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Please help choose tires for a 98 zx6r

 
zx6rjohnb zx6rjohnb
New User | Posts: 2 | Joined: 08/08
Posted: 08/06/08
12:59 PM

Can anyone help with tire choice for my 98 zx6r.  I ride average speed in good weather and never ride on a track. Thanks John.  

 
ilikebikes ilikebikes
New User | Posts: 25 | Joined: 10/06
Posted: 08/07/08
08:41 AM

Michelin Pilot Powers. At average highway speeds you should get 8-10k miles out of a set. Plus, if you ever do get the itch to ride on the track, you’re all set. I have ridden with guys who have 15+ track days and street miles on a set of Powers. And here is the place to buy them:

http://stores.sportbiketrackgear.com/Categories.bok?category=TIRES%2C+WHEELS+%26+WARMERS%3AMichelin+tires%3APilot+power

Bruce  

 
Robi Robi
User | Posts: 70 | Joined: 08/08
Posted: 08/07/08
09:32 AM

My key to what you want was the "never ride on a track".    So my guess is that you need a longer lasting tire that will still give you good grip.  The  Michelin Pilot Powers are a good choice, but a bit soft for day to day.  I also have trouble with the 15 track days on a tire statement as after two 25 lap sessions my  DOT tires are shagged.  For a tire you can live with, not riding on the edge at all times but still competent enough to get you there I recommend the Metzeler Roadtec z6 Sport Touring tire, or Pirelli's Diablo, the basic Diablo for mileage.  Both tires are very similar in their tread pattern with some slight differences in the profile and compound.   I have used the Diablo for some time now on my 2001 Ducati 996 with great results.  The tires have worked well in all road conditions with great feed back and was able to ride more aggressively on them then my Michelin Pilot Sports.  The Diablo also out lasted the Michelin and cost less.   The Metzler Roadtec z6, are what I am currently on as I commuting on the bike more now that gas prices have gone to $4+ per gal.  So far they seem fine, I have not pushed them to the limit, but the wear is good and grip is similar to the Diablo.   As Pirelli is owned by Metzler, this comes as no surprise.  The profile on the Roadtec feels less aggressive than the Diablo, and the bike needs a bit more input to turn in, on the other hand the bike feels more stable and planted in the straights and more comfortable on the commute.  Anyhow, YOU need to decide how YOU want to ride and get tires that fit YOU.  All of us will feel different about what tire you need and "should" get.  In the end you need to be comfortable, safe and happy.  Get the tire that fits you and YOUR style of riding.  I wish you luck.  

 

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