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RTS front tires
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IdahoMtnSpyder
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Buying new ones! :roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack::roflblack: Sorry, I couldn't resist!
Federal Formoza, Federal Evo, Kumho Ecsta, Continental Contiprocontact, Yokohama, Hankook, Mastercraft, and who knows what else. And.... some do buy Kendas from their dealer. That's why the best thing is do a search. You'll be about halfway to knowing what to do by the time your brain goes fuzzy and eyes get bleary.
Sorry you're not getting a better and more complete answer, but...... there ain't one!
IdahoMtnSpyder
Active member
There are several good reasons why there is no short good answer to your question. There are several choices out there. You have to find one that fits your wallet and fits the Spyder. The rim isn't much of a problem. It's finding a tire that will fit under the fender that can be a problem. A given size varies from one tire to the other. Then there are questions about mileage, stiffness, smoothness, and traction. Differences of opinion abound so you have to pick the one you're most comfortable with. And then, to top it off is availability. Most tire models eventually disappear, some about the time we find out they're a good choice. And then some come and go like the Federal Formoza. I couldn't find any but a few days later several members reported being able to order them. Then there's the issue of who will mount and balance. All dealers will install the OEM Kendas. Some will install car tires. Some car tire dealers will sell and install tires to fit the Spyder rims, and they may or may not remove the front wheels for you. No car tire dealer has been willing to remove the rear tire, besides we wouldn't want them to if they're not experienced with it. Some car tire dealers will install tires you bring in, and some won't.
You will easily spend two to four times as much time figuring out what tire you want to switch to as you will in actually changing the tires.
You will easily spend two to four times as much time figuring out what tire you want to switch to as you will in actually changing the tires.
Bob Denman
New member
When I finally change mine out; I'll let you know!
Deanna777
Well-known member
I am running Continental Contiprocontact Size: 165/60R15 on the fronts. The originals were changed last year @ 12,807 miles. This will be my first full riding season with the above tires. I have 3, 193 miles on them. I have a 2014 RTS-SE6. The spyder handles great, and no nanny problems.
I even got caught in a thunder storm last year with the new Continental Contiprocontact tires. The spyder handled great on the wet road.
Deanna
taxmyzer
New member
Just had a new set of these installed.
Decided to replace front Kenda's on my 2013 RT-S with these:
New set of Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 in 175/55R15. They fit like a glove and feel a heck of a lot better than the Kenda's. The stiffer sidewall is noticeable when cornering which is welcomed as I tend to ride some what aggressively. The steering response also feels much improved I'm definitely looking forward to putting a lot of miles on this season. The rear Yokohama S-Drive and the front Hankook's seem like a winning combination. Let the riding begin.....
Decided to replace front Kenda's on my 2013 RT-S with these:
New set of Hankook Ventus V4 ES H105 in 175/55R15. They fit like a glove and feel a heck of a lot better than the Kenda's. The stiffer sidewall is noticeable when cornering which is welcomed as I tend to ride some what aggressively. The steering response also feels much improved I'm definitely looking forward to putting a lot of miles on this season. The rear Yokohama S-Drive and the front Hankook's seem like a winning combination. Let the riding begin.....
Buckeye Chuck 54
New member
Front tire reply
I ride a lot,as in many miles.
My original Kenda front tires lasted 23,000 miles. I took my 2014 RT-S to have the front laser aligned.
The dealer was astonished they lasted so long, so after the alignment I replaced with the same Kenda's.
The second set lasted 6300, I thought the laser caused it. I took it back and it all checked out perfect.
I then tried Federal Evo's in the stock size. They lasted 43,000 miles but the ride wasn't all that great,
and they were dry rotted. I then tried the Kumho Solus KH16's in a 155-60-15. They lasted 48,706 miles
and weren't down to the wear bars yet, but the edges were worn out. I replaced them with the same Kumho's
in the same size. These tires are not directional, meaning I can change them left to right. Every 5000 miles
I switch. I'll ride these tires as long as I can still get them. I have 2 car tire dealers that will change them
no questions asked. I pull my bike in and get a lot of questions about the bike, but not the tires.
Running a tire that has a "60" series, instead of a 55 will slow down the engine some. With stock tires the
engine would spin 3100 at 60 mph, running a 60 front and rear the engine spins at 3000 at 60
There's a lot of opinions on tires, but there's one opinion everyone has, Kenda tires are not a good tire.
Buckeye Chuck
I ride a lot,as in many miles.
My original Kenda front tires lasted 23,000 miles. I took my 2014 RT-S to have the front laser aligned.
The dealer was astonished they lasted so long, so after the alignment I replaced with the same Kenda's.
The second set lasted 6300, I thought the laser caused it. I took it back and it all checked out perfect.
I then tried Federal Evo's in the stock size. They lasted 43,000 miles but the ride wasn't all that great,
and they were dry rotted. I then tried the Kumho Solus KH16's in a 155-60-15. They lasted 48,706 miles
and weren't down to the wear bars yet, but the edges were worn out. I replaced them with the same Kumho's
in the same size. These tires are not directional, meaning I can change them left to right. Every 5000 miles
I switch. I'll ride these tires as long as I can still get them. I have 2 car tire dealers that will change them
no questions asked. I pull my bike in and get a lot of questions about the bike, but not the tires.
Running a tire that has a "60" series, instead of a 55 will slow down the engine some. With stock tires the
engine would spin 3100 at 60 mph, running a 60 front and rear the engine spins at 3000 at 60
There's a lot of opinions on tires, but there's one opinion everyone has, Kenda tires are not a good tire.
Buckeye Chuck
IdahoMtnSpyder
Active member
If you haven't already, see my comment here. http://www.spyderlovers.com/forums/...za-165-55-15&p=1240870&viewfull=1#post1240870
superbuytires.com is the same as Wheel and Tires Superstore, LLC.
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