Product : Tyre Review

[Raptor]

A bunch of us from the Biketech21 Fraternity have just put on a fresh set of Michelin Pilot Power Race dual compound tyres (medium centre and soft sides) to test out at Sepang this weekend.

 

Will provide the review when I get back.

[TooToo7]

Originally posted by Raptor@Mar 30 2006, 09:42 PM

A bunch of us from the Biketech21 Fraternity have just put on a fresh set of Michelin Pilot Power Race dual compound tyres (medium centre and soft sides) to test out at Sepang this weekend.

 

Will provide the review when I get back.

Raptor, what pressures are u guys running on those Power Race rubbers ?

 

[arun9457]

hey dude southern motors dunlop tyres for 195 for a pair

[Raptor]

Originally posted by eSPy`7@Apr 1 2006, 12:03 AM

Raptor, what pressures are u guys running on those Power Race rubbers ?

 

I took a closer look at my tyres when I was at Sepang. The front was medium/soft compound but the rear was medium and not medium/soft.

 

I ran them at 30 PSI for the 2 days. These tyres can really build up heat fast and they are so sticky that pebbles can get stuck to them.

 

Handling wise... awsome especially with the 180/55 rear. Bike is quicker steering.

The grip is extremely good and confidence inspiring. No slides no wiggles.

 

Based on my style of riding... someone told me that I will never go back to Racetecs after trying out the Michelins.... I kinda believe him.

[DeusExMachina]

Originally posted by Raptor@Apr 3 2006, 10:56 AM

I took a closer look at my tyres when I was at Sepang. The front was medium/soft compound but the rear was medium and not medium/soft.

 

I ran them at 30 PSI for the 2 days. These tyres can really build up heat fast and they are so sticky that pebbles can get stuck to them.

 

Handling wise... awsome especially with the 180/55 rear. Bike is quicker steering.

The grip is extremely good and confidence inspiring. No slides no wiggles.

 

Based on my style of riding... someone told me that I will never go back to Racetecs after trying out the Michelins.... I kinda believe him.

 

 

Now only depends on whether they last longer than Racetecs.

 

I was about to get a set of K2's b4 Sepang, then saw the Power Race special at Biketech.

 

So far so good. The tyres held up very well those 2 days. Consistency was excellent even after 10 straight laps on a very hot day. Road tyres would have started to slip after 6 laps on PG (that's shorter than a SP lap).

 

Confidence was there to just dive the bike deep into a corner, unlike my previous M1's.... where "should I, shouldn't I?" was always in the back of my mind when wanting to lean in deep.

 

 

 

 

PS....

 

BTW after a few laps, I noticed that the center region my front tyres had these large blister-like splotches of used rubber on it. Unlike the scuffed balling of the edges.

 

Is that supposed to be normal, or is it a pressure / suspension problem?

[Raptor]

Originally posted by DeusExMachina@Apr 16 2006, 12:14 PM

 

Now only depends on whether they last longer than Racetecs.

 

I was about to get a set of K2's b4 Sepang, then saw the Power Race special at Biketech.

 

So far so good. The tyres held up very well those 2 days. Consistency was excellent even after 10 straight laps on a very hot day. Road tyres would have started to slip after 6 laps on PG (that's shorter than a SP lap).

 

Confidence was there to just dive the bike deep into a corner, unlike my previous M1's.... where "should I, shouldn't I?" was always in the back of my mind when wanting to lean in deep.

 

 

 

 

PS....

 

BTW after a few laps, I noticed that the center region my front tyres had these large blister-like splotches of used rubber on it. Unlike the scuffed balling of the edges.

 

Is that supposed to be normal, or is it a pressure / suspension problem?

Ya... would they last longer than Racetecs, that is the question.

 

Anyway I fitted the same tyres on my DRZ. Front 120/70R17, Rear 150/70R17 both tyres in SOFT compound.

 

And I was crazy enough after Kelvin's inspirational ride last Sunday on my DRZ in the wet to try it out for myself. Going into a rainsoaked Turn 6 at about 120 KMH was an eye opener for me. The tyres can actually grip but I dare not push anymore.

 

PS - those are not blisters. Those are the scrubbed off tyre rubber from other people's tyres that your tyre picked up. That is how sticky the Michelins are.

 

Use your fingernail, you can peel them off.

[NoLogicOne]

DeusExMachina,

 

End up you got X Strom suit afterall, kekeke.....and worst of all, same color as me.....why? YOu like me izzit??? Muahahaha!!!

 

Anyways, Xgrind reply your sms when you jio him for track? Sadly he did not reply mine.

 

How could you not know what those lumps of rubber are??? Thought you are a tyre observer much like me

 

Oh, I told Raptor and Alvin that hopefully after Jul, I could join you guys for Sepang.....wait for me dude, and bring me around a few laps on my 1st trip there, k?

 

My ContiForce Max seems to last forever

[DeusExMachina]

Originally posted by NoLogicOne@Apr 16 2006, 04:43 PM

 

Anyways, Xgrind reply your sms when you jio him for track? Sadly he did not reply mine.

 

How could you not know what those lumps of rubber are??? Thought you are a tyre observer much like me

 

Oh, I told Raptor and Alvin that hopefully after Jul, I could join you guys for Sepang.....wait for me dude, and bring me around a few laps on my 1st trip there, k?

 

My ContiForce Max seems to last forever

 

He always turns down invitations to track. Unlike last time when he was so on abt it. Very domesticated by his woman these days, it seems.

 

 

I'm not a tyre nut like you. I just know enough things to make a choice on my next purchase, that's the most important thing.

 

 

As for Sepang, well.... it'll depend on whether I'll still hold on to the R1 or not. Might sell it. Who knows?

[ET]

Guys how much is it for 120F/180R

 

With Installation price how much ahR>?

 

Pirelli Diablo super corsa-$

Metzeler Racetec-$

Michellin Pilot power-$

Dunlop GPR 100-$

 

Where did you guys get the price you got, from which motortiam...

[miss]

Hi.

 

I'm planning to change my tyres but need some advice first.

 

Riding cbr 150, not big on corners. just need a real gd grip on road. Any recommendations? My friend said TT100 is good. If go to shop to ask, they might say this and that and i end up getting chopped.

 

Would appreciate some help

[carbine]

Originally posted by miss@Apr 19 2006, 11:40 AM

Hi.

 

I'm planning to change my tyres but need some advice first.

 

Riding cbr 150, not big on corners. just need a real gd grip on road. Any recommendations? My friend said TT100 is good. If go to shop to ask, they might say this and that and i end up getting chopped.

 

Would appreciate some help

bridgestone battlax BT39...or BT39ssO(supersoft compound,sticky)...made in japan ones

 

or dunlop TT900, made in japan ones

[carbine]

and BT39 and TT900 wont cost more den 180 for a pair...

[none]

Any local genuine users has any review on Continential RoadAttack tires?

In wet/dry condition and mileage?

Will be using for street and touring usage only.

[Pauche]

Originally posted by none@Apr 19 2006, 12:56 PM

Any local genuine users has any review on Continential RoadAttack tires?

In wet/dry condition and mileage?

Will be using for street and touring usage only.

its the cheapest tyres u can find.

[miss]

Originally posted by [c]arbine@Apr 19 2006, 12:02 PM

bridgestone battlax BT39...or BT39ssO(supersoft compound,sticky)...made in japan ones

 

or dunlop TT900, made in japan ones

okie...Will take note of that! Thanks!

 

By what's the diff btw tt900 and tt100..?

[carbine]

tt100...old old tires...can see alot on ah pek rxk rxz etc etc

tt900...not so old models...can see alot on sp,krr etc etc

[Raptor]

Originally posted by miss@Apr 19 2006, 11:40 AM

Hi.

 

I'm planning to change my tyres but need some advice first.

 

Riding cbr 150, not big on corners. just need a real gd grip on road. Any recommendations? My friend said TT100 is good. If go to shop to ask, they might say this and that and i end up getting chopped.

 

Would appreciate some help

Interested in buying secondhand tyres??

 

shedevil21 has a set of tyres that was on her KR150 at Kallang Cycle, used a few times on the track. Slightly worn out at the sides but still almost like new centre treads. No chicken strips.

 

Good for transportation purposes. Bridgestone Battlax BT39 front and Dunlop GPR70 rear. Selling the pair for $50, cash and carry. Kallang Cycle mechanic (Boy) can fix it on for $15 and he does a real good job.

 

Interested??

[takiki]

any body know any shop that supply and fix continential tyres???

need to fix them urgently...

thanks

[Keenguy]

Continental? Wah, so rich...

 

Not any motordiam can fix?

[NoLogicOne]

Originally posted by takiki@Apr 22 2006, 11:28 AM

any body know any shop that supply and fix continential tyres???

need to fix them urgently...

thanks

Kin Tai is supplier....but dun mount tyres. You can ask your fav workshop to get it from them.

[VYN]

got my sport attack from ah tat ( pleasure motor sports at ubi road 1)... 190 $330 balance

[alanhim]

Originally posted by Raptor@Mar 30 2006, 09:42 PM

A bunch of us from the Biketech21 Fraternity have just put on a fresh set of Michelin Pilot Power Race dual compound tyres (medium centre and soft sides) to test out at Sepang this weekend.

 

Will provide the review when I get back.

May I know how much does a Michelin Pilot Power Race dual compound tyres cost? BikeTech21 having promo?

[13randon]

was quoted 390 for 120/f 180/r for my K4 with balancing for Metzeler M1 izit worth it?

 

can anyone share the info how much they change their M1 and power race the price diff and change at where thanks. My tyre i think can last for another 3 mth only.

[13randon]

Anyone change to the new metzeler M3?? whats the price and the review??

[hikaru179]

Guys, between bridgestone and dunlop tyres..

 

in terms of good mileage and grip (esp. in wet weather)

 

which would u go for?