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Hi guys i'm looking at getting some new tyre's. Any suggestions on a good set as the dunplops are not exactly confidence inspiring. Especially now that i have changed the fork innards and shocker, I would like a set that could be half decent on the odd track day as now im getting my confidence back i fancy a bit of the odd fang

Are u on the original 221's? The 220 rear is much better.

Yup still on the original rubber, was thinking of maybe some Metzeler or if i can get a good price some bridgestones Bt45's

Ok i will be the first M3s M3s but probably not the last

I will 2nd the M3's. You cant go past it for grip, wet riding, price and wear.

i'll third the m3's

Bridgestone BT014's. Better price than the M3's and otherwise as good in every respect.

dave#3 wrote:Bridgestone BT014's. Better price than the M3's and otherwise as good in every respect.

A set of m3s fitted cost me $455.00

z900/zx9 wrote:

dave#3 wrote:Bridgestone BT014's. Better price than the M3's and otherwise as good in every respect.

A set of m3s fitted cost me $455.00

That's *very* cheap for M3' - is that price available to the average punter or is that a special price for you only? Most places up here seem to want upwards of $500/set.

dave#3 wrote:

z900/zx9 wrote:

dave#3 wrote:Bridgestone BT014's. Better price than the M3's and otherwise as good in every respect.

A set of m3s fitted cost me $455.00

That's *very* cheap for M3' - is that price available to the average punter or is that a special price for you only? Most places up here seem to want upwards of $500/set.

As a Rule tyres tend to be reasonably competitive here in Vic. I have often found that when in need of a tyre in NSW it usually costs a little more.

AS for tyres for the ER6. M3's wear well but the edge grip is a little sketchy in my opinion, BT014's grip like poo to a blanket but don't last long compared to other models I have abused. I am really liking these Continental Sport Attacks, and life at this point may exceed 5000klms for a rear on my 9, which is just a bit less than an M3. But the grip is pretty damn good with the Conti's!

M3's - but I get them done here for about $460 a set fitted, which is a good price.......

the only way to work it which is the *best* tytre for you and your riding style, is to try a number of different combos. The worst tyre made already exceeds the riding ability of 95% of most punters, so its not like you will be saddled with shitty tyres for ever......just work your way through the range available, and make a decision that suits you and your wallet.

I started doing this over 2 years ago on a new ZX12R, and still haven't tried all the different styles available........just stay away from French Dunlops !!

dave#3 wrote:

z900/zx9 wrote:

dave#3 wrote:Bridgestone BT014's. Better price than the M3's and otherwise as good in every respect.

A set of m3s fitted cost me $455.00

That's *very* cheap for M3' - is that price available to the average punter or is that a special price for you only? Most places up here seem to want upwards of $500/set.

Its a negotiated price not to hard to acheive if your going through 4-5 sets a year

Cheers all i knew asking about tyres would be opening a can of worms lol. However I cant seem to find a bloody set of M3's in Brissy so going to try the Bridgies. i i figure either of those or even the pilot power 2 will shit on the dunlops on the bike right now.
Had a bit of a moment up Mt Nebo when the rear let go with bugger all warning. Almost highsided myself off the rd into a tree
Needless to say my pace was somewhat slowed as its hard to ride with a big poo in your britches.

Anyway thanks for all the help i appreciate it

Oh one last question... recon staying away from changing profiles is a good idea?

Gosling1 wrote:
The worst tyre made already exceeds the riding ability of 95% of most punters.....

Not long ago I fitted the nine with a set of Pilot sports and I found them to be fantastic. Alot of people said I was crazy as they were old technology and there were definitely better to be had. I dont know the full story but there has been a re-release of this tyre and I was able to secure a pair fitted for $230 . Would be mad not to give them a another go. They were OEM for the 9 and I had many people say that I would be better off getting Diablo Corsas or M3's ( I was replacing the M3's with the Pilot Sports). I call Bullshit on all the nay-sayers. Although I really only got 500 km's out of the Pilot Sports ( due to demolishing the bike before being able to demolish the tyres ) I found them to be terrific and provided heaps of grip and stability.
Tyres are a can of worms to be sure but as he said you have to search pretty hard to find a bad tyre. It's all about what suits you. Besides a new rear tyre is only a burnout away

[quote]Gosling1 wrote:
The worst tyre made already exceeds the riding ability of 95% of most punters.....[/quote

This is very true especially of me I have had my bum back on a bike for only 8 or 9 months now, though i rode for over ten years in the Uk.
I would prefer that if i bin it its me being a twat and not crap tyres

Its only a matter of time now ....

Incidentally this is quite nifty even if the gixxer was not trying hard.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1naQISeDmg