PosseRider
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I know there has been some discussion about softer sidewall tires here. Goodyear comfort tread, being one. Has anyone tried any? Or any other tires that give a better ride & good on wet roads. TIA
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I ran the comfort tread and was happy with the tire and handling. Couldn't stand the TRIGLIDE for long rides tho.
Was those long rides on rough road, or any type of road? I don't like even short rides on rough road with my TG.
On the super slab, I don't have a problem though.
whether or not anyone cares to admit it the Tri does ride like crap.
Interesting statement! Can't speak for anyone else but my Tri rides fine. Maybe the newer models were an improvement.
Let's get back to "Tires"
I replaced both rear tires with Cooper Trendsetter SE Tires (205/70R/14) from Tire Central & Service. This is a quiet-running tire with excellent traction.
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I know there has been some discussion about softer sidewall tires here. Goodyear comfort tread, being one. Has anyone tried any? Or any other tires that give a better ride & good on wet roads. TIA
Far from me to defend the Spyder...But it does ride better than the Tri...And whether or not anyone cares to admit it the Tri doe's ride like crap, Thats why the after market and sponsors are doing a lively business selling softer tires and better shocks for the Tri...That said i still love my Tri...For the feel of a rough and tumble Machine...Its an intangible that can't be duplicated on a Spyder or Honda...It has nothing to do with who's stronger than who...
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I ride 12K ~ 15K miles a year on a stock TG at 73 years old and I don't have one single problem doing so. What's wrong with you young whippersnappers - getting soft? Sheesch!
Soft seat, soft shocks, soft tires, soft roads. Are there any REAL BIKERS here that ride hardtails? :laugh: :laugh:
I have about 4000 miles now on the Goodyear Comfortred tires. They are definitely a softer ride than the OEM tires (which I've ridden about 100,000 miles on.
Have not ridden the Comfortred in the snow yet, nor any really heavy rain.
But on dry and light rain, they handle as good, or better, than the OEM tires, AND are more comfortable.
I will mention, I ran the OEM tires at 20-21 psi, that was their sweet spot. But when I tried running the Comfortred at that low of a PSI they really wallowed, felt like jello. Got them at 27 psi now and they are good.
Kevin
Good to hear Kevin, Are you still running your new Avon front tire at 41psi & are you happy with it overall?
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