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[Jerry/MD]

I know 2 guys who got 18k miles on their 2010 Ultra Limited rear tires. What have you gotten?

[FLSTFI Dave]

I had 20,500 on the rear tire on my 09 SERG when I replaced it.  I had less than 500 miles riding double.

I was very happy with the tread life.

[Georgehjr]

Well that's great,,,,,,,,, However I look at this a little different , I am replacing both tires on my 08SEUC at 9,000 miles because 'why take chances?'  JMHO....

[dep47]

Had 21000 miles on the rear of my 09 Ultra when I traded it in still not down to the wear bars, but the flat tread wear was noticeable.  Normally change at 15,000 just to be safe.  Ride double loaded all the time.  My 010 CVO SE5 has 17,000 on the rear  and will change shortly as I have some longer trips planned.  Changed the front tire on the CVO at 30,000 miles.

[TwoToes]

Wow, you guys age getting great millage. I usually get 10,000 on the rear and 20,000 on the front and I ride solo.

[duranh]

It depends on your riding style, if you are always in the throttle hard then 10K is about right. Same for braking, racing to the light and stopping hard tends to wear the tires faster as well. I get near 20K on my tires normally.

[Hugh Janis]

I used to downshift hard and only got 6k on the 1st rear tire. That became an expensive habit so I tried harder to use the front break more and got 9k out of the 2nd. I really babied it (I thought).

[Limited Lou]

Wow, you guys age getting great millage. I usually get 10,000 on the rear and 20,000 on the front and I ride solo.

 There talking about the Dunlop 407 & 408 tires that the touring models came out in 2009, the tread is improved. My rear tire on my 2010 Limited was changed at  over 25,000 miles.. Front was just changed at 30,622.. Was ready for new..

[Spiderman]

How many times have I seen threads like this ? How many times have I posted on threads like this ? Too many but still as someone who's had his share of issues with tires, I feel compelled to say again and again and again  DO NOT RISK YOUR LIFE for the sake of how many miles you clock on your tires. I could go on and on and on for a couple of pages here with stories both personal and as related to me but I think it's as plain as the nose on your face. If you are at all concerned about how many miles you can squeeze out of a tire while riding a two wheeled vehicle you should cease riding two wheeled vehicles

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[hdbrad03]

I had over 15K miles but still had another 4-5K left based on tread measurement. Brian raised some very good points, my tire was cupped beyound where I thought the tire was safe. So I renewed it!

 

     Brad

[Limited Lou]

How many times have I seen threads like this ? How many times have I posted on threads like this ? Too many but still as someone who's had his share of issues with tires, I feel compelled to say again and again and again  DO NOT RISK YOUR LIFE for the sake of how many miles you clock on your tires. I could go on and on and on for a couple of pages here with stories both personal and as related to me but I think it's as plain as the nose on your face. If you are at all concerned about how many miles you can squeeze out of a tire while riding a two wheeled vehicle you should cease riding two wheeled vehicles

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When tire is ready for replacement for me that doesn't mean it's un-safe... I care for the tires real well as it is a two wheel vehicle and care for my well being...   

[TwoToes]

I agree with Spiderman. Safety is the key issue. I change my tires when they are worn but before they are worn out. I could get another 1k to 2k but it is not worth the risk.

[spydglide]

I agree with Spiderman. Safety is the key issue. I change my tires when they are worn but before they are worn out. I could get another 1k to 2k but it is not worth the risk.

It's really hard to cut it that close....I usually throw away lost more miles than that, usually due to planning to leave on a trip and not wanting to leave on a tire that can't make the most of the way.  spyder

[Dr.D]

There talking about the Dunlop 407 & 408 tires that the touring models came out in 2009, the tread is improved. My rear tire on my 2010 Limited was changed at  over 25,000 miles.. Front was just changed at 30,622.. Was ready for new..

Holy Crap Batman! Those miles are not average. I just posted in this subsection so just getting to this thread. I get about 9K on a rear and 12K on a front on my 09 FLHRC. I ride two up about a third of the time and run mountain roads with some spirit. I change mine when they look even close to worn. I am sure I throw miles away but love the look, feel, ride and confidence of the fresh rubber.

[Spiderman]

Holy Crap Batman! Those miles are not average. I just posted in this subsection so just getting to this thread. I get about 9K on a rear and 12K on a front on my 09 FLHRC. I ride two up about a third of the time and run mountain roads with some spirit. I change mine when they look even close to worn. I am sure I throw miles away but love the look, feel, ride and confidence of the fresh rubber.

Dr.D, the difference between you apparent knowledge in this post as compared to the "subthread" you started is what has me convinced my post in your subthread is correct. Keep it up Dude, I need a good daily laugh

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