Tire selections

[Commuta_Busa]

So lets see what tires everyone is running and /or plan on running.... Of course different sized bikes are may have better/worse experience with different tires.


I've got Pirelli Super corsa's that have seen better days... might try Michelin's, may stick with Pirelli's. I like the 180's over the 190's on my bike.


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[FigNewTon]

Still running the stock Bridgestones. Once those go either Pirelli Corsa/Super Corsa or Michelin Pilot Powers

I have been flirting with the idea of going to a 180 rear to aid in turn in. Did you notice a difference from the 190?

[Cakes206]

I'm a huge fan of the DUnlop 207RR's when they came out...infact, I still have an extra set that will fith the SV1Ks just nicely...

Fot the track I was using Dunlop 207 and 208 GP's...now I'm trying out the Diablo Super Corsa...6 track days and all is well so far...

[High_Revs_17]

So lets see what tires everyone is running and /or plan on running.... Of course different sized bikes are may have better/worse experience with different tires.


I've got Pirelli Super corsa's that have seen better days... might try Michelin's, may stick with Pirelli's. I like the 180's over the 190's on my bike.


:busa:

What's the stock rear size? I'm surprised you don't like the Corsas, maybe it's just time for a fresh new set.

[High_Revs_17]

I have been flirting with the idea of going to a 180 rear to aid in turn in. Did you notice a difference from the 190?

You should notice a positive difference especially on that bike, but you might have to tweak the rear suspension a bit.

[Commuta_Busa]

OEM is 190 but I switched to 180. I do really like my dragon supercorsa's but with all the pos about the Michelin's I'm thinking of trying them out...

What's the stock rear size? I'm surprised you don't like the Corsas, maybe it's just time for a fresh new set.

[Cakes206]

I think Ant went from a 190 to a 180 on 1K when he had it...said he really didn't feel much of a difference...

[Commuta_Busa]

I def noticed a difference in drop in and how well it holds the line in a turn but that was going from OEM 190 Bridgstones to the 180 supercorsa's.

[SAXON117]

I am running Michelin Pilot Road's on my SV 1000, Has anyone ran Michelin Pilot Power's?

[Hassmaschine]

I know I loved my Metzler M1's, may graduate to the newest release of those, still running stock tires and they hold a line pretty nice, so i won't complain.

[Rock712]

120 and 180 Diablo Strada!!!

[IrocRob]

Put on a new set of Metzler RaceTec K1's this year and
these things stick like glue, but they wear out quick.
They only made it through 3 track days on my '03 GSX-R1000.
I'm trying a K2 rear and a K1 front for VIR next weekend.
I'll probably try the Michelin Power Race Mediums next.
Or maybe the Dunlop Qualifiers...
Or maybe the Sportec M3's...
Hmmmmmm.....

[southjersey636]

I had Metzler M1's until I got a flat so my buddy gave me for free a 190 off a busa (bridgestone bt046) if I recall. Well in comparison to the M1, it cant come near the levels of grip, handling, and feedback the M1's put out

[RonJ83]

Ron (WCW Ron, not Ron 1.0 or 2.0) told me that it varies by bike. he had recommended that i (R6) use dunlop qualifers and told toky (600rr) to use metz m3

[JimRBlue]

Went from OEM to metzler m-1's very pleased with them so far. I know I wont get the same mileage as the bridgestones but they feel much better.

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[AfricanBootyScratcher]

I like black tires, especially if they are round

[Commuta_Busa]

why's it gotta be a race thing!??!? lol

hmmm apple bottoms

[TunerM]

I just put a set of Pilot Powers on my friends Busa 190 rear. It turns in awesome. I think the profile of the PPs promote better turn in, than the qualifiers.

I ride PPs and I swear by them. I think my next tire im going to try the pilot race

[Rev]

I like black tires, especially if they are round


just like your head :doh:

i have pos stock Dunlop Sportmax D218's size 180

Need a new set soon so i'll be looking at the Metler M3's.

[njf4i]

I'm in love with my diablo corsas that have seen better days.

So i'm gonna buy a pair of metzzlers off a friend who gave me a great deal. I was told the pirelli's and the mettzlers were pretty much the same combo. So i'll just have to wait and see.

[Roberts]

why's it gotta be a race thing!??!? lol

hmmm apple bottoms

if your already using Super Corsa why not use the 190 55? It has the same turn in advantage but also has a bigger contact patch. Best of both worlds.

You guys are talking 180 55 correct? 180 50 = garbage

[Roberts]

I'm in love with my diablo corsas that have seen better days.

So i'm gonna buy a pair of metzzlers off a friend who gave me a great deal. I was told the pirelli's and the mettzlers were pretty much the same combo. So i'll just have to wait and see.Pirelli owns Mettzler now. M1's are Diablo Corsa carcass & Super Corsa rubber

[Commuta_Busa]

I do run the 190 also but only for LSR. It's a very tall tire... for daily ridding though I like the 180.

if your already using Super Corsa why not use the 190 55? It has the same turn in advantage but also has a bigger contact patch. Best of both worlds.

You guys are talking 180 55 correct? 180 50 = garbage

[sonny]

I need a tire choice for a 98 GSXR 750.

Currently run a 190 metzler

Thinking about

Rear 190/50ZR17TL(73W) SPOM-1 - 36 PSI - 6.0 INCHES

Metzler