jimwms1 said:So far, I have a wear patterns on the front tire on the left side if sitting on the bike. Dealer told me it is normal if I ride in the same spot on the road. While I understand his point, this is just on the front. I would be happy with even wear on the center. I ride most of the time straight up and would at least expect that.
I have read all the threads about tires. One comment I saw that concerns me, wobble at over100 miles per hour on PR3's. Truth?
I was so appreciative to see why 55. Now I know.
Thanks
jimwms1 said:One comment I saw that concerns me, wobble at over100 miles per hour on PR3's. Truth?
nando said:Does anyone have a lowered Connie with a 55?
COGnosticat0r said:This is a quote taken from Motorcycle.com when they did a shootout between the 2013 C14, FJR13 and Honda ST13
“Part of the blame for the C-14’s clumsy handling can be pinned on its 190/50-17 rear tire,” Duke says. “I once rode two C-14s back to back, with one fitted with a 190/55 tire. Its taller profile dramatically improved its cornering responses, being easier to turn at low speeds and more linear when bent into a corner. If you own a Connie, you definitely should buy 55-series meat when it’s time for a replacement.”
Here is the link to the shootout and if you click on the link, there is a Dennis Kirk ad that plays that you can't stop, or I couldn't
http://www.motorcycle.com/shoot-outs/2013-sporttouring-shootout-10-video-91504.html
nando said:PROBABLY: the reason why the C14 seems to handle quicker on transitions with a 55 is because you raise the rear (if stock height) thus shortening the rake. This makes for a quicker radius turn but it also degrades the sitting straight at fast speeds. The variables are rake length for high speed stability vs shorter rake for maneuverability. Somewhere in between lays the compromise that results in the design of each bike--depending on the manufacturer's marketing goals
REGARDS TO THE CLUMSY C14: The C14 definitely has a heavy front end. I am guessing due to the 4 banger in line. I have ridden other sportstouring bikes with more nimble transitions....which tis the reason why I, to this day, never understood two things: Why do people buy these touring bikes if what they want to do is race around twisties. Certainly, they are not as effective at this endeavor as a full fledge crouch-rocket. Secondly, why embed 'sports' riding traits into a touring bike. The whole concept seems incongrous: race/tour. The worse of these traits is the typical race-sitting position on these sport-touring bikes.
At any rate, the Connie is the best bike I ever owned. but like many of us, I spend bucko dollars trying to make the damn thing comfortable for riding it like a transport, not a racer.
nando said:what brands are available on the 190/55?
mcrider007 said:nando said:what brands are available on the 190/55?
Quite a few....you should look it up instead of asking someone else to do your research.
nando said:But do forgive me, I am a very old person and I don't know how to use the computer, nor do I write or read very well...you see, I am on the stupid side of your mental structures. I hire college students to post and read forum emails for me...so be kind to an elderly as your good deed for the day boyscout...and try not to whine when you see posts you don't like...its bad for your health.
dog said:- couple of things : do the people who keep talking about this bike and how this and that does or may do this or that : do they actually ride the bike ?
- meaning : do you guys who talk alot ride alot too ?
- or is the amount of talking inversely proportionate to the amount of riding done ?
- when you ask whether a 50 or a 55 tyre works better , do you actually ride the thing enough for this to matter ?
- or its just talking ?
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nando said:But do forgive me, I am a very old person and I don't know how to use the computer, nor do I write or read very well...you see, I am on the stupid side of your mental structures. I hire college students to post and read forum emails for me...so be kind to an elderly as your good deed for the day boyscout...and try not to whine when you see posts you don't like...its bad for your health.
mcrider007 said:nando said:But do forgive me, I am a very old person and I don't know how to use the computer, nor do I write or read very well...you see, I am on the stupid side of your mental structures. I hire college students to post and read forum emails for me...so be kind to an elderly as your good deed for the day boyscout...and try not to whine when you see posts you don't like...its bad for your health.
You must have a lot of money to hire college students to post and read forum emails for you because someone used your name to write over 2,000 posts at GL1800Riders.com and most of the 160 threads you started were questions about...........different tires, tire sizes, and how to lower suspension.......and that is only one forum for one bike that you have have owned. I doubt there is that much difference in our ages since I am in my 6th decade of riding but I'm sure there is a big difference in the amount of time we split between riding and wasting other riders' time by making up endless questions.
nando said:COGnosticator:
Thanks for the info.
WaltR said:This tire will be on my bike as the as soon as the stocker needs replacing. I do mostly hwy riding and coming from touring bike I cannot imagine replacing tires and oil at the same time. 200/55/17
http://www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/michelin-commander-ii-rear-tires
JR said:I have been a naysayer about 55s but next pair of PR3 tires will have a 190/55 in what, Z rating? I guess........
I want to give it a try, who knows, like Mikey, I may like it! :motonoises:
Stewart said:Should be x rated, that's how much fun they are.
Kman said:Will a 55 fit with a rear tire hugger installed?
JerBear said:That is the fun part of it all, if you put any miles on your bike you can try both and see what you like. I went from a PR2 190/50 to a PR3 190/55 when it wore out. I really like the feel of the 55 in the corners but it does feel a bit wander-y in the straight line, not over the top but noticeable. The PR3 is wearing faster so the next one will be a PR2 190/55 and I'll see from there.