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[Twolanerider]

I have used the Fobo system on my Roadglide since it first became available and it has never let me down. Though the TPMS on my 17 is slick I do mis being able to just walk by my bike any time when i have it all covered up and I am not going to ride it and just look at my phone and see the pressures. Even considered putting a Fobo on my 17 but I get that would be ridiculous even for me..

Does the phone app limit the number of transmitters it will monitor in a single display?  Was wondering if two bikes (or even two bikes and a trailer) could all be quickly reviewed in the shop on one screen? 

[Trigger-Man]

Does the phone app limit the number of transmitters it will monitor in a single display?  Was wondering if two bikes (or even two bikes and a trailer) could all be quickly reviewed in the shop on one screen?

Good question ......which may best be answered by contacting the FOBO folks. They allude to monitoring up to 19 wheels/transmitters using a single app .......and also have an FAQ section on their website .

[Ironhorse]

I have used the Fobo system on my Roadglide since it first became available and it has never let me down. Though the TPMS on my 17 is slick I do mis being able to just walk by my bike any time when i have it all covered up and I am not going to ride it and just look at my phone and see the pressures. Even considered putting a Fobo on my 17 but I get that would be ridiculous even for me..

I was surfing the FOBO site and see there is a FOBO Bike. Is that the one you are using? Do you use the "T-valves"? Although the T-valve seems like a good idea, I wonder just how unsightly it is, and if it has any affect on tire balance?

Mark

[Glock]

Rode back from my indy's abot 65 miles.  Some interstate some twisties, some new pavement with twisties.  Enough to get the glaze off.  Felt pretty good, tomorrow will be the real test as it will be through some N. GA mountain roads hammering on the bike..
Will update after 2-300 mile ride tomorrow...
Glock

[Alan Perlin]

I was surfing the FOBO site and see there is a FOBO Bike. Is that the one you are using? Do you use the "T-valves"? Although the T-valve seems like a good idea, I wonder just how unsightly it is, and if it has any affect on tire balance?

Mark

Yes, that is it. I do use the t valve on the rear tire and think I will also put one on the front on my next tire change which looks like that will be soon. I only originally put on rear because I was worried about how it looked but its not bad. It is super convenient to have that t valve. Here is their website:
https://my-fobo.com/product/fobobike

[Ironhorse]

Yes, that is it. I do use the t valve on the rear tire and think I will also put one on the front on my next tire change which looks like that will be soon. I only originally put on rear because I was worried about how it looked but its not bad. It is super convenient to have that t valve. Here is their website:
https://my-fobo.com/product/fobobike

Alan,

Can you post a pic of what it looks like, T valve and all.

Mark

[Alan Perlin]

Alan,

Can you post a pic of what it looks like, T valve and all.

Mark

Of course Mark, bike in the shop but I will take a pic when I pick it up. Might not be until next weekend

[Glock]

Old school

[Glock]

Rode 300 miles today on the new tires.. Temp when I left this am was 67*, rose to 90*.  Tires handled exceptionally well with no wandering when pushed into corners.  Flowed right over the tire snakes with no wobble.  Tracked exceptionally well when accelerating making a right/left hand turn.
I don't think you can go wrong with these if you choose to do so.  The next test will be how they handle in the rain..
Glock

[skratch]

so, couple of questions on the fobo.  can I buy one car set and use two on one bike, and two on another?  and I assume that if I don't want to use it on either bike, I could just buy one set of fobo bike and use it on a trailer instead?

[TN]

I'm looking for long term reviews for the michelin tires, have always used them on my trucks with great experiences. I'm running down to 4/32 on the rear AE after 8500mi and getting slight cupping, I never got more than 6k out of the original HD-407 180/55-18.

I use to replace front tire every other rear tire mounted but now I replace them as a set. I can justify it by owning a tire machine and slave labor. I'm real happy with the AE's right now.



TN

[Twolanerider]

I've been running Michelin for several years now. No complaints at all. They quickly became my preference. My only complaint would have nothing to do with their use on a heavy Touring bike. It would only be in that since I mount my own they'very got a really stiff sidewall and sometimes make me say a few extra bad words during the installation.

[ultrafxr]

I'm looking for long term reviews for the michelin tires, have always used them on my trucks with great experiences. I'm running down to 4/32 on the rear AE after 8500mi and getting slight cupping, I never got more than 6k out of the original HD-407 180/55-18.

I use to replace front tire every other rear tire mounted but now I replace them as a set. I can justify it by owning a tire machine and slave labor. I'm real happy with the AE's right now.

TN

My experience is like Twolane's - tires ride and handle well - dry or wet.  Not ridden with the Dunlop AE but I switched to the Michs several years ago on my '07 and my '12 due to the severe cupping on the stock Lops.  Found that the Michs cupped on me also but didn't make note of mileage on either brand when the cupping started.  I've resigned myself to the fact that on these big heavy touring bikes riding two-up with cargo the rear tire is going to cup - just no way around it in my experience.  I've heard that pulling a trailer can also impact the tendency for the rear tire to cup but I don't know if that is fact or supposition.  Since I've sold both these bikes I lost my receipts but I think the Michs lasted a bit longer than the stock Lops. 
When I need new tires on my new '17 I'll probably go with the Michs.

Like Twolane said the sidewalls are stiff.  My local dealer couldn't get the tire bead seated on the rim of my first rear tire and had to send the wheel to a tire shop which had a higher volume air compressor that could really blast a large amount of air quickly.  All the other tires were mounted by an indy tire company whose owners are riders and specialize in selling and mounting motorcycle tires.  Never any problem for them.

[harleyrules]

I have been using the Commander 2 since I had my 2009 Ultra and on every bike since. I get almost double the mileage compared to the stock Dunlops. They handle great in all weather conditions. Just keep your tires inflated properly and ride on.

[Trigger-Man]

Alan,

Can you post a pic of what it looks like, T valve and all.

Mark

Here you are Mark ..........and they don't affect the balance significantly as the sending units are very light.