Darkside Question

csduncansnomad · 07-10-2010, 04:25 PM

Was thinking of going to the darkside. I saw one ct peeps use was the Continental Vanco 195-65-16. What other tire does anyone use and what size? Does the ct handle the curves as good as a mt?

**coacha** · 07-10-2010, 04:31 PM

Dunlop SP 5000 on mine. 195-60-16. It handles great.

bigdave · 07-10-2010, 04:36 PM

Im running the Dunlop SP 5000 in the 195/60-16 also. In my opinion the CT handles better than the MT

waterman · 07-10-2010, 06:44 PM

I am one of those running the continental 195/65. I have just under 3000 miles on it now. I won't go back. I really like the performance after getting used to the different feel. Now I really don't notice it back there. As far as curves, it will keep up with the mt.

metalman · 07-10-2010, 07:28 PM

I'm running a Bridgestone Turanza 195/60-16. It has just under 10K miles on it and is getting to the point that I will need to replace it soon. I will use a Continental Vanco 195/65-16 to get the speedometer more accurate. The bike handles as well, if not better than with the motorcycle tire.

landman · 07-10-2010, 08:38 PM

??? only 10k on a car tire and it needs replacing allready.

**MAS Tequila** · 07-10-2010, 08:45 PM

I'm running the Continental Vanco 8 in 185/75/16.

Personally I like the taller tire.

My first was a 60 series and in my OPINION the 75 series feels better, seems to handle better also.

MT

lw · 07-10-2010, 08:45 PM

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Originally Posted by landman

??? only 10k on a car tire and it needs replacing allready.

That one was surprising to me too, as Lucille's DS tire has 5K and still looks new.

**Cajunrider** · 07-10-2010, 09:03 PM

You guys who have premature wearout of the CT's.....are they worn more in the center? If so, it sounds like you may be running the pressure to high. I run between 26 and 28 psig with the tire wearing evenly. I have 9,000 miles on my SP 5000 and should be able to go another 8,000 miles before replacement. I didn't notice the difference in handling anymore after 500 miles.

skeeter · 07-10-2010, 10:20 PM

Running the Dunlop SP 5000. It has its quirks and the front end definately has a different feel to it. Yeah I know, it's the back tire that changed but, I feel it more in the front. Stiffer. heavier, call it what you want. Not a bad thing, just something you need to get used to in pushing your bike around. When I hit the twisties I'm not thinking about it much. It can handle the curves just fine. I seem to be more stable in the tight technical turns and slow speed maneuvering. Fear not and go forth!

skeeter · 07-10-2010, 10:22 PM

I didn't get the Turanza because it says Bridgestone on it.

**Cajunrider** · 07-10-2010, 10:27 PM

Hey Skeet, you forgot to mention no more tiptoeing with the SP 5000.

pablo · 07-11-2010, 08:47 AM

I'm running an Achilles ATR Sport 195/55-R16 and like the difference it makes in gearing. With this tire the speedometer error is huge (about 12%), but the bike pulls good from about 50 mph up in 5th gear. My normal cruising speed is between 80 & 85 indicated (about 71-76 actual) and the rpms do not seem to be excessive (maybe a little higher than I would like). I don't ever have to shift down to pass. I now have 18,000 + miles on the tire and it is getting pretty thin in the middle. I run 26-27 psi, even with two up. The rear of the bike sits a little lower and I occasionally scrape the exhaust pipes on tight turns. I may get a better quality tire next, but will probably stick with 195/55-R16.
Pablo

csduncansnomad · 07-11-2010, 09:19 AM

Ok tks all for the info I ordered the vanco 2 195/65/16 now I have the wife worried is it safe lol

lonewolf · 07-11-2010, 10:54 AM

my premature tire wear on my sp 5000 i can definately attribute to over inflation. my center is worn out. got nervous about pulling trailer and having a heavy load, going to sturgis last year, ran it at 36 psi. i got about 10,000 on it and need to replace. will be running in that 28-30 psi from now on. new sp has arrived and will put on before sturgis this year.

