Z8 will probably outlast the others, and would be my choice.

 

If you want good edge grip and use it regularly then I'd go M77 Sportecs, very impressed with them. If it's more straight line work then I think the M8's are the best compromise.

 

I have replaced the origins fit metzeler roadtec Z8's with metzeler roadtec 01and am really pleased with them. The originals were good all round tyres and lasted the longest mileage I've had out of motorcycle tyres. First time I've got excited over tyres - love the 01's.

 

Roadtec 01 is good

 

Not in this list, but I've heard good reviews from my friends on the new Bridgestone S21.

Think I will be switching to that on my next tyre change. Have always had good experiences with Japanese rubber =D

 

I'll be the contrarian on the Metzler Z8s - especially if you are mostly wearing the middle of the tire on commutes and highway riding. These tires have caught so many people out on rides that I'd never put them on any bike I own. The problem with them is that they have no wear indication in the middle of the tire. The tire will look perfectly fine when you start up for a day ride and 50 miles later be showing cords. This problem is exacerbated by the typical over-inflation many people run in them (at the pressure recommended in the owner's manual).

If you ride it like a sport bike or for track days, I'd recommend Dunlop Q3s and if you ride it like a commuter or sport tourer, the Michelin Pilot Road 4s.

 

This just happened to the rear Z8 on my R Nine-T! One day the tire looked fine, the next day the middle of the tire was pure exposed cords!

 

Im a Pilot Road fan.

 

I've found the standard fitment Z8's to be grippy enough for hooligan peg down action, plus they seem to be wearing well too. Double Joy!!

However, always wanting more edge grip, I've already bought a set of Metzeler M5 Sportec (similar tread pattern to the Z8 but in a softer compound) ready to be fitted when the Z8's are eventually killed off.


I also second Mr filtered comments about Japanese rubber.....been using Bridgestone (BT023 and now BT016 Pro) on my 955i Daytona with impressive results.

 

Im still on the originals but that will soon change. I'm a big fan of the dual compound Dunlop Roadsmart 2 tires. Have used them on my FJR for years and will soon use them on my 9-T. They're yet to fail me, plenty of grip, dry or wet, solid feel what else could you want.
The good news is that motorcycle tire technology has improved leaps and bounds and most any good quality tire will give you plenty of safe miles. Ride safe


CHEERS

 

no one uses Pilot Power?

 

I have Michelin Pilot Power 4s on my bike. Have to say they are very good in the dry and on the few occasions I've had them in the wet they seem to be better than the OEM Metzellers that were on the bike before this (Z8s?). Still finding my feet in the wet with these tyres but the signs are very positive.

 

Fitted the Pirelli Angel GT and am loving it. Should have enough for spirited riding plus longevity of sports touring since I do not plan to track my 9T often.


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Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT's. Best rain tire I've ever had, good in the dry as well. I've also used PR's on other bikes and gotten good mileage.

 

How does the Pilot Power differ from the Pilot Road. More "racey" maybe?

 

:eek2: Errr....ahem....cough..... :blush:

The difference is that I'm a plonker and somehow had a brain-out moment and Typed Power instead of Road.... Yeah I know.... :S-A-Smack:

Apologies one and all... I of course have Michelin Pilot Road 4s!

 

Here's a nice comparison that's relevant to our bike:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EzcgeHLZMvw

 

Great vid. Thanks for sharing Perizoqui! I need to check out the 01's.

1. Metzeler Roadtec 01 = 9.8/10
2. Metzeler Z8 Roadtec = 9/10
3. Bridgestone T30Evo = 8.1/10
4. Dunlop Roadsmart III = 7.7/10
5. Cont. RoadAttack 2 Evo = 7.5/10
6. Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT = 7.2/10

They said anything above 6/10 is good.

 

no one uses Pilot Power?

I have the Pilot Power 2CTs on my bike, for about 600kms now. The best tire grip wise I ever had. But I don´t think I can get a reasonable mileage out of em.

Just ordered the Metzeler Roadtec 01s for a trial when the 2CTs are done...

 

On a hypersport bike, I can easily spin the rear tyre with 2CT with 3/4 of throttle exiting a corner. The tyre does not spin with Dunlop Q3, same corner same throttle opening.

The 2CT tyre profile tends to be very triangular for quick drop into the corner, whilst the Dunlop Q3 profile is more rounded which makes dipping into the corner more predictable.

