Best tyres ?

[ogri48]

I'm thinking of changing both tyres instead of just the rear worn one and thinking wi th a two up tour coming up in early summer possibly going to bt023 s or similar, anybody got a recommendation for a decent grippy tyre that's good in the wet and will tour well too? Cheers fellers..

[teecee90]

Metzeler Roadtec 01

[Dudeofrude]

Bridgestone t30 evo
 Great in the rain, sporty enough for some spirited riding but ultimately a touring tyre so good mileage 🖒

[Graham53]

Bridgestone t30 evo
 Great in the rain, sporty enough for some spirited riding but ultimately a touring tyre so good mileage 🖒

I was reading a tyres post in 600's section where some mentioned a strange V wear pattern on the T30's causing some stability issues over bumps, have you noticed any of that ?? I was thinking T30's next for mine but had second thoughts after reading that.

[Dudeofrude]

Bridgestone t30 evo
 Great in the rain, sporty enough for some spirited riding but ultimately a touring tyre so good mileage 🖒

I was reading a tyres post in 600's section where some mentioned a strange V wear pattern on the T30's causing some stability issues over bumps, have you noticed any of that ?? I was thinking T30's next for mine but had second thoughts after reading that.

No I can't say I have?? I've done about 1500 miles on them and so far haven't skipped a beat? 
I will keep my eye on them though? Is that an issue with the old t30s or with the newer t30 evos?

[Graham53]

They only say T30's so I'm assuming the older and not evos.

[moffmeister]

On my FZ1-S, still on PR2s (and will remain so until none left) - PR3s wear quick - PR4s allegedly not but way more expensive over PR2s - I'm an 'enthusiastic' rider and never had any issues with PR2s - they are very forgiveable - have ridden this last winter in shitty weather with no issues grip wise (but obviously right hand a little more restrained).  Have tried BT016 before but obviously not an all rounder tyre but very confidence inspiring.

[NorthWestern]

I replace mine at least once a year (rear), I have had a few sets each of PR2/3/4 and found them to be largely the same for feel and mileage (roughly 6-7k miles).  I use my bike for the dailly commute (100miles) and the odd ride out with mates etc.


I decided to try the new Dunlop RoadSmart 3's this time and they have been pretty good.  They seem to be wearing better than the Michelins, took longer to square off at least.  The rear is also wider than the narrow Michelin (of the same size).

EDIT:

I will say, I replaced my rear wheel and the replacement came with a part worn Dunlop Qualifier 2 on it.  This was a more sporty tourer than what I normally use but I left it on as it had plenty of meat on it.  It was mega wide and looked the business, was good in the wet and also lasted a surprising amount of miles - I think I got about 4k out of it and like I said it was part worn.  I was going to get a set of those but openeo didn't have any in stock when it was new tyre time...

[Grayo]

[kitcrazy]

rp4's heat up quick and have been good all year in all weathers

[ogri48]

Cheers guys. Running bt016 pros at the minute and they are brilliant even on a cold wet slippery commute but seem to wear quickly