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GPX 250 tyres

Discussion in 'Kawasaki 250cc Twins' started by madmac, Dec 29, 2011.

  1. madmac

    madmac New Member

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    Hi guys i am just wondering if anyone can clear up my dilemma, i have 100/90 130/90 BT45 dunlops which are due to be changed, one shop told me go with the oem 100/80 130/80 dunlop gt301 and and another said try the pirelli sport demons in the 90's would going back to the 80's make the handling any better or not both sets i can get fitted for $270 so yeah not a huge one just dunno  ::)
     
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    you are already running 100/90 130/90, how does the bike handle ?  if its okay, then have a good look at the Pirelli's, at that price you'd be hard pressed to beat it.

    Chris
     
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    Hey chris yeah the bike seems to handle ok it does bite into the turns a bit i.e turns more and more but i have not ridden anything else to compare so i guess i'll go with the pirelli's thanks


    sean
     
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    I liked a Pirelli on the front of my GPX, and something cheaper on the back.
     
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    Lets face it, tyres are in the main all good, comes down to individual likes and dislikes.
    I have used Pirelli's and found them very sticky(excellent adhesion) but poor wear.
    Michelins I found excellent as I did with Bridgestone. These 2 gave great wear and considering the price of tyres today, would use them again, that's my take.
     
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    i like michelins on the bikes but comes down to personal preference and local conditions.
     

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