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Feb 17, 2008 16:34:12 GMT -5
Post by rj2para on Feb 17, 2008 16:34:12 GMT -5
Oops no I have now looked closer. I actually have a BT020 on the back.
150/70 ZR17m/c
Seems to be a contact fit until I get on :-) but then holds the road very well.
Now looking for a front tyre currently a Metzeler.
110/80 -17 M/C 57H
Does the tyre profile matter as currently I have 70 on the back and 80 on the front?
I was thinking of a Bridgestone 110/70 ZR17 54W for the front to match the rear?
Any thoughts?
Cheers Roger
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Feb 18, 2008 3:28:06 GMT -5
Post by McF on Feb 18, 2008 3:28:06 GMT -5
Looks like you have the right sizes. Haynes says: Front = 110/80 - 17 57H Rear = 150/70 - 17 69H these are for the NTV 600 and NTV 650
I'm no expert on tyres, but for my bikes, I'd always prefer the same make, and preferably "model" of tyres front and rear.
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Feb 18, 2008 14:17:13 GMT -5
Post by rj2para on Feb 18, 2008 14:17:13 GMT -5
Cheers McF I was thinking of playing safe. Bridgestone it is then.
Ta Roger
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Feb 19, 2008 13:19:09 GMT -5
Post by buzzin on Feb 19, 2008 13:19:09 GMT -5
Just to add to the list: I currently have BT45s on it too I have a Michelin Pilot Road tyre standing here to go on next.....as well, I got it with the bike...I'll see how that is...
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Feb 19, 2008 14:45:48 GMT -5
Post by rj2para on Feb 19, 2008 14:45:48 GMT -5
Thanks for the input, just wanted to make she that there was not a special tyre you all felt I needed to try :-)
Did you paint the white wheels or was that a standard option?
Your bike looks good with all the paniers, have you taken her to europe yet?
Roger
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Feb 21, 2008 5:28:49 GMT -5
Post by buzzin on Feb 21, 2008 5:28:49 GMT -5
The white wheels were standard on the red revere here I believe.... Europe? That's where we live right? Haven't taken her anywhere yet really, no vacations (with normal weather) since I got my license
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Feb 21, 2008 15:13:39 GMT -5
Post by rj2para on Feb 21, 2008 15:13:39 GMT -5
oops good point, English head on also spotted you are not uk based either.. I just have a wish to take a bike on the continent at some point and yours looked set to travel with all the panniers. White as standard thats radical, I assumed my silver wheels were the standard. When did you pass you test then I did mine last October. Roger
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Feb 22, 2008 7:45:18 GMT -5
Post by buzzin on Feb 22, 2008 7:45:18 GMT -5
Don't worry, I figured you meant the continent. Well the paniers are nice for travel, although I don't much care for the look of the rack when I don't use them (which is most of the time). The previous owner did a horrible job at mounting them, so non of it is symetrical, and it's too much hassle to straighten it. So my advise: get throwover bags, just as easy to use, and non of the rack mountings. Only difference, they are usually not as waterproof as the paniers....although I don't asume they are 100% waterproof either. Softbags are also ALOT cheaper.... Are you going alone, or with a passenger? On my next bike...if I ever get one, I'll go for soft side bags, and a hard topcase (like the one I have now) My galleryI passed my exam last november, had the bike before that though....never driven it before passing my exam...I'm not crazy
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Feb 24, 2008 10:20:31 GMT -5
Post by rj2para on Feb 24, 2008 10:20:31 GMT -5
You are quite correct I did mean the continent. I have been over in a car before with the family and driven to Andora and at some point plan to go bak and explore some more. No fixed plans yet but it will be solo on a bike to get the most out of those mountain roads ;D I notice from your gallery your bike seems to have gained or lost a screen. Do you think it is worth adding one as I am tinking of this currently? R.
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Feb 24, 2008 17:42:21 GMT -5
Post by buzzin on Feb 24, 2008 17:42:21 GMT -5
The newest pictures are the first ones So yes, I added a small screen (it only costs around 10 pounds new) for comfort. It won't give you 100% cover, but it takes some of the wind presure of you as you drive at higher speeds. And if you feel annoyed by the wind, just hug the tank for a while and your out of the airflow...nice I think it doesn't take away too much from the bikes looks...but it's personal.... As you can see from the bike....I am more practical that going for looks. If I may suggest a destination: The eifel in Germany....very nice motoring... One tip if you travel on the continent: Make absolutly SURE your bike parts are legal. E.g. Exhausts in germany (actually all parts) should have an E-mark on them. If you plate appears Dutch (and well UK plates do from a distance) they might be more prone to check. The Dutch biker scene invades Germany everytime there is a bit of sunshine...so they check on them a bit more This is partly because in the Netherlands itsself there are no real rules enforced about bike parts (there is also no MOT). Germany however choses to enforce their rules, even on foreign bikes....A bit mean if you ask me....but hey, I have nothing to worry about...mine is bog-standard
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Feb 25, 2008 5:45:38 GMT -5
Post by Paul Mason on Feb 25, 2008 5:45:38 GMT -5
Hi I have Michelin Macadams on my NTV - they give excellent grip & handling & the wear rate seems very good. Cost £125 the pair from M & P's on one of their many special offers. As to the Maxis tyres (radials, not the barracudas) I have them on my MZ Skorpion (it came with them) not too bad in the dry but pretty awful in the wet (& this is a light bike that will out handle most, including the NTV) so I would keep well away from them!!!
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Mar 23, 2008 4:46:44 GMT -5
Post by everydaybiker on Mar 23, 2008 4:46:44 GMT -5
If like me you spend a lot of time in the saddle and have high mileage as one of your priorities, I just got 16k out of my rear Avon Roadrider. Just got a new one yesterday mainly because MOT is in two day's time and I'd rather go with a fresh tyre, but the old one would have probably gone for another 1000 or so before getting to the legal limit. Considering that a lot of those miles are pretty upright on the motorway I was pleased to see how well it had retained its profile i.e. not too 'squared-off'.
Derek
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Sept 17, 2008 15:14:37 GMT -5
Post by jaz66 on Sept 17, 2008 15:14:37 GMT -5
Hi just an update on my tyres avon roadrunners. Rear Front How have they been? handled last winter ok wet handling alright Starting to feel the white lines a bit more now thought it was tyre pressure but check it was ok. Fitted last august at 41k+ ridden everyday mileage now 48k+ How do they look for that mileage? Previous post growell.proboards49.com/index.cgi?board=tech&action=display&thread=194&page=4cheers Jaz
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Sept 18, 2008 4:21:23 GMT -5
Post by buzzin on Sept 18, 2008 4:21:23 GMT -5
On the rear, is that a crack in the tyre, or just dirt? Ow....and the dutch word for it would be "schaamranden" (meaning you didn't drive on the sides of the tyre enough and the sides seem new ) Other then that, they look reasonable, but I might not be the best judge as I haven't gone through a complete new-to-worn tyre cycle yet Avon....I'm not even sure if I could get those here....
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Sept 18, 2008 18:49:59 GMT -5
Post by jaz66 on Sept 18, 2008 18:49:59 GMT -5
Hi buzzin Yeah, you got me there, i aint no Rossi thats for sure.. Only way i think i will ever be getting my knee down is if my hips, ar5e and elbows all follow it ... ;D Have to admit to not pushing the tyres to the max, but recently have had a couple of 'Zen' moments, when i have felt right in tune with the bike and the road, not many admittedly but when they come it does put a great big grin on my face... Guess i'm just beginning to trust myself to push and lean that bit further every time. Ps I think the english translation of "schaamranden" might be Chicken 5hit.....very true.. Enjoy & ride safe jaz
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