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[Eagle Eye]

I put tens of thousands of miles on Metzlers, but never had this happen.  Isn't this a problem with their Brazilian manufacturer?  I found Metzlers cup way too easily on the front tire.  At less than 7k I started having humming from the front.

[sadunbar]

I put tens of thousands of miles on Metzlers, but never had this happen.  Isn't this a problem with their Brazilian manufacturer?  I found Metzlers cup way too easily on the front tire.  At less than 7k I started having humming from the front.

Both mine were German manufactured.  And both were properly inflated at all times.  Since we take so many trips, I'm religious about checking tire pressure...

[Dead_Reckoning]

Have been using them awhile and like them also.  They are a bitch to mount but great on the road. 

Are you using these?
Front - 130/90B16 73H - Part#: 544126 recommended for your 2003 Harley-Davidson RK
Rear - 130/90B16 73H - Part#: 544135 recommended for your 2003 Harley-Davidson RK

or did you use a 140/90B16 73H for the rear?

I have read that the 140mm rear could rub on the Belt Sprocket?

Have you noticed Improved Longevity (Mileage) vs the Dunlop 402s?

Thanks
DR

[MNTransplant]

Do they come in sizes to fit the 09-SE4? How do they compare to the Dunlops for load rating?

[grc]

Do they come in sizes to fit the 09-SE4? How do they compare to the Dunlops for load rating?

They have a 180/65B16 81H rear that matches the specs for your stock Dunlop, but I don't see a 130/80B17 65H listed for the front.

This is the link for the website; scroll down to the bottom and they list the available sizes:

http://www.michelinmotorcycle.com/index.cfm?event=Commander

Jerry

[Dead_Reckoning]

They have a 180/65B16 81H rear that matches the specs for your stock Dunlop, but I don't see a 130/80B17 65H listed for the front.

This is the link for the website; scroll down to the bottom and they list the available sizes:

http://www.michelinmotorcycle.com/index.cfm?event=Commander

Jerry

I found these

Michelin Front Commander II 130/80HB-17 Blackwall Tire - 43863
https://www.denniskirk.com/michelin/front-commander-ii-130-80hb-17-blackwall-tire-43863.p544129.prd/544129.sku

130/80B-17 (65H) Michelin Commander II Front Motorcycle Tire
http://www.jakewilson.com/p/52/-/343/750/-/34022/Michelin-Commander-II-Front-Motorcycle-Tire

•H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph
•Feature a radically different tread pattern for head-turning looks along with premium sidewall treatment which complements cruiser styling
•All-new rubber compounds provide remarkable wet grip without compromising durability, while the square bead wires improve casing rigidity, handling and ease of installation
•Amplified Density Technology, a highly dense, more-rigid tire casing, helps deliver excellent feedback and handling
•Rear tires are designed for dramatically extended mileage and feature Aramid tread plies to resist centrifugal growth, reduce weight and provide excellent stability
•Tubeless design
•Blackwall

[Fed68]

I run the Dunlop E3's on my bagger and have loved them since I tried them.  I have read that people like the Commanders even more than the E3's.  I just bought an 02 Softail for a project bike and I am putting the Commanders on it to try them.

[North Georgia Hawg]

I would love to put a set on my '12 FLHXSE but was told that they don't make my size.   

Sadly, that's true Judy. Michelin doesn't yet make the 130/60-B19 that we need to fit the front wheels of our FLHXSE3s.  We can't be bleeding edge AND have all of the aftermarket support too, I guess...

But I think they do make the rear tire to fit our bikes...

Ken

[Sklywag]

Like this?  I've had two rear Metzler's chunk in a row.  My riding friend just mounted a set of Pirelli's, but I think they're way soft.  I'm either going back to Dunlop or to the Michelins...

Oh I have that beat!

[10SE5]

Jim,...are those radials? Can they be mixed with other brands while waiting for one to wear out?

my dealer told me tires can't be mixed. getting my rear tire replace under tire/wheel warranty and trying to decide if I want to spend the money to replace the front. are they really worth  it?

[bigdave110]

I have been running the Commander II on my last 2 bikes.
I do love them.
I will say that they are the best wet road tire I have ever used.
Never felt so good  driving on wet roads!
They also do not cup like the Dunlops have for me in the past.

I DO NOT get the extra mileage out of them that the company and some claim.
I have been getting approx the same as every other bike tire I have used.
I change 1 front for every 2 rear tires. Same as it has always been for me.

I will continue to use them simply for the wet road grip if for no other reason.

Just my experience.

Dave

 

[10SE5]

gonna give them a try. putting them both on

[SckBstrd]

Hey GANG,
Had Commanders on my old '07 FLHX... Loved them.

Been looking into putting the Comm II's on my FLHXSE2 - but can't seem to find the CVO Street Glide 2011 in the fitment guides for those tires.
Has anyone else come across the difficulty finding fitment for the Street Glides?  I think it may be because of the 19" front wheel.

I don't know for sure...  and I'm just getting started in the "look and see" phase.

I have to say the old commanders made ALL the difference in handling on the OLD BIKE.  Looking forward to putting the Commander on this current scoot.  If I can.

Peace.

JJC

[LovemyCVOgirl]

Hey GANG,
Had Commanders on my old '07 FLHX... Loved them.

Been looking into putting the Comm II's on my FLHXSE2 - but can't seem to find the CVO Street Glide 2011 in the fitment guides for those tires.
Has anyone else come across the difficulty finding fitment for the Street Glides?  I think it may be because of the 19" front wheel.

I don't know for sure...  and I'm just getting started in the "look and see" phase.

I have to say the old commanders made ALL the difference in handling on the OLD BIKE.  Looking forward to putting the Commander on this current scoot.  If I can.

Peace.

JJC

Read reply #22.  I do believe the tire size is the same on the '11 and '12 CVO SG.

[SckBstrd]

Read reply #22.  I do believe the tire size is the same on the '11 and '12 CVO SG.

SaDly, Its True.  You Are Right