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CVO Technical => Wheels/Tires/Suspension/Brakes => Topic started by: 09S/E roadglide on November 17, 2009, 08:18:01 PM

Title: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: 09S/E roadglide on November 17, 2009, 08:18:01 PM: I took the RG to the dealer today in regards to the rear tire. I spoke to MoCO customer service and Dunlop nether are willing to do anything about the problem. According to them there is no problem with the rear. I am not a happy camper right now ! I will speak to Dunlop tomorrow and see how far up there a$$ i can fit. :nixweiss:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Sklywag on November 17, 2009, 09:32:54 PM: I was just told the same thing about the rear. Yes there is a front issue. No there is no rear issue.
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: southtxcruiser on November 17, 2009, 09:59:37 PM: how many miles on that tire... and also can u post a pic of the tire.... not really what cupping looks like a pic might help...
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Mr D on November 17, 2009, 10:05:11 PM: Under inflation can be the cause :nixweiss: Had a similiar situation in Sturgis this year and had to make a unexpected stop at the Metzeler tent. The Rep stated regardless of what tire brand you are running, ALWAYS set tire(s) at "max cold setting and ride on :2vrolijk_21:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Hoist! on November 17, 2009, 11:47:48 PM: Quote from: Mr D on November 17, 2009, 10:05:11 PM
Under inflation can be the cause :nixweiss: Had a similiar situation in Sturgis this year and had to make a unexpected stop at the Metzeler tent. The Rep stated regardless of what tire brand you are running, ALWAYS set tire(s) at "max cold setting and ride on :2vrolijk_21:

BINGO!!! PUT MORE AIR IN EM IF THEY START CUPPING! It'll actually correct the cupping if it's not too bad! ;)

Hoist! :coolblue:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: miker on November 18, 2009, 07:49:28 AM: Ditto the bingo!

I think somebody screwed the pooch on inflation pressures with these things...Pay attention to your butt riding and adjust it til it feels better.

I am at 42-43 in the new 408 front and 44ish in the 407 rear..
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 07:56:36 AM: I did increase the pressure and it helped it out bunches.The damage has already been done :'( looks like some circle doughnuts to fix the rest of the tire ! when I say fix I mean wear it off so I can get a new one :orange:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Hoist! on November 18, 2009, 08:24:13 AM: Quote from: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 07:56:36 AM
I did increase the pressure and it helped it out bunches.The damage has already been done :'( looks like some circle doughnuts to fix the rest of the tire ! when I say fix I mean wear it off so I can get a new one :orange:

Watch it Rick, they see burnt rubber inside your rear fender, it might be game over (unless you plan on paying yourself)! If that's the case, have at it! ;)

And don't forget.....

:worthless: :worthless: :D

Hoist! :coolblue:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: johnnymap on November 18, 2009, 09:40:35 AM: Miker,

Are you running those tire pressures all the time, one up, two up and /or loaded?

Thanks,

john
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Mr D on November 18, 2009, 09:52:15 AM: Quote from: johnnymap on November 18, 2009, 09:40:35 AM
Miker,

Are you running those tire pressures all the time, one up, two up and /or loaded?

Thanks,

john

John,

Tom here :)

regardless of what tire brand you are running, ALWAYS set tire(s) at "max cold setting and ride on
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: miker on November 18, 2009, 10:15:17 AM: Quote from: johnnymap on November 18, 2009, 09:40:35 AM
Miker,

Are you running those tire pressures all the time, one up, two up and /or loaded?

Thanks,

john

All the time...I bout 2up by myself!
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: johnnymap on November 18, 2009, 10:41:56 AM: Quote from: Mr D on November 18, 2009, 09:52:15 AM
John,

Tom here :)

regardless of what tire brand you are running, ALWAYS set tire(s) at "max cold setting and ride on

Tom,

I have always run the reccommended cold pressures on my bikes. But they all had the 402's. Obviously these new tires are a different animal.

john
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: hdbrad03 on November 18, 2009, 07:19:08 PM: My dealer gave me no hassle about my rear tire they measured it and there was 3/32" difference from the low to high side. Replaced under warranty.
Nice to have a dealer that cares. The front tire was also replaced account cupped.

:bananarock: :bananarock:
Brad
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 07:31:09 PM: This is an old one but here ya go Howie....

please note the sign in front of me.
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Hoist! on November 18, 2009, 07:58:19 PM: Quote from: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 07:31:09 PM
This is an old one but here ya go Howie....

please note the sign in front of me.

HeHe!!! Good one Rick! And on a Road King too!!! :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: :2vrolijk_21: ;D ;D ;D ;) o

Hoist! :coolblue:
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 08:04:04 PM: I thought you had seen my RK....its for sale !! :-\
Title: Re: Rear tire cupping on the D407
Post by: Hoist! on November 18, 2009, 08:26:19 PM: Quote from: 09S/E roadglide on November 18, 2009, 08:04:04 PM
I thought you had seen my RK....its for sale !! :-\

No, I don't think so! Hmmm.... it's Blue/Silver/and Black! Wonder what it is with them 3 colors?!!! ::) ::) ::) :D :D :D :D :D ;)

Hoist! :coolblue: