life

My motorcycle life began at age 10 with a 1981 Honda XR80. From then on up to my mid 20's I continuously owned and rode to death a wide array of off-road and dual sport single cylinder bikes. By now I'm sure everyone here knows I really enjoy riding my LS650 Thumper. Despite the fact it is a...

Pleased to report amazing tire tread life with the new Metzeler Roadtec 01. I suspect that a lot of this life has to do with the Mupo shock keeping the tire well connected to the road surface. Anyway, this tire will last a very long time. Attached is a giant photo for your close look.

Recalled tire life: 1st tire: 2,600 miles 2nd tire: 1,500 miles 3rd tire: 1,500 miles Yes, I'm hard of tires as I test the adhesion qualities of every tire. That noted, I have routinely gotten 3,500 to 6,000 miles out of tires on a number of street bikes. All heavier and more available...