ST Tyres

[YMFB]

following last weeks ride two up loaded to IOM and a few 100 mile on the island I now need new tyres on the ST4. I am considering Dunlop sportmax RoadSmart as they were reccomended by MCN.

Having not previously used dual compound tyres any reccomendations would be appreciated.

[bradders]

I'd stick with std Pirelli Diablos, or if you wnat dual compound corsa 111s

[YMFB]

a lot of my riding is two up on motorway/dual carriage ways and can include luggage this why I thought dual compound might suit but happy to take any advise

[Monty]

a lot of my riding is two up on motorway/dual carriage ways and can include luggage this why I thought dual compound might suit but happy to take any advise

I've got Pilot Roads on my ST4S-very happy with them. I have used Diablo's and Diablo Strada as well as the original Pilot Sports.

John

[ChrisBushell]

I have had Diablo Strada's on my ST4 for the last 4 years and found them excellent

[its me]

I'm on my second set of pilot roads, but i'm thinking of trying the dunlops next time, not because I dislike the pilots but just maybe i'm missing out?

[YMFB]

Ive ordered Dunlop Roadsmarts and they will be fitted on Wednesday so a few days time I will know if there any good and in a few months time if they last.

[mc31@york.ac.uk]

I use the pilot 2's. Dual compound, with 3 compounds between the 2 tyres - so super sports on sides of front, sports on centre of front and sides of rear, and a harder compound across the three inches of the centre of the rear.
They've never given me any nasty moments and feel very planted.
The rear has lasted superbly without squaring off - very good idea if you are doind a lot of motorways or two up.
Mike

[danrduc]

Let us know where the Roadsmarts were made[Japan or France], the new Q2 dual compound Qualifier will be out in a few months. They just did a journalists launch in the US for publication to coincide with the release. Talk was quite favorable. Works good on the track, and should last a lot longer on the street.

[John W]

ymfb,

this thread reads quite funny.
You asked for advice and then totally ignored it :lol:

pretty much 99% of my riding on the ST4S is two up with luggage, on one trip or another.
I've tried almost evert tyre going now, with the exception of the one your about to fit.

My choice would be either a Pirelli Diablo, or a Conti Road Attack.
These two give me the most tyre life, with a confidence inspiring level of grip.
I really like Michelin Pilot Powers, but they just don't last when 2 up.

Let us know how you get on.
Btw, round and black on ebay do sets of tyres at prices my local shops can't even buy them at. Even when charged for fitting they still work out cheaper.

[YMFB]

Firstly they are made in France to answer danrduc's question.

Secondly, whilst I rate the opinion of DSCers way above MCN it did cross my mind that of those of you kind enough to give me their opinion none had tried the Roadsmarts. MCN voted them best tyre last year and I thought I would be doing you all a favour if I fitted them.

Whilst I have only ridden them for about 5 miles I can report they look good:lol:

[Mad Dog Bianchi]

just tried out my new Pilot Roads, dual compound, and they were better than I expected. A lot of grip on very tight back roads, warmed up fast, very comfortable on the highway. did a total of about 150 km of two lane switchbacks going up and very very tight and narrow (for Japan) switchbacks going down the other side of a dead volcano. My buddy was on a Tuono R and he is bloody fast, but he did not press the point and we had a fast, but safe tour. tires gave me no insecure moments at all. Now I wonder how they will wear. Oh yeah, he had about 2300 km on his Tuono R and the Pirellis were getting close to exchange time....he does ride hard though.

[John W]

I've fitted a Pirelli Angel ST this time around.
It grips just as good as the diablos I had previously, and seems to be wearing much better. A recent trip that would normally cost me a tyre for the trip has left this tyre still looking in good shape. They are worth a look next time imo.

I thought the pilot roads were good too, but just didn't last for 2 up riding.

[Mad Dog Bianchi]

get rid of the pillion! hahahahaha

[John W]

Not an option, I need someone to keep the bed warm and pay the bar bills :D
Besides, she chooses the trips we go on :burn:

[Mad Dog Bianchi]

guess that settles the matter then.....the bed warming is always nice!

[danrduc]

Ive ordered Dunlop Roadsmarts and they will be fitted on Wednesday so a few days time I will know if there any good and in a few months time if they last.

I really liked the Roadsmarts, ended up about 33 and 36 psi. They had areally good feel, I thought, once I got the rear pressure down. The catalog recommends 42.
Just mounted a pair of the new Q2's, I'll see how they feel and wear.

[Lazarus]

I'm thinking of trying a set of Michelin Pilot Road 2 CT units on my ST3s. I have had them on my previous Honda CBF and my Yamaha MT01 and found them to be way superior over the OEM Metzeler units.

Any thoughts on their likely suitability for the ST3s?

[mc31@york.ac.uk]

Yes, i think they are very suitable.
I run them on my ST2, so no real difference between mine and yours.

[John W]

Yep, PR2s will be just fine. Pilot Powers are also good.

I do suggest you consider the angle STs though.
This has become my new favourite tyre as it grips superbly and wears really well too.

[Lazarus]

Thanks for the input. I like the look of the Angel STs too. Ya' know, I might just bite the bullet and try a set!