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tire problems
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Posted: 09/07/05
08:33 AM
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Hey everyone i just bought an 05 gsxr 600 and it is the first bike i have owned. But i'm having a problem with the rear tire, or maybe it's not a problem. The rear tire seems to have a flat spot on the top all the way around the tire. Is that normal?? When i go into a curve it feels like the bike is gonna slide out from under me. It does this no matter what speed i am going or how sharp the curve is. Any ideas on this?? Thanks
05 gsxr 600
red and black
carbon fiber akrapovic slip on w/ k & n
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xeuse51
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Posted: 09/07/05
11:00 AM
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Well how many miles are on the tire? If you have a couple thousand miles on it, or do burn outs like an idiot. Yes a flat spot is normal if you do a lot of strait driving. Aso remember to check your tire pressure once a week. Run you tires a few psi lower than factory recommended as well. That will help with traction a little as well. You'll have a better footprint on the ground at all angles. Just my 2cents.
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wheelspin
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Posted: 09/07/05
03:57 PM
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It's not normal. Probably caused by constant straight-up riding for long distances, burnouts, etc. Replace the tire.
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Posted: 09/07/05
09:06 PM
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Tjere are about 3000 miles on the tire and i don't do any burn outs. What are some good tires to put on there?? I don't plan on taking it to the track but i want a tire that will stick when i am on a curvy (??) road.
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Posted: 09/08/05
05:02 AM
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Pirelli Daiblo and Bridgestone BT010 are good tires at a reasonable price. The Bridgestone has good tread life.
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TEvo
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Posted: 09/08/05
02:39 PM
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Are BT-010's still being made/sold? I believe they have been replaced by the BT-014, no?
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wheelspin
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Posted: 09/08/05
07:03 PM
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Basically, yes. The BT-010 is a somewhat "old-tech" Bridgestone that will be phased out; the ones they have in stock are meant for OEM replacement. The BT-014 is a superior tire in all respects.
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Posted: 09/08/05
07:32 PM
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BT-12SS or BT-14. The 14's have less grip in the dry, but
are a better tire when it is wet. The 14's will also wear
longer then the 12's.
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wheelspin
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Posted: 09/08/05
09:47 PM
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Quote:
The 14's have less grip in the dry...
Not in my experience. I've found the BT-014s to have just as much grip as the 012SS, with more neutral steering characteristics.
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Posted: 09/09/05
01:04 AM
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Check your air pressure. and keep tabs on it.
Now Assuming your bike has Dunlop 218s like every 04 or 05 Gix 600 I have seen.
I prefer 31psi front 33psi rear, but thats just my preference.
If your not trying to ride like a bat out of hell 218s are fine.
If you replace the tire as recomended by wheelspin.
Do not mix tire manufactures or compounds.
Sticky rear with a kinda sticky front could cause you to loose the front of the bike.
Either buy a set or replace the rear with another Dunlop
Me, I would just be careful with my lean and ride the tire back round. (but look at my other posts I wreck alot LOL) 
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Motobird
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Posted: 09/09/05
11:16 PM
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I have been inlove with Diablo's as an all around since htey came out. Great tire. not the COrsas unless you are headed ot the track the regular diablos are great
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xeuse51
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Posted: 09/15/05
11:34 AM
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I also have Diablo's on my R1. Great tire. They stick pretty nice, and after 1600 miles barely any middle flat spot. Good in corners as well. I also agree with Toad Dangerously. Like I said before run'em a little low. I run 32 up front and 36 rear. I do a little more line driving. Also toad who cares if you crash. Whatever doens't kill you right. 
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