Tire availability? 165/55R15

[bayoumanPIBE]

I have a 2021 F3 Ltd.

I want to stay (if possible) with the same size (165/55R15) to fit the wheels I have now.

But, I can only find Kenda and Vee Rubber. I do not want either.

I'd at least prefer the Federal Formoza, Achilles ATR-K Economist...but, I'm game to review other tires.

It seems as if 165/55R15 are either backordered for quite a while or discontinued.

Does anyone know where this sized tire can be purchased?

Thanks all.

P.S. - Another question...are there any other sizes which fit the stock sized wheels?

 

[Bfromla]

Check with SpyderPops https://www.spyderlovers.com/spyders/www/delivery/ck.php?zoneid=14 They put on a Yokohama for the rear. I had nice lil ride there & back couple times. Maybe about time for some rubber up front.

 

[PW2013STL]

You can put 165/60R15 on the front without any issues. That's what we have on both our 2020 and 2021 RT's. Ran the same size on our 2018 and 2015 F3's.

 

[Hoginedgewood]

When I replace the front I want a wider tire, the factory tire lets the rim protrude further than the tire. That was bad when we trailered it.

 

[bayoumanPIBE]

For those skimming, the stock tires on my 2021 F3 Ltd are sized: 165/55R15

I also need to add, I have upgraded the wheels to the PPA brand during the build process when it arrived from BRP. I never got to ride it completely stock.

I have an appt Tuesday to have these brand new Kendas replaced for the 3rd time since it was put together back in March, but with a different brand this time. I am also going to have the dealership lower the tension on the belt to go along with the belt tensioner. All this is due to shaking in the front end, even though the fenders do not bounce (smooth) unlike the dash board and windshield bounce (which is bad). I have another post with details on what's been done.

@PW2013STL - You recommended 165/60R15. Do you know if these will have issues as mentioned in the next paragraph with the 175/55r15's?

Another recommendation is: 175/55-15 Possible ISSUE: I was told these new one piece fenders have metal clips that hold the wire loops in place touch and can possibly cut the inside of the tire. I may have to flatten those clips out. The clips are welded to the fender mounting bracket.

I was going to cancel my appt because of the no tire availability thing, so if I can find any which will not give me more issues like having to cut on the bike.

“I’m going to need those tires ASAP. So, if you could do that, that’d be great...” That's not exactly what Bill Lumbergh from Office Space said...but, it's close. LOL

I'm up for additional suggestions...I'd like to not have to cancel the appt...riding season is coming to a slow crawl before too long.

Thanks all.

 

[PW2013STL]

@PW2013STL - You recommended 165/60R15. Do you know if these will have issues as mentioned in the next paragraph with the 175/55r15's?

Another recommendation is: 175/55-15 Possible ISSUE: I was told these new one piece fenders have metal clips that hold the wire loops in place touch and can possibly cut the inside of the tire. I may have to flatten those clips out. The clips are welded to the fender mounting bracket.

I was going to cancel my appt because of the no tire availability thing, so if I can find any which will not give me more issues like having to cut on the bike.

“I’m going to need those tires ASAP. So, if you could do that, that’d be great...” That's not exactly what Bill Lumbergh from Office Space said...but, it's close. LOL

I'm up for additional suggestions...I'd like to not have to cancel the appt...riding season is coming to a slow crawl before too long.

Thanks all.[/QUOTE]
I had issues with tire rubbing the fender when I ran 175 tires, but none with the 165.

These are what I recommend.

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/tire...&sidewall=Blackwall&partnum=66HR5QT&tab=Sizes

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

When I replace the front I want a wider tire, the factory tire lets the rim protrude further than the tire. That was bad when we trailered it.

A wider tire would help with the Rim issue, but not in your case. You would need ( probably ) at least a 205 size , which is absolutely not going to fit. The difference in width between a 165 and 175 is less than 1/2 in ....divided by 2 = less than 1/4 in. ..... good luck ....Mike :thumbup:

 

[bayoumanPIBE]

Yeah, the Vredestein QUATRAC 165/60R15are on backorder as well.

These sized tires are practically extinct. The local major brand tire dealers don't even show them in their warehouses and (out of curiosity) ask me what am I trying to put them on...

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Yeah, the Vredestein QUATRAC 165/60R15are on backorder as well.

These sized tires are practically extinct. The local major brand tire dealers don't even show them in their warehouses and (out of curiosity) ask me what am I trying to put them on...

