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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #15 on: June 25, 2008, 11:38:48 PM »

The front D407 rides like a pile of dog crap compared to the original E3, which has been discontinued in favor of that POS D407. Will be switching to Metzler radials. They make our rear size, but have to switch to 60 series front instead of the stock 70 series. I don't see that mattering, and there's plenty of room for a little wider tire in the stock fender. ;)

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I have to change out the MT90B16 and the MU85B16 due to excessive rear tire wear. I will let you know how the 880 Marathons do on the SMURF when they get in.

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #16 on: June 26, 2008, 03:22:20 PM »

I have to change out the MT90B16 and the MU85B16 due to excessive rear tire wear. I will let you know how the 880 Marathons do on the SMURF when they get in.

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That's the standard FL tire sizes George, and there are many choices. The SERK3/4 uses a wide 17" radial rear and a wider 18" front radial. Not many choices there. But the Metzler radials are my next move! ;)

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #17 on: June 26, 2008, 09:23:52 PM »

The front D407 rides like a pile of dog crap compared to the original E3, which has been discontinued in favor of that POS D407. Will be switching to Metzler radials. They make our rear size, but have to switch to 60 series front instead of the stock 70 series. I don't see that mattering, and there's plenty of room for a little wider tire in the stock fender. ;)

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Careful Howie, It will make a difference in the load rating and the ride characteristics. The 60 series has a lower profile than the 70 series and if you are using the same 170 width tire, you are looking at lesser load and a stiffer ride in all probability.
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« Reply #18 on: June 27, 2008, 12:58:51 PM »

Careful Howie, It will make a difference in the load rating and the ride characteristics. The 60 series has a lower profile than the 70 series and if you are using the same 170 width tire, you are looking at lesser load and a stiffer ride in all probability.

Casey, I found Metzlers the exact sizes and with adequate load ratings. They just don't show em in the Drag Catalog. But you can find them in the Metzler catalog on their website. They make our rear in a V speed rating. They make 2 fronts for some reason, and I'm waiting to hear from Metzler to determine the difference between them. They both have the same specs on speed and load rating, so I'm confused on the difference between the 2 fronts and why the offer 2. I'll get the info and let ya'll know what's up. ;)

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #19 on: June 27, 2008, 09:44:15 PM »

Howie

Good information  I'm soon in the market so keep us posted.

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #20 on: July 02, 2008, 09:19:58 PM »

I've been looking around for tire options for the Wife's SERK. I see Dunlop introduced a new tire called Roadsmart. They have an exact match for the rear 170/60ZR17. The closest match for the front is 120/70-ZR18. Stock is 130/70R18. What do you think??????  :nixweiss:

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #21 on: July 02, 2008, 10:17:20 PM »

I've been looking around for tire options for the Wife's SERK. I see Dunlop introduced a new tire called Roadsmart. They have an exact match for the rear 170/60ZR17. The closest match for the front is 120/70-ZR18. Stock is 130/70R18. What do you think??????  :nixweiss:

ZR rated for Howie.

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The 130/70R18 will be taller by a smiget. The 130 stands for the edge to edge from the bead to bead measurement.
The 70 stands for the ratio of the sidewalls to the tread.
Use the same formula on both the 120 and the 130 will give you a taller tire on the 130.
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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #22 on: July 02, 2008, 10:23:30 PM »

i'm due some tires too?? i've gone through two fronts and this is my third rear with the 407's. i'm partial to avon.but. :nixweiss:

it's hard to find the stock sizes in matching tires for now. one tire rep suggested changing wheels. :huepfenlol2:





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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #23 on: July 02, 2008, 10:32:22 PM »

i'm due some tires too?? i've gone through two fronts and this is my third rear with the 407's. i'm partial to avon.but. :nixweiss:

it's hard to find the stock sizes in matching tires for now. one tire rep suggested changing wheels. :huepfenlol2:





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Changing wheels would change the Speedo in accuracy. It's fixed in the tranny.
If you want to find out how accurate the Speedo is, get a Garmin Zumo 4xx or 5xx. Then you will see what I'm talking about. :nervous:
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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #24 on: July 03, 2008, 06:55:16 PM »

I have 6300 miles on my 08flhrse4. The front tire has a weird wear pattern to it. The center 1 1/2" is raised "higher" then the rest of the tire. Usually the tire wears down evenly across the tread pattern. Could the steel belt have shifted? It's not too much air.

Anyone else have an issue with tire wear patterns? Could it be unsafe?
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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #25 on: July 03, 2008, 08:30:01 PM »

I have 6300 miles on my 08flhrse4. The front tire has a weird wear pattern to it. The center 1 1/2" is raised "higher" then the rest of the tire. Usually the tire wears down evenly across the tread pattern. Could the steel belt have shifted? It's not too much air.

Anyone else have an issue with tire wear patterns? Could it be unsafe?

If a belt shifted (especially as much as you're describing here) you'd know it.  It would be at least trying to dance or shimmy in a very unpleasant manner.
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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #26 on: July 03, 2008, 08:46:42 PM »

Yes my wife's bike is doing the same thing. She is on here 3rd front tire. 2 E3 radials and now a D407. My dealer ship claims they are having trouble across the board with the D407's. Both E3's were warrantied by Harley and the current D407 most likely will be.
We are looking for a replacement that may last. She has a cluck in the front end, maybe that is causing early tire wear. This is the first Harley that I am not able to get 1 front to 2 rear tires.

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #27 on: July 04, 2008, 12:09:18 AM »

I have the same pattern on my front tire also. I have been monitoring it closely but other than the strange wear pattern it seems safe. I have not been impressed with this set of tires to date.

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #28 on: July 04, 2008, 08:18:17 AM »

Hey thanks for the response folks! I have the clunk in the front that was mentioned too. I also have a horrible pulse when using the front brake; like i'm ride over railroad tracks. I took it to my stealer (not a typo) during oil changes and whatnot and asked them to check it out. THe response was always "that's what abs does", but they didn't realy test drive it until onw day when I went into the back and conned the mechanic into riding it while I was there. He came back with "holly !@#$%, there's something wrong with your brakes!". It's going in next week. It rode extremely smooth when not applying the brakes all the way to 118mph. Now that I've noticed this wear on the tire, I'm getting a strange front end harmonic at certain speeds.

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Re: Tires for my FLHRSE4
« Reply #29 on: July 10, 2008, 10:47:42 AM »

Just had front rotors warrantied for runout on the SERK. Front tire cupped badly. Asked dealer to warranty because tire is cupped not worn. Dealer says tech services says its a wear problem and they will not warranty it. 8700 miles on tires hoping for another 1k on the rear. How the hell can they get away with not covering this tire. Sounds as if it's a known issue. To replace a front before the first rear change is bullsh!t IMO. Any thoughts? I'm not looking forward to having to purchase a front tire evry 8k-9k.

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...and as a side note I asked to have the filler cup inside the gas tank replaced due to the paint (powder coated??) flaking off. HD's response is because it's not a visible part and the paint chips will not cause engine problems or fuel filter issues they will not cover that either. Anyone else have this paint flaking problem??
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