Hey guys...first let me take a moment to say "Thank you" for all the great information that's been posted over the years. So far, my only contribution has been to highlight how to 'Screw Something Up'. Maybe that will at least provide a warning or two of what NOT TO DO!
Anyway, I've been reading alot, basically just browsing the different topics. I needed brake pads and saw some recommendations for Lyndall Brake Pads. I called them up to find out the difference between each category. I've had quite alot of brake dust with my current pads (I don't know what brand they are). So i wanted a pad with minimum dust, and excellent braking. The sales rep told me their 'Gold Plus' pads were the best for what I was asking about, with 30% better stopping than their standard pads. Well, I'm almost 60 now, don't respond as quickly as I once did, and after a couple of cold one's...you get the picture. The pads were $90 a set; probably a waste of money, but I just felt better going for the best when it comes to safety. I bought 2 sets, front and back...with a military discount it came to $189. Ouch!
Next...it looks like the rear tire is about due for a change. The tread in the center is about gone. Question: If I really get on the throttle, the tire loses traction and gets a little squirrelly on me. Even in 3rd gear, it will still break lose. It would seem to me that even with a worn tire, I should be getting better traction. So, I don't know if I should just be happy that the bike has enough power to do this, or...I need a better gripping tire. I'm running an AVON right now. I've read the old posts on tires and it seems that Metzelor was the favorite. So, those posts are years old now. Also, AVON has a newer Cobra Chrome tire that is advertised as better. I'd appreciate any recent experience/advice. As I mentioned earlier, at my age I want the best/safest tire I can find, regardless of price.
Anyway, I've been reading alot, basically just browsing the different topics. I needed brake pads and saw some recommendations for Lyndall Brake Pads. I called them up to find out the difference between each category. I've had quite alot of brake dust with my current pads (I don't know what brand they are). So i wanted a pad with minimum dust, and excellent braking. The sales rep told me their 'Gold Plus' pads were the best for what I was asking about, with 30% better stopping than their standard pads. Well, I'm almost 60 now, don't respond as quickly as I once did, and after a couple of cold one's...you get the picture. The pads were $90 a set; probably a waste of money, but I just felt better going for the best when it comes to safety. I bought 2 sets, front and back...with a military discount it came to $189. Ouch!
Next...it looks like the rear tire is about due for a change. The tread in the center is about gone. Question: If I really get on the throttle, the tire loses traction and gets a little squirrelly on me. Even in 3rd gear, it will still break lose. It would seem to me that even with a worn tire, I should be getting better traction. So, I don't know if I should just be happy that the bike has enough power to do this, or...I need a better gripping tire. I'm running an AVON right now. I've read the old posts on tires and it seems that Metzelor was the favorite. So, those posts are years old now. Also, AVON has a newer Cobra Chrome tire that is advertised as better. I'd appreciate any recent experience/advice. As I mentioned earlier, at my age I want the best/safest tire I can find, regardless of price.
