Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?

"BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
> the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
> after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
> for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
> Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?

Not I.
Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the country.

So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.

Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)

Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased at the
difference.

...louie

"BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
> the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
> after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
> for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
> Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?


When I bought the Valkyrie, the guy told me I would need a new rear tire
soon, and he was right. It was cupping and had flat spots on it. He was
using OEM specified tires (Dunlop) and was getting 6 to 8 thousand miles on
a rear tire. I changed it to an Avon and I got well over 20000 miles on it
and had more to go when I changed it.

These people are the best experts in our area regarding motorcycle tires.
And, usually the cheapest by a lot too that makes it worth the ride out
there for them to do it. They usually can change a tire for you before you
finish a burger for lunch. They know what they are doing.
Put an Avon on it.


Discount Motorcycle Tires
2212 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX
713 477 7137

=reMember to rotate 'em atleast every other Oil service, know what
happened to that guy's front tar.





On May 8, 3:49*am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>
> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>
> > Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
> > the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
> > after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
> > for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
> > Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?
>
> Not I.
> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the country.
>
> So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
>
> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>
> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased at the
> difference.
>
> ..louie

On May 8, 3:49*am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>
> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>
> > Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
> > the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
> > after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
> > for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
> > Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?
>
> Not I.
> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the country.
>
> So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
So far the new bike is better than biscuits and gravy. The fuel
injection seems to be less smooth than the carburated Connie and is
taking some getting used to. The electronic adjustable windshield is
friggin spectacular. So far no hand numbness, probably due to upgraded
grips and a riser. Haven't had a chance to go anywhere other than
around town, so I'm not sure about long range comfort. Handles like it
doesn't weigh 650 pounds.
>
> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>
Makes the 4 cyclinder jet engine whine, til you get up in the higher
rpms, then it makes a deeper sound.
> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased at the
> difference.
I did, got another roadmaster, and front and rear brake pads.


>
> ..louie

"Morgan Kane" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
news:j_-(E-Mail Removed)...
> Jerry wrote:
>> "BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
>> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>>> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
>>> the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
>>> after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
>>> for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
>>> Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?
>>
>>
>> When I bought the Valkyrie, the guy told me I would need a new rear tire
>> soon, and he was right. It was cupping and had flat spots on it. He was
>> using OEM specified tires (Dunlop) and was getting 6 to 8 thousand miles
>> on a rear tire. I changed it to an Avon and I got well over 20000 miles
>> on it and had more to go when I changed it.
>>
>> These people are the best experts in our area regarding motorcycle tires.
>> And, usually the cheapest by a lot too that makes it worth the ride out
>> there for them to do it. They usually can change a tire for you before
>> you finish a burger for lunch. They know what they are doing.
>> Put an Avon on it.
>>
>>
>> Discount Motorcycle Tires
>> 2212 Spencer Hwy, Pasadena, TX
>> 713 477 7137
>>
>>
>
>
> I went there yesterday for new tires.
> So much cheaper then the local HD dealer for both tire and install.
> I think the dealers charge $99 for install per tire. Discount charged me
> $37.50 for rear tire and $27.50 for front tire.
>
> I decided on Dunlop Elite 3 tires read great things about them.
> I only rode them 35 miles but they feel really good so far.
>
> Discount Motorcycle tires is a great place for tires. This is my second
> time there and happy both times.

Morgan, you remain immensely popular in the Ft Worth area, specifically the
Stockyards, so I offer this on that.

With the Goldwing, the Elite III's are very, very slippery on the wet road.
I know, I know, pussies don't ride in the rain, but you might loan out your
bike. Hopefully the III's will perform satisfactorily on the H-D.

It is about time for you to take a few days to ride with some of your
acquaintances to your North.

....louie

"BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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On May 8, 3:49 am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>
> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>
> > Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
> > the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin square,
> > after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would probably be good
> > for a few more thousand miles if any of those miles had been crooked.
> > Am I expecting too much from a sport-touring tire?
>
> Not I.
> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the country.
>
> So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
So far the new bike is better than biscuits and gravy. The fuel
injection seems to be less smooth than the carburated Connie and is
taking some getting used to. The electronic adjustable windshield is
friggin spectacular. So far no hand numbness, probably due to upgraded
grips and a riser. Haven't had a chance to go anywhere other than
around town, so I'm not sure about long range comfort. Handles like it
doesn't weigh 650 pounds.
>
> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>
Makes the 4 cyclinder jet engine whine, til you get up in the higher
rpms, then it makes a deeper sound.
> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased at the
> difference.
I did, got another roadmaster, and front and rear brake pads.


>
> ..louie

Well good. Perhaps a Brenham meet up soon. As incentive, I'll bring
Penderich.

