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SqDancerLynn1
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Just ordered a K627 Dunlop rear for my GS850 Anyone used them before? How was it??
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Anonymous
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Lynn, in mid 2002 I installed a K627 Dunlop, a 17-incher, on my GK, using the spare wheel off an old GS850. It lasted me about 4,000 miles. It worked fine, with no problems -- other than it peeled off in no time.
Good thing I'd bought it real cheap on eBay, so I couldn't complain much.
It's basically a good replacement tire if you're going to sell a bike anyway, but don't count on it lasting as long as a K491, for example.
Nick
Good thing I'd bought it real cheap on eBay, so I couldn't complain much.
It's basically a good replacement tire if you're going to sell a bike anyway, but don't count on it lasting as long as a K491, for example.
Nick
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Anonymous
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Where does the K591 stand when compared to the longevity of these tires? Mine seems to be wearing away quicker than expected.
Cheers, Steve
Cheers, Steve
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SqDancerLynn1
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Well?? with shipping it was only $80 and I needed a tire. Money is tight with Christmas comming.
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Anonymous
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I can identify with that, Lynn, especially now that I'm retired. Gotta watch the pennies, and not just during Christmas.
The K627 will be just fine. As I said before, I had no complaints about handling, braking, cornering, etc. It will be interesting for you to report, Lynn, how much mileage you get out of it.
As for the K591, Steve, that's one tire I've never tried on any bike I've owned, so I can't report on it.
Nick
The K627 will be just fine. As I said before, I had no complaints about handling, braking, cornering, etc. It will be interesting for you to report, Lynn, how much mileage you get out of it.
As for the K591, Steve, that's one tire I've never tried on any bike I've owned, so I can't report on it.
Nick
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redliner1973
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the 491 is about the best you can get out of a Dunlop, Good tires, I have used them before and currently run them now, I ran a Bridgestone between Dunlops, great ride, 4000 miles later I was removing them...I am staying with the Dunlops. :twisted:
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Anonymous
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DUNLOPS
DUNLOPS
Not doing high mileages,I'd never buy Dunlops as from my experence they perish much faster than any other tyre I've tried ie. Michelins,Pirellis,Cheing Shin,IRC or Avons or Nang kang.
DUNLOPS
Not doing high mileages,I'd never buy Dunlops as from my experence they perish much faster than any other tyre I've tried ie. Michelins,Pirellis,Cheing Shin,IRC or Avons or Nang kang.
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JJ
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It has been my experience that Dunlops get AT LEAST the same, and in most cases MORE mileage as any other brand of motorcycle tire. They seem to stick as well in any weather conditions, as any other tire. For my money, safety, and peace of mind, I'll keep running K491's on the ol' GK.
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mdole
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The Dunlop Qualifier 627 and a Qualifier F-11 were the stock tire on the V-65 Sabre that I had. The 627 wasn't a bad tire but it is an older tire on the Sabre I would get about 7000 out of a rear. I think the Elite II 491s feel better and I got about 16k out of a rear.
Mike
Mike
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mdole
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srivett said:
I ran one 591 rear on my Sabre and it was totally bald in 4300 miles. I was on a long trip and had to replace it at a small dealer in Kansas and the only thing they had in my size was a Chin Shen which went about 5000 miles for about a third of the price. I never ran another one because when I get going in the summer I hate having to stop on the road for a tire because the ones I'm running aren't up to making a trip.
That is starting with new tire that have to be replaced before I get home. The 591 was one of the stickiest tires I ever had on the Sabre and I did really like the feel though it took some getting used too.
With the Sabre bunch the new hot tire set up seems to be going with radials even though the tire manufacturer doesn't recommend them on Sabres. You can get close to the stock sizes but you have to run an 80 profile instead of a 90.
Mike
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mdole
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Re: DUNLOPS
Re: DUNLOPS
The best distance tires I have found on my bikes are the Dunlop Elite II 491s and the Metzler 880 front 88 rear combo. I usually go with the Dunlops as the Metzlers are hard to get I've ordered them and had to wait an extra month for on or the other to come in and they are also a little pricier than the Dunlops.
Mike
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filthymac said:
The best distance tires I have found on my bikes are the Dunlop Elite II 491s and the Metzler 880 front 88 rear combo. I usually go with the Dunlops as the Metzlers are hard to get I've ordered them and had to wait an extra month for on or the other to come in and they are also a little pricier than the Dunlops.
Mike
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Anonymous
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Mike: I suspect that my 591 is going to go in the same direction yours did. My itty bitty 400 was worn it's rear tire down over 1/2 way in about 2500km. Luckily I got an incredible deal on it due to it being two years old so I won't feel too burned when I pull it off in another 1500km. Ofcourse I could take it to a track day as it only wears in the middle.
Steve
Steve
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SqDancerLynn1
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Mine is getting square too! I would have liked to get the metzlers, couldn't afford them. I have a ME33 on the front, has been a very good tire and is wearing beautifully after 7K and should be good for another 5-7K
frosty5011
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Lynn, how did that tire of yours hold up?
I have the K627 on my GS1100 rear, and I can visually watch the tread disappear after every 100 mile ride.
Was wondering if you had the same experience.
I have the K627 on my GS1100 rear, and I can visually watch the tread disappear after every 100 mile ride.
Was wondering if you had the same experience.
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flyingace
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I got a Dunlop 491 rear tire almost 2000 miles ago. I can't see any wear yet. I have been very pleased with this tire, and it was only $81. My bike is a GS850L.
Ace.
Ace.
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wrench
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frosty5011 said:
Wow talk about a thread resurrected from the dead 8O 8O
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jimcor
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My 550 had a 627 the PO put on, didn't last long. Tried it again, same results, too expensive for the mileage and the handling. Didn't last any longer than a Cheng Shin Marquis. 5,000/6,000 miles.
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SqDancerLynn1
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On my 850. it has aprox 4K miles so far I would say it has
another 4K in it Usually run 30-32 in the rear I do not launch hard or do burnouts cruse around town, 80 on the freeway
another 4K in it Usually run 30-32 in the rear I do not launch hard or do burnouts cruse around town, 80 on the freeway
