Need new front tires on 2010 RT - any recommendations?

[jwulf74]

I have Kendas on my pedal bike. They suck. I do have the OEM's on the Spyder and as soon as they are in need of replacement, I personally won't buy another. Cheap Chinese crap that doesn't balance well or hold air well.

Same goes for the Toyo's. Had a set on the GTO and despite the billing as s great street tire, they were the hardest crappiest tire that would not keep traction that I ever owned. Switched to Goodyear and never had a problem.

Like Bob said though...It all depends on your experiences. Others have probably had better experiences with those brands than I did and are perfectly happy with them...or they don't know what they are missing...

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Here you are, from post #29. I think I see you referring to Kenda's as being at the bottom.

"OF MY PREFERRED LIST"..........the preferred list does not include the worst tires... NOW DO YOU UNDERSTAND??? :dontknow: :yikes: :roflblack:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

149 mph

Mike
It's good to know that you're prepared for 149mph blasts up the Northway,.. :thumbup:
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoSpeedRating.dos

Robert, if you have the choice of two $75 tires, one rated at 149 mph, and one rated at 110 mph; which one is the one to buy? Personally, I think the 149 MPH tire is safer... you may not feel this way. IMHO... Mike

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Bottom

I believe you said "bottom" ... see your post # 29.

Yes, I did BUUUT... Read Post #42 :agree:

 

[Bob Denman]

Actually; buying tires based solely upon their speed ratings; is kind of like buying soda based solely upon it's calorie count...
There's a lot more in there to worry about. :thumbup:
But I'm actually not a fast rider anyway!

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Mike
It's good to know that you're prepared for 149mph blasts up the Northway,.. :thumbup:
http://www.discounttire.com/dtcs/infoSpeedRating.dos

Not on my Spyder - That only does 118 mph... Now my COBRA on the other hand, that is a different story :gaah: :agree:. For that I have Nitto 555 Speed rated "W" tires!

 

[Bob Denman]

:thumbup: But I was already pretty sure that you'd be shopping in other places for the proper meats for THAT beauty! :thumbup:
By the way... If the Missus was to buy a FF Mk IV complete kit; how much should it take to complete it in time and $$? :shocked:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Performance ratings

What does a "V" rated tire give you when you put it on a vehicle that probably makes it to the "H" rating speed at best?

:dontknow::dontknow::dontknow:

For the same price would you rather pick up a 50 lb load with a rope rated for 50 lbs, or a rope rated for 100 lbs? It's the same with tires or ladders or anything else. If it's built stronger, it's less likely to break... Is this a concept that's hard to understand??? :yikes: :yikes: :yikes:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

With all respect, why do you consider those tires to be defecient? Saying "but the company also makes wheelbarrow tires..." Or something similar is like telling me not to use Dial Soap because the company also makes dog food (yes, the company really does make both.)

What I am really asking is:"What is it about the tires that makes the tires deficient?"

I'm done trying to help out on this question! ... So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES... :banghead:

YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER, BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......Ride safe on your KENDA'S... Mike

 

[OldCowboy]

Actually; buying tires based solely upon their speed ratings; is kind of like buying soda based solely upon it's calorie count...
There's a lot more in there to worry about. :thumbup:

:agree: Just because a tire is rated at 165 MPH, it doesn't make it better than one rated at 110 MPH. Most of us will never exceed 110 MPH for any extended time, so both tires are equally safe for the usual :spyder2: ryder. Other considerations come into play when choosing a tire. Things like wet and dry traction, ryde quality, tire noise, cornering stability, ryde comfort, cost and treadwear.