...louie

louie wrote:
> "BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> news:a2033ff9-ca32-4b93-b987-(E-Mail Removed)...
> On May 8, 3:49 am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
>> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>>
>> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>>
>>> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's
>>> what
>>> the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin
>>> square, after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would
>>> probably be good for a few more thousand miles if any of those
>>> miles had been crooked. Am I expecting too much from a
>>> sport-touring tire?
>>
>> Not I.
>> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
>> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the
>> country.
>>
>> So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
> So far the new bike is better than biscuits and gravy. The fuel
> injection seems to be less smooth than the carburated Connie and is
> taking some getting used to. The electronic adjustable windshield is
> friggin spectacular. So far no hand numbness, probably due to
> upgraded
> grips and a riser. Haven't had a chance to go anywhere other than
> around town, so I'm not sure about long range comfort. Handles like
> it
> doesn't weigh 650 pounds.
>>
>> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>>
> Makes the 4 cyclinder jet engine whine, til you get up in the higher
> rpms, then it makes a deeper sound.
>> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased
>> at the difference.
> I did, got another roadmaster, and front and rear brake pads.
>
>
>>
>> ..louie
>
> Well good. Perhaps a Brenham meet up soon. As incentive, I'll bring
> Penderich.
>
> ..louie

Did someone mention Brenham? That's just down the road, keep me
in the loop for time and location.
SKooter

"SKooter Bum" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
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> louie wrote:
>> "BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
>> news:a2033ff9-ca32-4b93-b987-(E-Mail Removed)...
>> On May 8, 3:49 am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
>>> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>>>
>>> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>>>
>>>> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's what
>>>> the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really friggin
>>>> square, after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire would
>>>> probably be good for a few more thousand miles if any of those
>>>> miles had been crooked. Am I expecting too much from a
>>>> sport-touring tire?
>>>
>>> Not I.
>>> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
>>> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the country.
>>>
>>> So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
>> So far the new bike is better than biscuits and gravy. The fuel
>> injection seems to be less smooth than the carburated Connie and is
>> taking some getting used to. The electronic adjustable windshield is
>> friggin spectacular. So far no hand numbness, probably due to upgraded
>> grips and a riser. Haven't had a chance to go anywhere other than
>> around town, so I'm not sure about long range comfort. Handles like it
>> doesn't weigh 650 pounds.
>>>
>>> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>>>
>> Makes the 4 cyclinder jet engine whine, til you get up in the higher
>> rpms, then it makes a deeper sound.
>>> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very pleased
>>> at the difference.
>> I did, got another roadmaster, and front and rear brake pads.
>>
>>
>>>
>>> ..louie
>>
>> Well good. Perhaps a Brenham meet up soon. As incentive, I'll bring
>> Penderich.
>>
>> ..louie
>
> Did someone mention Brenham? That's just down the road, keep me
> in the loop for time and location.
> SKooter

roger that...... I'd like to see biffy's new 1 before he trailers it.

...louie

louie wrote:
> "SKooter Bum" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
> news:4a0864bb$0$29368$(E-Mail Removed). com...
>> louie wrote:
>>> "BiffB" <(E-Mail Removed)> wrote in message
>>> news:a2033ff9-ca32-4b93-b987-(E-Mail Removed)...
>>> On May 8, 3:49 am, "louie" <lou...@swbell.net> wrote:
>>>> "BiffB" <biffb...@yahoo.com> wrote in message
>>>>
>>>> news:5b722044-6707-427c-812b-(E-Mail Removed)...
>>>>
>>>>> Anybody know anything about the Dunlop Roadmaster tires? That's
>>>>> what the ST currently has on it, but the back one is really
>>>>> friggin square, after what I'm told is about 7000 miles. Tire
>>>>> would probably be good for a few more thousand miles if any of
>>>>> those miles had been crooked. Am I expecting too much from a
>>>>> sport-touring tire?
>>>>
>>>> Not I.
>>>> Like some of us here, I ride heavy, inactive bikes.
>>>> Amosly is the sport touring experiment for this part of the
>>>> country. So how's the new bike? Comparisons pls.
>>> So far the new bike is better than biscuits and gravy. The fuel
>>> injection seems to be less smooth than the carburated Connie and
>>> is
>>> taking some getting used to. The electronic adjustable windshield
>>> is
>>> friggin spectacular. So far no hand numbness, probably due to
>>> upgraded grips and a riser. Haven't had a chance to go anywhere
>>> other than around town, so I'm not sure about long range comfort.
>>> Handles like it doesn't weigh 650 pounds.
>>>>
>>>> Does it make a whirling sound? (or warble)
>>>>
>>> Makes the 4 cyclinder jet engine whine, til you get up in the
>>> higher
>>> rpms, then it makes a deeper sound.
>>>> Rear tires are expensive. Put a new one and you'll be very
>>>> pleased
>>>> at the difference.
>>> I did, got another roadmaster, and front and rear brake pads.
>>>
>>>
>>>>
>>>> ..louie
>>>
>>> Well good. Perhaps a Brenham meet up soon. As incentive, I'll
>>> bring
>>> Penderich.
>>>
>>> ..louie
>>
>> Did someone mention Brenham? That's just down the road, keep me
>> in the loop for time and location.
>> SKooter
>
> roger that...... I'd like to see biffy's new 1 before he trailers
> it.
>
> ..louie

I want the distribution rights to the video when he does trailer it.
I figure I lost a bunch of money from America's Funniest Videos
as I wasn't around to catch the trailer ride of his last bike.
Hhmm - Or was it the last trailer ride of his previous bike???
SKooter