tango]

Or Peter Aawen ….. Mike hyea:

Was trying to come up with a handle for you Mike. How are these? "Tire Doctor"; "Tire Doc"; "Sultan of Tires"; "Tire Guru"; "Master Tire Tech". :2thumbs: Tom :spyder:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Was trying to come up with a handle for you Mike. How are these? "Tire Doctor"; "Tire Doc"; "Sultan of Tires"; "Tire Guru"; "Master Tire Tech". :2thumbs: Tom :spyder:

:roflblack::roflblack: ….. In my former profession ( LEO ) I was fortunate enough to get some very specialized training ( to be an accident investigator ). ….. The courses I took had a lot to do with Tires, ie how they are made , how they work, what causes failure , how PSI effects the how the tires respond, & Hydroplaning etc...( Peter Aawen is very familiar with these subjects )….. I have tried to share my knowledge with the members here so that the tries they buy are - the ones that will perform best in all aspects ie. traction wet & dry & a comfortable ride.... Todays auto tires have come light years in the performance and safety area's...… Is the difference in these area's from one make to another Hugh - No, it isn't. But for the sizes Spyders can use we are limited in Brands that make them ….. I believe our members should know which tire is above the others in performance. The most expensive tires are not always the best. The Vredestein Quatrac 5 isn't the most expensive, but it isn't the least expensive either..... I feel it is the BEST tire CURRENTLY available for Spyder use...… ( right now Simple Tire co. has the Quatrac 5 in 205/60-15 for the rear, for $60.00 a real bargain ). When I ride my RT, I push it to the limits ( & occasionally beyond ) when I'm in the " Twistie's " ( on low traffic roads & only when they are dry ) …. Wet road riding is sometimes un-avoidable, you really, really want ( and deserve ) is the best you can have - from a Safety standpoint. The Spyders Stability Control function is a real life-saver in this area, but the Best wet weather tire helps the VSS system …… WOW did I get off-track from what I started to answer …….. " Sultan of tires " :roflblack: is cute but not necessary ……… To sum this up, the true key for Auto tires on any Spyder is the PSI you use. I have mine at 15 psi front and 17 psi rear, and these will work for any Spyder at any load, including towing ( a tongue weight of 40lbs. max ) …………. Ride safe - ride happy ………. Mike hyea:

 

[grieppc]

pw I thought you traded up to avoid tire replacement

 

[VegasSpyder]

Hey Blueknight911.. retired Vegas LEO here too.
Thanks for the very lengthy technical write ups.

Stay safe.

 

[PW2013STL]

pw I thought you traded up to avoid tire replacement

That was for my wife's :roflblack:

My 2015 F3s has Quatrac 5's on the front and will have one on the rear soon. If the rear handles like the front ones do - watch out trying to keep up in the twisties!

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Hey Blueknight911.. retired Vegas LEO here too.
Thanks for the very lengthy technical write ups.

Stay safe.

Good on you Bro :clap: ….. Myself & Peter Aawen have knowledge to share and we try to …… If you thought mine was lengthy ….. You'll think Peter writes books :roflblack: …… If & when you need new rubber - seriously look at the " Vredestein's " …… I have been recommending them now for about 6 mos., and all that have them are very, very happy with them …… I hope you try the PSI's I & Peter suggest also …… Thanks ….. Mike hyea: