Dunlop tires!

Semmessporty · Apr 8th, 2008, 10:30 PM

About how many miles can I expect out of the Dunlops that came on my 07 Sporty? I am an easy rider. I don't abuse my scooter!

glider · Apr 8th, 2008, 10:33 PM

As a general rule, you can expect about 10K out of the rear and half again as much out of the front tire.

Hobbit · Apr 9th, 2008, 11:38 AM

you have different rules on tires then we do over here, what i may think is not good to ride on you may dissagree, i change mine when they start to square off and fall into corners instead of the nice rolling action, if you ever saw my tires after 7K you would understand, i am very cautious with tires as the are my only contact with the road, i do not deviate from stock sizes but once the dumflops are gone i will fit the new Avon Cobra tires

Goshawk · Apr 9th, 2008, 04:22 PM

I got rid of the dunlops on my Sportster at 500 miles.They were rough riding
on the freeway, tracked in road grooves and would slide and spin in the corners.

bikermonkey · Apr 9th, 2008, 05:14 PM

Treadwear rating - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia

That link will explain treadwear rating numbers,, which is what you as a rider need be concerned with, however extreemly few seem to be aware even exhist. A higher treadwear number can mean a longer wearing tire, but it's also harder,, so if you are in a wetter climate, or daily ride twisties,, this may not be the best tire for you. Also a low treadwear number usually is a softer tire, which will grip better on the curves, usually stop faster, but will wear faster. You need a tire that fits "most" of your normal riding conditions for your area. So when tire time rolls around, look at the treadwear number on the sidewall, research a little an make a smart decision based on your particular needs.Tread pattern, that's another story.

Zamadan · Apr 9th, 2008, 05:45 PM

Still have the original Dunlops on mine, sitting at 14000k or about 8200 miles and still have 1/2 tread left. Happy with them, just a personal choice I guess.

Fourdogs · Apr 9th, 2008, 08:29 PM

I have Dunlap tires..no problems at all. I have 'bout 44,880 miles on my Road King. I seem to replace rear tires ever 10 k, and today at 44,880 I put on my 3 rd front tire. So avg just over 22,000 miles on the front.

smitty901 · Apr 9th, 2008, 10:17 PM

Dunlops have served me well on both bikes
On touring bike 11+ on FB 10,000 I ride it a little harder

Apr 8th, 2008, 10:30 PM	#1 (permalink)
Semmessporty Start The Engine Ride: 2007 Sportster XL883L Join Date: Jan 26th, 2008 Posts: 12	Dunlop tires! About how many miles can I expect out of the Dunlops that came on my 07 Sporty? I am an easy rider. I don't abuse my scooter!

Apr 8th, 2008, 10:33 PM	#2 (permalink)
glider Community Liaison Ride: 07 Road King Classic Join Date: Jun 21st, 2007 Posts: 11,626 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! As a general rule, you can expect about 10K out of the rear and half again as much out of the front tire. __________________ Psssst! Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. click me!>>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Apr 9th, 2008, 11:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
Hobbit Moderators Ride: 2009 Custom Street Bob Join Date: May 18th, 2007 Location: The Shires UK Posts: 4,353 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! you have different rules on tires then we do over here, what i may think is not good to ride on you may dissagree, i change mine when they start to square off and fall into corners instead of the nice rolling action, if you ever saw my tires after 7K you would understand, i am very cautious with tires as the are my only contact with the road, i do not deviate from stock sizes but once the dumflops are gone i will fit the new Avon Cobra tires __________________ Please stop by the "self help section" for maintenance tips, diagnostic codes and much more. >>Self Help Information and Tips<< click me!

Apr 9th, 2008, 04:22 PM	#4 (permalink)
Goshawk Start The Engine Ride: 2007 1200 Roadster Join Date: Mar 28th, 2008 Location: Lakewood, Washington Posts: 43 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! I got rid of the dunlops on my Sportster at 500 miles.They were rough riding on the freeway, tracked in road grooves and would slide and spin in the corners.

Apr 9th, 2008, 05:14 PM	#5 (permalink)
bikermonkey Play The Throttle Ride: 2002 Fatboy, name "Seabiscuit" Join Date: Oct 24th, 2007 Location: Corbin, Kentucky Posts: 308 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! Treadwear rating - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia That link will explain treadwear rating numbers,, which is what you as a rider need be concerned with, however extreemly few seem to be aware even exhist. A higher treadwear number can mean a longer wearing tire, but it's also harder,, so if you are in a wetter climate, or daily ride twisties,, this may not be the best tire for you. Also a low treadwear number usually is a softer tire, which will grip better on the curves, usually stop faster, but will wear faster. You need a tire that fits "most" of your normal riding conditions for your area. So when tire time rolls around, look at the treadwear number on the sidewall, research a little an make a smart decision based on your particular needs.Tread pattern, that's another story. __________________ Don't make me pick you out of my carburetor.

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Apr 9th, 2008, 05:45 PM	#6 (permalink)
Zamadan Play The Throttle Ride: 2007 FLHT Electra Join Date: Jul 22nd, 2007 Location: Alberta Posts: 189 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! Still have the original Dunlops on mine, sitting at 14000k or about 8200 miles and still have 1/2 tread left. Happy with them, just a personal choice I guess.

Apr 9th, 2008, 08:29 PM	#7 (permalink)
Fourdogs Community Star Ride: 2004 Roadking Join Date: Sep 16th, 2007 Posts: 641 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! I have Dunlap tires..no problems at all. I have 'bout 44,880 miles on my Road King. I seem to replace rear tires ever 10 k, and today at 44,880 I put on my 3 rd front tire. So avg just over 22,000 miles on the front.

Apr 9th, 2008, 10:17 PM	#8 (permalink)
smitty901 Moderators Ride: 2007 Road glide Join Date: Jan 1st, 2008 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 2,418 My Mood:	Re: Dunlop tires! Dunlops have served me well on both bikes On touring bike 11+ on FB 10,000 I ride it a little harder __________________ The Infantry leads the way

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