88bmwjeff
SF Bay Area
I agree. I enjoyed the video. The video answered many questions; however, it didn’t answer my biggest concern. And, that is how older tires compare to newer tires on wet roads. All of the comparisons were on dry roads.
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tire age reality vs manufacturer hype
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I agree. I enjoyed the video. The video answered many questions; however, it didn’t answer my biggest concern. And, that is how older tires compare to newer tires on wet roads. All of the comparisons were on dry roads.
Yes Jeff
I agree. Here in my environment I am a fair weather rider and am very hesitant to ride at all in winter even if a warm day pops up because the county and Caltrans spread small gravel and sand in snow season, I believe because salting the road went the way of the dinosaur. I wait for big trucks and such to blow that crap to the shoulder in Spring. Since I like to fish the river I don't mind that decision.
I agree. Here in my environment I am a fair weather rider and am very hesitant to ride at all in winter even if a warm day pops up because the county and Caltrans spread small gravel and sand in snow season, I believe because salting the road went the way of the dinosaur. I wait for big trucks and such to blow that crap to the shoulder in Spring. Since I like to fish the river I don't mind that decision.
yep
Right on Paul. I found on Michelin site they suggest to start monitoring with a professional shop after 5 years but replace for sure after 10. I got the front one on DIY and the rear has much more wear per the bars no cracks or rot, and winter approaches here in snow country so gonna scuff the front one in on the road in tomorrow. Rear is 7 plus born on date. Thanks for all inputs
Right on Paul. I found on Michelin site they suggest to start monitoring with a professional shop after 5 years but replace for sure after 10. I got the front one on DIY and the rear has much more wear per the bars no cracks or rot, and winter approaches here in snow country so gonna scuff the front one in on the road in tomorrow. Rear is 7 plus born on date. Thanks for all inputs