Is that tire the " Quatrac " ....or the previous model the " Q-5 " ????? , the Q-5's were in short supply because they were no longer being imported .....Mike :thumbup:

 

[bayoumanPIBE]

@BLUEKNIGHT911 - I am not sure. @PW2013STL shared the tire rack link above.

Doing a tire rack search for those sizes, it only shows 3. Vredestein Quatrac, Vredestein Quatrac 5 and the Continental CONTIPROCONTACT (which the ratings are not near as good).

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/Tire...5&rearWidth=165/&rearRatio=60&rearDiameter=15

I'll keep searching and continue being opened to all suggestions. Thanks all.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

@BLUEKNIGHT911 - I am not sure. @PW2013STL shared the tire rack link above.

Doing a tire rack search for those sizes, it only shows 3. Vredestein Quatrac, Vredestein Quatrac 5 and the Continental CONTIPROCONTACT (which the ratings are not near as good).

https://www.tirerack.com/tires/Tire...5&rearWidth=165/&rearRatio=60&rearDiameter=15

I'll keep searching and continue being opened to all suggestions. Thanks all.

That link will get you where you need to go ..... type in TWO tires and your zip and they will tell when they can send them ..... good luck .... Mike :thumbup:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

Yeah, the Vredestein QUATRAC 165/60R15are on backorder as well.

These sized tires are practically extinct. The local major brand tire dealers don't even show them in their warehouses and (out of curiosity) ask me what am I trying to put them on...

" what I am trying to put them on ".... I ONLY buy On-Line and opt NOT to answer .... WHY ??? - because these are Auto tires and the sellers will / may not sell them to you for LEGAL reasons .... even though there are NO ISSUES ... Spyder Wheels are " J " type and so are Auto tires .... Real Mtc. tires won't fit on Spyder wheels - PERIOD ..... Mike :thumbup:

 

[mikthebik]

I'm in need and am going for the 175/55/15s. Plenty available. Closer in daimeter to stock, just a we bit fatter.
Shouldn't be a problem for my "new" 2015 F3S..:2thumbs:

 

[Piratezz]

Even 175-60/15, are going to fit beautyfully, I run Michelin's on front, and they fit like a glove, no issues whatsoever with rubbing against the innerfender.

 

[troop]

Sooo ... A 175/55 will fit inside the F3(S) fenders with no rubbing or contact? I see Tire Rack has the new Vredestein in stock.

 

[mikthebik]

All good feedback for the 175/55 & 60. Haven't been on the forum for years and now finally have an F3. Don't know if it's a well known site here, but just found tire-calac.com. Great site if your researching and concerned about fitment.

 

[Rattlebars]

running these and love them (Thanx Mike). One must shim the fenders toward the bike using a pair of lock washers @ the bracket mounts. Complete details @ the link in my signature.

Never had a problem with the nannny.

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

All good feedback for the 175/55 & 60. Haven't been on the forum for years and now finally have an F3. Don't know if it's a well known site here, but just found tire-calac.com. Great site if your researching and concerned about fitment.

From personal experience, I wouldn't count on it for accurate tire sizing ..... It is a mathematical size .... actual size can be considerably different .... I check with the manufactures actual size, especially if it's going to be a tight fit ..... good luck ... Mike :thumbup:

 

[BLUEKNIGHT911]

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running these and love them (Thanx Mike). One must shim the fenders toward the bike using a pair of lock washers @ the bracket mounts. Complete details @ the link in my signature.

Your welcome .... you did leave out the " 1 " before the " 85 " .... as in " 185 / 55 -15 ..... you will love them for traction .... But the NANNY won't :gaah::roflblack::roflblack:...............Mike :thumbup:

 

[mikthebik]

Thanks for the 185 suggestion, but this being my first set after first purchase, I think I'll stick with the 175s, as they should be closest to stock, and the rear has a new stocker. I'm just a newbie after 55 years on two wheels and i'm just starting to feel and understand what that third
wheel does, above and beyond just cruisin' and being cautious in the twisties. It'll be a wee bit before I challenge the nanny. The front
needs alignment and balance, plus the belt tension needs checking. There's what feels like a combination of toe out and front imbalance causing a
shake at about 45-55 mph when a road irregularity is encountered. The severity goes away above 55. It darts at lower speeds (50 -) and turns
in with difficulty at higher speeds. I'm too new to know what is "normal" but this seems like an issue with toe. I need new fronts, so a good time
to get the alignment done, plus I'll do a belt check (Krikit is on the way). My wife is accusing me of having fun, and she's right..hyea: