Need Input on B021 tires

[HarvRead]

I've used ME880 tires on my LT's for the last 7 years, I used to get 16,000 miles on the rear, lately it's more like 13-14,000. Plus the price has gone up a bunch. I have ordered a set of B021's, they are much cheaper. I don't expect them to last as long as the 880's. Looked under "search" and " Files" and got nothing. Any input from those who have gone down this road is welcome, especialy if you can compare them to 880's from your experience. Thanks.

[gr8fulfred]

I don't think the rear has the load rating the LT requires. I have been using them on my K1200S though, and found them to be smooth, quite good in the corners with a feeling of confidence, but the fronts just don't last. My first one lasted 5500 miles while the rear is now giving up after 9000 miles, and the 2nd front tire I bought just before going to Gillette is about to go, probably going to make 5000 again. The Pilot Power tires the bike came with got 7500 front and back. I think I'm going to try the new Dunlop Roadsmart tires next and see how they do, but I think the LT is stuck with the 880's for now.

[fpmlt]

If you look down a few posts you'll see that my experience with the BS021 was less than satisfactory. Handled great, bald in 2,500 (yes, two thousand) miles. Just put on a set of Metzlers and like them a whole lot better. They handle as well, but seem more comfortable. Also switched my HD from Dunlop to Metzler, and not sure I'd consider any other tire.

[Rockdoc]

My bike came with Metzelers but there was a shortage when I needed a tyre a couple of years ago so I had to give my wallet a sharp squeeze and swap to Bridgestones. I can't say that I've noticed a significant difference in the mileage but the handling is definitely different and it took me a day or two to get used to it. In the dry the Bridgestones are fantastic and I take Katie further over than I ever did with the Metzelers. In the wet they don't seem to develop the same level of grip, which I put down to temperature. It seems to me that they take a few miles to develop their full grip in the dry so a soggy road might delay that.

Keith

[joegottberg]

I made the same switch about 5K ago. The Metz would last only 6-7 K on the rears (pretty hard riding).

I have significantly adjusted my riding lately (something about excessive performance awards) and I expect to get another 3K or so out of them.

Go for it!

[zippy_gg]

I don't think the rear has the load rating the LT requires. I second that! The rear tire must read "Reinforced" on it to have the proper weight rating. Your life depends on that little piece or rubber between you and the road, so choose wisely.