[luvmyGPz]

I know opinions are like...well, you know.
I need new sneakers on the GPz. What are the recommendations? The size is 100/90/19. The current tire is a Dunlop Elite but it is in bad shape. The rear is a Kenda Challenger with plenty of life left. I'll probably just replace the front for now. The type of riding I plan on doing is commuting with some pleasure riding every now and again. I'm no knee dragger and I doubt I'll be riding in the rain much. Just looking for something reasonable, long lasting and safe.
TIA,

 

[A2rider]

Look into Shinko or Sakura.

 

[luvmyGPz]

Really? I have never heard of those.
Thanks!

 

[Stormdragon]

I'd suggest a set of Metzlers over Shinko's or Sakuras.

 

[luvmyGPz]

Yeah, I was leaning towards Metzlers. I remember those being the bee knees when I was riding last.
I looked at the Shinkos and did not see my size listed.
Thanks,

 

[A2rider]

He didn't say how much he wanted to spend.

I like my Sakuras, they hold the road really well. I will be buying a pair of Pirellas when I get the money.

 

[elr658]

Bridgestone BT45 over ALL!

 

[limegreen585]

I'm with elr658, BT45's are a good all rounder tyres as well as responding well and sticking to the road when hitting up through the twisties.
Cheers
Tony
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Bridgestone BT45 over ALL!

 

[kawracer]

I like the Avon Roadrider AM26.

 

[jbsmd]

I have Dunlaps on one of my bikes....rubber is harder in center than the sides cause I don't do much canyon carving with it. Tread hasn't worn flat like some other sport bikes that are used mainly for commuting. Don't most makers have different styles for the type of riding one does? I was also told along time ago to use the same brand front and back..not that I do.

 

[BR549]

Bridgestone BT45's.....they're easy to get, they're reasonably priced, they get good mileage and they do surprisingly well on the track.

 

[ratvespa]

Bridgestone BT45 over ALL!

amen to that, good sport tire that seems to last a good while.

if you are on a budget you can go with IRC's. I rock them on my KZ1000, they seem to grip well and tend to last a while.

 

[elr658]

I ran IRC Durotour 310s for YEARS. They are my budget tire of choice.

 

[aaronrkelly]

I have Dunlop 404s (I think) on my KZ1000 - love them.

Also have Metzler wide whitewalls on my cruizer.....dig them too.

 

[A2rider]

Bridgestone BT45's.....they're easy to get, they're reasonably priced, they get good mileage and they do surprisingly well on the track.

Easy to get, yes, $300 per set, not cheap! But if you work in a bike shop, yes, they are much cheaper! :wink:

 

[BR549]

Easy to get, yes, $300 per set, not cheap! But if you work in a bike shop, yes, they are much cheaper! :wink:

Not to thread jack, but.....yikes, mine were about $200.00 and I got them through a dealership! Maybe, they felt sorry for me.

 

[A2rider]

Parts unlimited catalog:

BQ-3745 SIZE & RATING: 100/90V-19 $136.95

 

[luvmyGPz]

Thanks for the suggestions everyone.
I have another question. Radials vs Bias. Is one better than the other? I thought I had read somewhere bias ply is better for the older bikes. True?

 

[A2rider]

You'll be hard pressed to find radials to fit your bike. I've tried, but they may be out there.

 

[herk]

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