[BaldyDave]

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.

Seems like a reasonable comparison MCN made, but I note that they used the GT version of the Michelin Pilot Roads. Not sure if this uses a stiffer sidewall and harder (and possibly less sticky) rubber compound than the Pilot Road 4s. Just something to be aware of... I've yet to have had the Pilot Road 4 tyres slide on me despite fairly hard cornering (I'm no Rossi).

 

[Drmeng]

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

 

[MVA]

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.

 

[DarrenS]

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 !

 

[FatCobra]

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!

 

[Marly254]

I ride everyday to work.
yes i go in and out of traffic in mornings. I travel home at night with no traffic so I do ride as fast as possible
50 miles. me=120 lbs, no luggage. wet and dry conditions and humid always. mostly freeway but I like to take bike to track day once in while.
Here is what i have come up with. Would love to know your opinions.

Metzeler Sportec M7 RR
ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT SPORT TOURING
ANGEL GT SPORT
Here in Hawaii i can get the angeL gt tyre right now or wait 10 days for the others. i have another bike but if the angel gts are the best i would like to know.
thanks in advance for all your thoughts

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.

 

[Andrew]

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

 

[MotoMike]

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.

 

[MotoMike]

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....

 

[pettefar]

I rather like Michelin Pilots myself. Bon chance mon ami.

NICK

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.

 

[Spoon]

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.

 

[Zanderk]

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

 

[maddmike]

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.

 

[ttpete]

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.

 

[maddmike]

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

 

[Dolemite]

Big Dunlop Q3 fan. Sticky sticky sticky


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[Systole]

Another Pilot Road 4 fan here. Great in rain and stickier than stock.

 

[JohnT]

There was a rebate on Bridgestone S21s. I bought 2 sets for $150/set. USD. The S1000RR guys are saying they're like Q3s with much more life. Haven't mounted the first set yet.

 

[MVA]

After the change to Kineo wheels I'm running Pilot Road 4 with pressures of 36PSI front and rear. This tyre flexes more on high throttle application exiting a corner. So you get that wiggle feeling from the rear. The Roadtec Z8 does not move as much as the Pilot Road 4.

The Pilot Road 4 has some slip on the side of the tyre but its not scary.

It could be a number of factors such as pressures and the combo of lighter rims?

I'll try to tune this out via the settings on the front and rear shocks.

 

[maddmike]

After the change to Kineo wheels I'm running Pilot Road 4 with pressures of 36PSI front and rear. This tyre flexes more on high throttle application exiting a corner. So you get that wiggle feeling from the rear. The Roadtec Z8 does not move as much as the Pilot Road 4.

The Pilot Road 4 has some slip on the side of the tyre but its not scary.

It could be a number of factors such as pressures and the combo of lighter rims?

I'll try to tune this out via the settings on the front and rear shocks.

Interesting. Did you get the regular or the heavy duty one (I forgot the actual designation). One is made for heavier bikes such as a GS which will not grip properly on lighter bikes such as the NineT.