New Tire Replacement

[asphalt guy]

i have a 1981 gs550t i am planning on replaceing my rear tire in the next week or two would like to have some feedback on a good tire to buy as of now i have a 130/90H17 S11 RWL bridgestone my bike has just over 11,000 miles on it don't no if it is the orignal tire i will be looking for something that will give me a good ride and last by the way i could go up to about $150.00

[catbed]

pirelli sport demons are a popular tire around here.

[Nessism]

Cheng Shin Hi-Max is a great value - about $46. http://www.bikebandit.com/product/3423?WT.mc_id=5255 I'm getting a set when my current tires wear out. Obviously, this is just my opinion - there are lots of great tires available. You should do a search to get more info.

As a side note, I run 120 rear tires on my 550 currently. It's a good size match for the bike, although a HI-Max is not available in that size.

Good luck.

[bwringer]

For that money, you can install two new Cheng Shins instead of leaving the old front tire on there. This would give you a far better result than a top-shelf rear tire and an old front.

Front tires don't wear in an obvious way the same as rears, but they do wear and cause handling problems. In almost all cases it's an excellent idea to replace tires as a set.

[lurch12_2000]

For that money, you can install two new Cheng Shins instead of leaving the old front tire on there. This would give you a far better result than a top-shelf rear tire and an old front.

Front tires don't wear in an obvious way the same as rears, but they do wear and cause handling problems. In almost all cases it's an excellent idea to replace tires as a set.

Agreed. I was hesitant at first but other forum users gave them the thumbs up.
I bought 2 new (front and rear) Cheng Shin HiMax tires for under $100 including shipping!
I still don't have more than 1k miles on them so I can't give a "how long they last" story but they ride and handle very nice.
Note: I don't think these are rated for over 120 mph if that's what you're looking for!

[asphalt guy]

Cheng Shin Hi-Max is a great value - about $46. http://www.bikebandit.com/product/3423?WT.mc_id=5255 I'm getting a set when my current tires wear out. Obviously, this is just my opinion - there are lots of great tires available. You should do a search to get more info.

As a side note, I run 120 rear tires on my 550 currently. It's a good size match for the bike, although a HI-Max is not available in that size.

Good luck.

i just went and picked me up a new hi-max $55. now i just need to get it put on thanks

[asphalt guy]

i just went and picked me up a new hi-max $55. now i just need to get it put on thanks

got my new rear tire put on today looks good have not got to ride yet been raining here for two days

[tkent02]

So you didn't get the front too?
How hard is the rubber?

[doctorgonzo]

Gonna go to my local shop and see what they stock (or can get today). If they have any brands not covered I'll post it.

[asphalt guy]

So you didn't get the front too?
How hard is the rubber?

how do i get a us map like you got

[chuckycheese]

Easy!

Take it easy for the first couple of hundred miles, Asphalt Guy.....your new tire will be kinda' slippery so be careful!!!:-|