Tire feedback Mich. VS Dunlop ???

[yerguy]

It's time for a new set o' shoes on the ol' Beemer. I've become a bit of a fan for the Avon Storm model but even with that deep rear tread, I'm still slightly disappointed in the mileage before replacement.

Dunlop and Michelin both have a new dual compound model that promise longer life.

I was wondering if anyone has experienced either the Dunlop Road Smart or the Michelin Pilot Road2 ?? I'm leaning towards the Michelin based of a recent side by side comparison that the Michelin won.

But I'm still curious what either of these are like to ride on. Handling characteristics, tendacy to follow road irregularities, etc.

Thanks in advance for your time...

Dan'l

 

[bmdubyou]

What bike are you riding?

 

[Mr. Frank]

Both are very good tires. The Dunlop is a little quicker handling (quicker than I prefer) than the original Pilot Road. The Pilot Road 2 should last longer than the Roadsmart, but it costs a lot more. It may be a case of paying 20% more to get 10% more life.

 

[Prof. Robert]

I can't speak for the Michelins, but I do like the Dunlop Road Smarts. I put a set on my RSL last year, and they are holding up quite well.

Frank is right they are quick handling tires, allowing you to change lines quickly and easily, but they also stick like glue (even in the rain); speaking of rain, I haven't noticed the ubiquitous rain grooves affecting them either. Also, low speed cornering is much easier than the old Z4s I had before; in fact, these Road Smarts make the Black Bee feel significantly lighter--almost like my old '74 Commando (One of the bikes I wish I had never sold!).

Of course, I haven't worn these tires out yet , so I don't know how they'll act at the end of their life.

Hope this helps,
Robert

 

[BMorleyW]

Pilot Road 2

Just put a new rear Michelin Pilot Road 2 on and rode it 180 miles in the rain and the snow from Denver to Steamboat this afternoon. Could not tell a difference from the Metzeler Z6 which also sticks like glue in the rain. I'm hoping for better mileage from the Michelin and perhaps better performance in gravel which I will be riding in nothern Satkatchewan. Haven't tried the Dunlop, the new rear Pilot Road 2 was $169 plus delivery for my 2004 RT. Steve

 

[yerguy]

bmduyou...

Currently a '95' 1100RS but hopefully an '04' 1150RT within the next year if/when I can find a really nice one at a reasonable price.

Steve (BMorleyW)...

That's a great price for the rear PR2. So far all the pricing I've seen has it in the $220-$235 range. Can I ask where you bought it??

 

[Ozonkiller]

The Pilot Road 2's are a stunningly good tire.

I did a write up on them last summer. I'll see if I can find the link.

Tom

 

[pffog]

These guys have gotten great reviews on another web site and quoted me some very competitive prices.

Web site is not great, but just call them and get personal service.

www.twobrotherstires.com

 

[Ozonkiller]

http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/StoreFront.bok

These guys are supposed to have the best tire prices (Michelins)

No, I do not have any affiliation with them.

Tom