I love the grip from Metzeler Racetec K1 and K2 soft and medium compound but they don't last. I burn through the K1, K2 within 3-4000km of only road riding.

Tyres are very personal as it depends on the type of your typical riding condition.

For example (I don't commute on my bike and only use it on sunny weekends) I don't / avoid riding in the rain so I look for a tyre which has more land to sea ratio and look for almost slicks on the edge. Our yearly weather is fairly mild and we don't get snow in winter (except for the snowy mountain areas), so I would go for a more sport oriented tyre.

 

Had metzer from stock chnaged to ac schnitzer wheels and bridgestone s21
Awesome grip really preditable grip love should also last three layer hard midlle soft outer even softer edge
Lots of confidence the new wheels being so much lighte meant i was over shooting my corners

 

Mine came with Z8's, did two rears to one front, then last summer fitted M7RR's which nearly did the same mileage as the Z8's. Just fitted Michelin Road 4's, covered 3000k's on them so far and loving them. Had Road 3's fitted to my Ducati Streetfighter a few years ago and had no complaints, have covered 28000k's in 18mths so a little longevity is important to me. Through the twisties on Saturday (spring time down here) my mates on their 1299 Panigale and Super Duke GT couldn't loose me either ! 0Might add that my riding buddies that don't run sports tyres are all on Angle GT's and love them and they are at present the best priced tyre (ST) we can get here !

 

I only use Dunlop Tires - Track Bike/ R9T / KTM 690 has Dunlops on SMC wheels -

They may not last as long as others... Its my Fav!

 

It actually depends on the condition of the roads your driving. Driving too rough and on bad roads would surely ruin the tires more sooner, whatever be the quality. But yet, there are certain tips thorough which you can still get your tires to run long. Also there are few things you need to check before getting new tires. Things You Must Know Before Buying New Tires | Service Plus 416 : Toronto Automotive Garage Hope these helps you out.

 

Please take no offense .... but other than proper tire inflation, automotive tires are about as far removed as bicycle tires are when it comes to motorcycles....

I used to live in Hawaii. It's warm, wet and then dry depending on what side of the island your on and the time of year. Sounds like the OP's riding style leans to the sporting side so my nod would be to go for the Metzler M7RR or maybe the new Bridgestone S21....

 

really pleased with the Metzeler ROADTEC Z01's (replacement for he Z8's) - excellent grip all conditions and good wearing

 

Agreed!! Living near Seattle mimics the UK's winter wet conditions. The new Roadtec Z01's are a great compromise under those conditions. If your riding style leans on the racer side than the Metzler M7rr is great choice.

 

I just ran through a set of Storm 3D's by Avon. Living in Colorado I'm always up in the hills hitting the twisties as hard as possible. I got 11,000 miles out of the tires before retiring them. I used the Avons when I had my RT. I liked them over the Metzler's because they kept their rounded shape longer. Good grip in all conditions and never failed me through the turns.

 

Metzeler M77 Sportecs....Grip is excellent wet or dry, warm up is super quick which means you can rely on them.
Good turning, weight transfer and excellent side grip and they give me confidence.
The only negative is post-Brexit, they've gone up substantially

Tyres and tyre preference is about as individual as you can get, 'feel and confidence' is the preserve of the rider.

Like many I've tried a variety of brands over the years, personally not a Michelins fan as I never got the feel from a side grip perspective when you're well over, but like Bridgestone and Metzeler.

Stayed with Metzeler on the R9T because my logical was that it was developed with this tyre manufacturer and so a grippier version of the MEZ8's would only enhance my experience.

Tyre life, I got 4,500 miles from my first rear before it began white-lining and needed changing..

Marky Mark

 

I got a staple in my rear tire and pulled it to get repaired at the dealer. They pointed out that the rear was almost down to the wear bar. I figured since I was paying for mounting and balancing, I should just get new tires instead of having to deal with it again in a couple months.

Decided to go with the a different tire than the stock Metzlers. Getting the Michelin Pilot Road 4. Hopefully will last longer then the originals.

 

I have them on mine, and they are excellent. Best in the wet as well.

 

Yeah, the stock tires were a bit sketchy in the wet.

 

I'm surprised you say that Mike, as I've had the pegs down in the wet on the OE Z8's.

 

Big Dunlop Q3 fan. Sticky sticky sticky


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