Tire size 150/80-16 on rear of 08 Nomad? - Page 2

the Brus · 05-11-2012, 04:58 PM

I personally like Metzlers and run a 180-70-16-H I got to go up a size because Metzler's don't change in size with increased RPMs.

Nimbo · 05-12-2012, 10:57 AM

Pulled the trigger on the spitfires front and back. Thanks for all the responses.

@CNC, thank goodness, you had me worried that I was looking at the wrong numbers! I'm really good at math, but bad at paying attention :)
Btw, that photograph on your message is awesome. Water to the right, mountains to the left and a long windy road into the horizon... that's riding at it's best!

**cnc** · 05-13-2012, 06:39 PM

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Originally Posted by Nimbo

Pulled the trigger on the spitfires front and back. Thanks for all the responses.

@CNC, thank goodness, you had me worried that I was looking at the wrong numbers! I'm really good at math, but bad at paying attention :)
Btw, that photograph on your message is awesome. Water to the right, mountains to the left and a long windy road into the horizon... that's riding at it's best!

Just a senior moment on my part, sorry. Yup that was an amazing trip. It is the Cabot trail it runs along the Atlantic ocean in Cape Breton Nova Scotia. I met Caper down there, that is him out in front.

smf122 · 05-14-2012, 06:34 PM

Has anyone put on the Pirelli Night Dragons on yet. I'm just looking for a little better tire for my 2008 Nomad than the OEM Bridgestone.

**Top Cat** · 05-14-2012, 07:49 PM

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Originally Posted by smf122

Has anyone put on the Pirelli Night Dragons on yet. I'm just looking for a little better tire for my 2008 Nomad than the OEM Bridgestone.

Anything you put on will be better than the OEM Bridgestones.

Ramakill · 05-14-2012, 09:50 PM

I'm wondering if anyone has tried the new Michellin Commander II?? Supposed to be twice the mileage of a 'conventional' M/C tyre.

Erilflynn · 05-14-2012, 09:52 PM

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Originally Posted by cnc

Just a senior moment on my part, sorry. Yup that was an amazing trip. It is the Cabot trail it runs along the Atlantic ocean in Cape Breton Nova Scotia. I met Caper down there, that is him out in front.

Ah the Cabot Trail. Truly one of the hidden gems and biggest secrets for riders. 186 miles of pure joy. Bob

pastorgumby · 05-15-2012, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Ramakill

I'm wondering if anyone has tried the new Michellin Commander II?? Supposed to be twice the mileage of a 'conventional' M/C tyre.

I will soon- and write up a report later.

05-11-2012, 04:58 PM	#16
the Brus Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: Stockton Iowa Posts: 56	I personally like Metzlers and run a 180-70-16-H I got to go up a size because Metzler's don't change in size with increased RPMs. __________________ Don't worry, be happy. Login or Register to Remove Ads
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05-12-2012, 10:57 AM	#17
Nimbo Jr. Member Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: Gig Harbor, WA Posts: 46	Pulled the trigger on the spitfires front and back. Thanks for all the responses. @CNC, thank goodness, you had me worried that I was looking at the wrong numbers! I'm really good at math, but bad at paying attention :) Btw, that photograph on your message is awesome. Water to the right, mountains to the left and a long windy road into the horizon... that's riding at it's best!
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05-14-2012, 06:34 PM	#19
smf122 Jr. Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: Lethbridge, Alberta Posts: 2	Has anyone put on the Pirelli Night Dragons on yet. I'm just looking for a little better tire for my 2008 Nomad than the OEM Bridgestone.
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