07-10-2010, 04:25 PM	#1
csduncansnomad Jr. Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 23	Darkside Question Was thinking of going to the darkside. I saw one ct peeps use was the Continental Vanco 195-65-16. What other tire does anyone use and what size? Does the ct handle the curves as good as a mt? Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-10-2010, 04:31 PM	#2
coacha Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Haysville, KS Posts: 6,259	Darkside Question Dunlop SP 5000 on mine. 195-60-16. It handles great. __________________ Ron "Coach" Allan, Haysville, KS 1999 Nomad Wine and Red "KawaTanker" 2009 BMW R1200RT 2003 BMW K1200LT "Magic Carpet" DOA 11/7/2015 VBA #00291 IBA # 41995 DS #320 '08 Elkins, WV; '09 Helen, GA; '09 Custer, SD; '10 Stanton, VA; '11 Maggie Valley; '12 Townsend, TN; '13 Estes Park; '13 Blairsville, GA; '15 Eureka Springs; '16 Helen; '18 Custer, SD
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07-10-2010, 04:36 PM	#3
bigdave Sr. Member Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Burnsville, NC Posts: 1,589	Darkside Question Im running the Dunlop SP 5000 in the 195/60-16 also. In my opinion the CT handles better than the MT __________________ David "BigDave" Hall Burnsville NC VBA #477 2007 Red and Silver Nomad (traded 4/10/2014) 2013 Blue and Black Voyager
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07-10-2010, 06:44 PM	#4
waterman Top Contributor Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Colorado Posts: 6,530	Darkside Question I am one of those running the continental 195/65. I have just under 3000 miles on it now. I won't go back. I really like the performance after getting used to the different feel. Now I really don't notice it back there. As far as curves, it will keep up with the mt. __________________ Joel "Waterman" 2017 HD Road Glide Ultra 2006 Nomad - Sold VBA 213 VROC 16913 Custer 09: Cortez 10: Crescent City 11: Kanab 12: Estes Park 13: Tahoe 14: Red Lodge 16
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07-10-2010, 07:28 PM	#5
metalman Member Join Date: May 2009 Location: KY (summer) - FL (winter) Posts: 144	Darkside Question I'm running a Bridgestone Turanza 195/60-16. It has just under 10K miles on it and is getting to the point that I will need to replace it soon. I will use a Continental Vanco 195/65-16 to get the speedometer more accurate. The bike handles as well, if not better than with the motorcycle tire. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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07-10-2010, 08:38 PM	#6
landman Sr. Member Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: wheatland,wy. Posts: 3,642	Darkside Question ??? only 10k on a car tire and it needs replacing allready. __________________ bob wittman VBA # 745 COG #11621 wheatland,wy. rallies-custer 09,kalispell 10,crescent city 11,kanab 12,estes park 13,orifino 14.,red lodge 16 2015 ninja 1000 abs 2014 concourse 14 2012 concourse 14-sold 2011 vaquero-sold 2008 nomad-sold 2005 classic-sold
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07-10-2010, 08:45 PM	#7
MAS Tequila Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Psychiatric Ward FL Posts: 3,429	Darkside Question I'm running the Continental Vanco 8 in 185/75/16. Personally I like the taller tire. My first was a 60 series and in my OPINION the 75 series feels better, seems to handle better also. MT __________________ MT 2016 FLHP Psychiatric Ward FL VBA 936
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07-10-2010, 09:03 PM	#9
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Darkside Question You guys who have premature wearout of the CT's.....are they worn more in the center? If so, it sounds like you may be running the pressure to high. I run between 26 and 28 psig with the tire wearing evenly. I have 9,000 miles on my SP 5000 and should be able to go another 8,000 miles before replacement. I didn't notice the difference in handling anymore after 500 miles. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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07-10-2010, 10:20 PM	#10
skeeter Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kerrville Tx Posts: 1,713	Darkside Question Running the Dunlop SP 5000. It has its quirks and the front end definately has a different feel to it. Yeah I know, it's the back tire that changed but, I feel it more in the front. Stiffer. heavier, call it what you want. Not a bad thing, just something you need to get used to in pushing your bike around. When I hit the twisties I'm not thinking about it much. It can handle the curves just fine. I seem to be more stable in the tight technical turns and slow speed maneuvering. Fear not and go forth! __________________ Robert(skeeter)Dozier 07 Red&Titanium Nomad 81 Suzuki 850GL KawaNow pre#
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07-10-2010, 10:22 PM	#11
skeeter Sr. Member Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kerrville Tx Posts: 1,713	Darkside Question I didn't get the Turanza because it says Bridgestone on it. __________________ Robert(skeeter)Dozier 07 Red&Titanium Nomad 81 Suzuki 850GL KawaNow pre#
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07-10-2010, 10:27 PM	#12
Cajunrider Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: (SE Louisiana) Posts: 8,340	Darkside Question Hey Skeet, you forgot to mention no more tiptoeing with the SP 5000. __________________ 2016 Electra Glide Ultra Limited CVO Palladium Silver / Phantom Blue 110 cu in SE 2012 Electra Glide Ultra Limited (Traded 6/22/16) Tequila Sunrise / HD Orange Vance & Hines true dual headers Rinehart 4" slip ons Screamin Eagle Super Tuner Screamin Eagle Stage 1 intake Dyno tuned H.O.G.# 4514015 2007 Nomad 1600 (Traded 6/23/12) VBA #482
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07-11-2010, 08:47 AM	#13
pablo Advanced Member Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Huntsville, TX Posts: 571	Darkside Question I'm running an Achilles ATR Sport 195/55-R16 and like the difference it makes in gearing. With this tire the speedometer error is huge (about 12%), but the bike pulls good from about 50 mph up in 5th gear. My normal cruising speed is between 80 & 85 indicated (about 71-76 actual) and the rpms do not seem to be excessive (maybe a little higher than I would like). I don't ever have to shift down to pass. I now have 18,000 + miles on the tire and it is getting pretty thin in the middle. I run 26-27 psi, even with two up. The rear of the bike sits a little lower and I occasionally scrape the exhaust pipes on tight turns. I may get a better quality tire next, but will probably stick with 195/55-R16. Pablo
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07-11-2010, 09:19 AM	#14
csduncansnomad Jr. Member Join Date: Feb 2009 Posts: 23	Darkside Question Ok tks all for the info I ordered the vanco 2 195/65/16 now I have the wife worried is it safe lol
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07-11-2010, 10:54 AM	#15
lonewolf Advanced Member Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: central mn. Posts: 545	Darkside Question my premature tire wear on my sp 5000 i can definately attribute to over inflation. my center is worn out. got nervous about pulling trailer and having a heavy load, going to sturgis last year, ran it at 36 psi. i got about 10,000 on it and need to replace. will be running in that 28-30 psi from now on. new sp has arrived and will put on before sturgis this year. __________________ Kawanow # 370 2007 red and titanium nomad Darksider
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