 

[Bob Denman]

:bdh:Has this horse been sufficiently tenderized yet?? :bdh:

 

[SPYD3R]

I'm done trying to help out on this question! ... So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES... :banghead:

YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER, BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......Ride safe on your KENDA'S... Mike

Mike, some people just don't get it, won't get it, can't get it... Stop knocking your head against the wall my friend... :banghead: Those of us who know, already KNOW... :yes: Those of them that don't, just don't... :dontknow:
I rest my case... opcorn:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

:thumbup: But I was already pretty sure that you'd be shopping in other places for the proper meats for THAT beauty! :thumbup:
By the way... If the Missus was to buy a FF Mk IV complete kit; how much should it take to complete it in time and $$? :shocked:

YOU ARE KIDDING, RIGHT?
Bob, that's like asking, why buy a tire rated for 149 MPH? :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack:.. there are approx. 1000 variables to your question. :gaah:

 

[Bob Denman]

(I knew that...) :roflblack::roflblack:
But for argument's sake; lets's assume that it's the rear-IRS equipped setup, and with their wheels....
A carbbed 5.0 up front with a Tremec behind it...
Stainless rollbar (ONLY ONE) and exhaust...
No crazy paint; just the typical twin stripes down the center... (Blue/White)
What should it take to get from the box to the driveway :dontknow:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

(I knew that...) :roflblack::roflblack:
But for argument's sake; lets's assume that it's the rear-IRS equipped setup, and with their wheels....
A carbbed 5.0 up front with a Tremec behind it...
Stainless rollbar (ONLY ONE) and exhaust...
No crazy paint; just the typical twin stripes down the center... (Blue/White)
What should it take to get from the box to the driveway :dontknow:

Bob, I only know what I'm capable of; any more than that's still only a S.W.A.G. at best. Like I said previously but probably underestimated approx. 1000 variables to determine what someone else's build time would/could be... Now on the other hand, I do have a mostly built COBRA DAYTONA COUPE (the fastback) with a 391 cu.in. stroked Ford Windsor eng... 435 HP est. at the crank... It has AC, and for HER, I'd sell it at a loss... Mike, and if you ask for pics :gaah:

 

[Bob Denman]

:shocked: The Daytona Coupe?? :shocked: :bowdown: :bowdown:
That wasn't the convertible that she was looking for...
But I'll trot it past her, and see if she bites.
Get your pictures ready! :thumbup:

 

[Dan_Ashley]

I'm done trying to help out on this question! ... So everyone PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE, buy and use KENDA TIRES... :banghead:

YOU CAN LEAD A HORSE TO WATER, BUT YOU CAN'T MAKE IT DRINK :bdh: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: :roflblack: .......Ride safe on your KENDA'S... Mike

Just because I don't understand the logic by which you make assertions, does not mean that I disagree (or agree) with that assertion. I merely asked you, in a calm and respectful manner to explain your thought process. :chill:

 

[shelbydave]

For the same price would you rather pick up a 50 lb load with a rope rated for 50 lbs ... or a rope rated for 100 lbs?? It's the same with tires or ladders or anything else... If it's built stronger, it's less likely to break. Is this a concept that's hard to understand??? :yikes: :yikes: :yikes:

Sorry I asked... I've been shopping for tires, and the v rated start at about double the price of the same size H.

:agree: Just because a tire is rated at 165 MPH, it doesn't make it better than one rated at 110 MPH. Most of us will never exceed 110 MPH for any extended time, so both tires are equally safe for the usual :spyder2: ryder. Other considerations come into play when choosing a tire. Things like wet and dry traction, ryde quality, tire noise, cornering stability, ryde comfort, cost and treadwear.

Thank you for answering this...

 

[Silvervette05]

oem size and specs are the best way to go, buy quality not price

 

[rjgraph]

got a 2010 RTS and feel the front tires need replacing. Are there any sizes that won't have problems with the nanny? Also, is there a brand and style that has been tested and recommended by others who have tried other sizes??

2012 RT Tires P165/65-R14

I am also having trouble finding tires. Every time I look it up P165/65 - R15 comes up. Can I use that size? I thought the R-14/15 was the rim size.

Mike, I cannot find the P165/65 R14 tires my bike says I need. All I see is the R15's