For 3 years i used pilot powers. always good for me, never let go, reasonable price. Rear good for about 3000m front 5000m.

 

Anybody tried Conti trail attack on the 950 supermoto?

Continental Motorcycle Tyres - ContiTrailAttack

They look kinda good all round jobbies

 

I have the trail attack 2s on my bike and can't fault them- so much better than the oe pirellis- I commute every day on the main roads and along some pretty sketchy country and back roads. Good grip in the dry and wet and they have yet to step out on me when pushing them. Ktm are using contis as there oe choice on their newer bikes so you know they are pretty special.

 

Hi and thanks for the comment on the attack 2's

Its a small world as I suspect I spoke with you on the phone on the same topic

I will be trying them as my winter tyres
Guyguzzi

 

I did wonder when you said you were in mid Wales- yeah it was me you spoke to about them. I really like them and will be getting them again when it's time to replace them especially with the state of the roads around here and the amount of loose grit/ leaves and mud around with the bad weather we have been having.

 

I have the TKC 80 on my xt 600 , they are a real on and off road tyre . would love to try them on the sm in the winter , along with a sumpguard . I think the old xt is about all i can cortroll when its slipery :hmh:

 

..... + I have 950 ADV bars ....

That sounds a very interesting modification that I haven't heard of before. Can I enquire why?

In terms of tyre choice, I like my Sportsmarts and I see that the Sportsmart 2 is now available. From the few reviews I've read it seems to be an improvement over what was an already excellent tyre. The Roadsmart is also an option.

 

I am told by a friend that Bridgestone T30's are very good. He has them on his SMT and they will be my next tyres. They heat up quickly for the road and he is also happy with them on track days.

 

Im a big fan of the current dulops.
Running sportsmarts on the superduke and roadsmarts on my winter bike (cbr600)
Just replaced the front with a roadsmart 2.
Tell you what they are fantastic in this current weather where the roads are cold and damp. Still warm up quick and grip really well.
Im thinking of switching to these on the sd when the sports are done.

 

be interested to know what the difference is in mileage between the two . My rear sportsmart is looking pretty well finished at 2k it may just scrape 2500 . I think its hard to get the most from such a sporty tyre on the road so if the roadsmart does over 3500 miles it will be the winner . the front is doing quite well and still in shape .

 

Try some cut slicks. Will make the journey to work a lot more interesting. :smokin:

 

thinking about giving Dunlop D616 120/70 ZR17 TL 58(W) M/C,Front wheel - mytyres.co.uk a go. very cheap. anyone had them ?

 

i like the look of themfor a winter tyre . cant see any rears listed anywhere . i guess the rear would sell for about £100 so £175 ish for a set , there is still a lot choice of older tyres for less then that .

 

its £91 for a rear..
Dunlop D616 180/55 ZR17 TL 73(W) M/C,Rear wheel - mytyres.co.uk

makes it £165 for the pair.

pilot powers are pretty cheap too..

Pair Of 120/70/17 & 180/55/17 Michelin Pilot Power Motorcycle/Bike Touring Tyres | eBay

 

Just dud a quick search for a review , it looks like the Pirelli sync but doesn't get the same praise have a look here
Think I woul be inclined to stick witH road attack as a budget choice have seen them well under 150 a setb

Dunlop D616 Vs. Pirelli Scorpion Sync Review | Comparison ...
canyonchasers.net/reviews/tires/dunlop/d616vSync.php
5 Feb 2013 - Product Review of the Dunlop D616 tires as they compare to the Pirelli Sync's from the real world of riding, with real perspectives. Unbiased ...

 

think it may be the pilot powers then. im not going off road and they are a proven tyre for a good price

 

Probably a good choice mate . I keep asking myself what's the best value. Ie Michelin pilot at £150 a set or sportsmart. At £250 a set do you get £100 more value from the latter in terms of miles because I bet you would never notice the difference in how try ride . Not tried the michelins but at 2500 miles from the dunlops and I guess 1500 from the old michelins the cost per mile is the same . Except the front lasts half of the next rear so now my brain is Fried.

 

A vote for Bridgestone BT023 GT's here. Not the sexiest looking tyre but seems to grip well in cold wet weather, I'm sure they will grip well int dry and they're supposed to have longevity but only time will tell.

Got mine for £190 off 't eBay delivered.

Sent while avin a brew