Metzlers tire wear

[Jwooky]

15K. That's crazy. I got ~7500 out of my first Avon, then about same on second one.

 

[Brew]

It looks like something was rubbing that tire. That's very unusual looking wear! You can see the tire has a crown...

 

[BWG56]

I only got 1500 out of my last Avon and it was coming apart, I'll try an Avon if they ever fix the problem with the 300.

 

[Viking]

Metzler, without a doubt the best choice for our dogs.

 

[awg]

Looks like there was to much air in the tire to wear out the center. I kept using avons without a problem. But then again I don't put on the milage you guys do.

 

[pauldeepsea]

It looks like something was rubbing that tire. That's very unusual looking wear! You can see the tire has a crown...

Good eye brew after looking at things the fender was hitting the tire! Going to stiffen the shocks!

 

[Th3InfamousI]

Looks like there was to much air in the tire to wear out the center. I kept using avons without a problem. But then again I don't put on the milage you guys do.

My last Avon looked like that as well and I had two gauges that said 40lbs, so it shouldn't have been over inflated. That was after about 3-4k miles, I'm going to watch this one and may drop it to 35 if it wears like the last one.

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[pauldeepsea]

Update: almost 1000 miles on the new avons and very happy with the wear pattern. Metzlers never really fit the bbc all that well, either rubbed on the chain or the fender. So far liking the avons

 

[BWG56]

Here's another choice, Shinko, its priced around the Avon, anybody else try one of these? I like the tread design

 

[pauldeepsea]

Here's another choice, Shinko, its priced around the Avon, anybody else try one of these? I like the tread design

Looked into them but found a great price for both tires through Dennis Kirk. Paid 296 with shipping included . AV 71 rear 300 AV 72 front

 

[francoblay1]

Riding today and found this! Avons are ready to go on! Don't think I will ever go back to metzlersView attachment 26807

 

[LuLu]

Here's another choice, Shinko, its priced around the Avon, anybody else try one of these? I like the tread design

I'm running a Shinko... Wife says the bike feels softer now. Idk if it's all in her head or the fact that the Avon had a broken belt made it ride rougher.
I do love the pattern...

 

[Jwooky]

new tires in general make it feel softer, more rubber.

 

[bearman]

....replacing tires is a lot cheaper and less painful than going down in the middle of a 45 mph turn......

ask me how I know....twice....apparently I didn't learn anything the first time.

 

[BWG56]

Always remember to take it a little on the easy side until you scrub the newness, or mold compound, off the tires.

 

[TapioK]

ask me how I know....twice....apparently I didn't learn anything the first time.

Whats the plan?


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[Wills67]

I have been running the Michelin Defenders for over 3,000 miles and they still ride and look great. Then again, my rear is only a 240. Not sure they are available in the wider tires.

 

[BWG56]

Always remember to take it a little on the easy side until you scrub the newness, or mold compound, off the tires.

I just ordered new tires for my wife's car and here is a warning note with them about mold releasing compound.

"Tires are comprised of many layers of rubber, steel and fabric. Due to these different components, your new tires require a break-in period to ensure that they deliver their normal ride quality and maximum performance. As tires are cured, a release lubricant is applied to prevent them from sticking in their mold. Some of the lubricant stays on the surface of your tires, reducing traction until it is worn away. Five hundred miles of easy acceleration, cornering and braking will allow the mold release lubricant to wear off, allowing the other tire components to begin working together."

 

[chubs]

I just ordered new tires for my wife's car and here is a warning note with them about mold releasing compound.

"Tires are comprised of many layers of rubber, steel and fabric. Due to these different components, your new tires require a break-in period to ensure that they deliver their normal ride quality and maximum performance. As tires are cured, a release lubricant is applied to prevent them from sticking in their mold. Some of the lubricant stays on the surface of your tires, reducing traction until it is worn away. Five hundred miles of easy acceleration, cornering and braking will allow the mold release lubricant to wear off, allowing the other tire components to begin working together."

500 miles of easy acceleration, cornering, and braking. Isn't that how we all ride anyhow? Or maybe not!

 

[BWG56]

Don't shoot the messenger, I would agree with 50, but 500 is a lot of miles