Rear tyre

[Opel]

I don’t think it’s a secret that the Sports Max tyres were a tyre intended for dry/fast usage.

Hence, the development of the Diamond ‘model’ to address wet traction abilities. I would strongly disregard hearsay from some guy that never kept bikes long enough to warrant the changing of tyres—even if he works in a tyre shop.

Have a look at that video on the ‘other’ thread… I think it says more than some bloke with dubious credentials.

http://www.haymouth.co.uk/phpBB3/viewto ... =7&t=22256

You can go around in circles with tyres (excuse the pun). You’ve got to ask yourself some questions. What usage will I put them through... Track days? Go for the big names if you want… All year round commuting? Maxxis Diamond.

Do you feel uneasy with the budget reputation? Can you afford Dunlop, Pirelli or Michelin? If so, go and spend the premium… Simples.

At the end of the day, when asking for advice remember... Opinions are like butt holes... everyone's got one.

[chric]

yes mine are dunlop sportmax road smart says they are a touring sports type tyre

[tony.mon]

Yep, as Bazza said I have Dunlop SportSmarts on atm.
And I'm very, very impressed.

They've done a dragstrip session, over three days, twelve or fifteen runs, also a track day at Brands, trip to Wales, and all of my mileage since.

I love them, they keep my butt off the deck just fine.

Admittedly, they're expensive, and I suppose I'm lucky enough to be able to get what I wanted, and not compromise.

[chric]

I don’t think it’s a secret that the Sports Max tyres were a tyre intended for dry/fast usage.

Hence, the development of the Diamond ‘model’ to address wet traction abilities. I would strongly disregard hearsay from some guy that never kept bikes long enough to warrant the changing of tyres—even if he works in a tyre shop.

Have a look at that video on the ‘other’ thread… I think it says more than some bloke with dubious credentials.

http://www.haymouth.co.uk/phpBB3/viewto ... =7&t=22256

You can go around in circles with tyres (excuse the pun). You’ve got to ask yourself some questions. What usage will I put them through... Track days? Go for the big names if you want… All year round commuting? Maxxis Diamond.

Do you feel uneasy with the budget reputation? Can you afford Dunlop, Pirelli or Michelin? If so, go and spend the premium… Simples.

At the end of the day, when asking for advice remember... Opinions are like butt holes... everyone's got one.

what I meant to say was I have never kept a bike long enough
hence why I have asked on here with your haveing the same bike

[benny hedges]

re maxxis diamond.... im not dissing them at all... i had good results with the m6029s on the storm, until they started to square off a bit then they were deadly - lots of wheelspin & very uneasy cornering.

thing is with the diamonds, theyre billed as a budget tyre but theyre really not that cheap compared to the market leaders, unless you get a bargain on a pair deal...
then you will find you need a rear when the front is still ok...
a new rear on its own will set you back the same as a pair deal of another brand lol.

another thing im not so keen on with them... they look nice when theyre new, but that diamond pattern on the sides is what, 2mm deep at best?
so assuming you ride the bike hard and actually dare to lean it over a bit? how long will they last?

and if you just want to replace the rear tyre, aren't you better matching it with what you already have on the front?

you can get a good deal on almost anything if you shop around...

one thing that puts me off maxxis tyres though - the maxxis girls oink oink woof eey orrrr

[Opel]

what I meant to say was I have never kept a bike long enough
hence why I have asked on here with your haveing the same bike

Sorry Chric... I should to learn read. I thought you meant that the guy advising you never kept a bike long enough!!! Hence the ditty regarding opinions...

Anyways... hope I've not offended you and good luck with your choice, I don't think you can go far wrong with any brand these days, the technology is that good.

[eggy81]

DUNLOP SPORTSMART

not the cheapest out there but with the dual compound they last for ages and ages!
3500 miles to switzerland ripping up and down the mountain passes and back! and they would probably go again! worth a look if you want your moneys worth!