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Posted by pcarrell
- August 11, 2014, 20:40:07 PMI found the Metzlers to be VERY picky about pressures you run. I was 4 pounds down on the rear and ran that way for maybe 75 miles before I noticed, and that rear tire was very obviously cupped. At 13,450 miles the center tread began to pull away and it was replaced.
Posted by scamp62
- August 11, 2014, 20:30:43 PMI do like the Metzler's and have stuck with them !
Posted by pcarrell
- August 11, 2014, 20:30:04 PMI just switched from a Metzler 880 to a Shinko 777 about 2000 miles ago, and I have to say, I like the Shinko's better. The grip seems better, as does the 2up comfort. So far, my favorites have been the Continental Milestones, because they simply last forever, but if these Shinko's wear well, they might be a new favorite. They are more grippy then the Conti's, so I'm wondering if it's a softer compound, which could affect wear. So far, I'd suggest that if you're bigger into corner carving, the Shinko's might be the way to go. If you like to take it easy, the Conti's will last forever!
Posted by CDNRatMan
- August 11, 2014, 19:44:49 PMI know around here it is harder and harder to find WWW tires, so I will stick with my 888's because I like them and they work for me.
That is one finely decked out 800, and yes they do need them WWW to look their best....
Posted by Dcardova
- August 11, 2014, 19:24:04 PMProbably a redundant topic....but I am replacing a worn Metzler Marathon '880 on my 2003 800. I was thinking of ordering the same tire (came with the bike when I bought it) but if someone has a good recommendation for a rear wide white...I'm all ears!