View Full Version : Has anyone ridden the Pirelli Angel ST?
Zapf
24th August 2009, 12:59
http://www.telegraph.co.uk/motoring/motorbikes/5257743/Tyre-test-Pirelli-Angel-ST.html
http://www.pirellityre.com/web/motorcycle/tyres/angelst/default.page
James Deuce
24th August 2009, 13:07
I know!
I saw those and thought, "Oooo".
DMNTD
24th August 2009, 13:13
I haven't ridden with them myself however a customer that rides fairly assertively now swears by them.
He found them to be very stable with good feedback and got nearly 2000kms more than the 2CT's that he usually runs.
Hitcher
24th August 2009, 13:38
The Shiver is up for new tyres in about 2,000km. I am currently spoilt with interesting options...
Blackbird
24th August 2009, 14:35
None of the UK or US Blackbird boys use them at present but they lasted well on a 'busa going round and round on a test track at the launch (well they would under those circumstances :rolleyes:).
Hitcher
24th August 2009, 16:14
The Angels apparently outlasted the other test mule that Pirelli was using for the 12-hour launch event...
Shaun
25th August 2009, 06:58
Sounds like it is simillsr to the Continental "Motion"
firefighter
18th November 2009, 09:00
Bump for interests sake. Would like to hear more now that these have been out for a bit.
Oh, and Shaun I certainly hope they're better than the Motion.
Shaun
18th November 2009, 09:52
Bump for interests sake. Would like to hear more now that these have been out for a bit.
Oh, and Shaun I certainly hope they're better than the Motion.
Having now ridden on the Pirelli, I think they are bloody awsome tyres:msn-wink:
vifferman
18th November 2009, 09:59
Having now ridden on the Pirelli, I think they are bloody awsome tyres:msn-wink:
Is that it?
You got any more info than that?
Shaun
18th November 2009, 10:17
Is that it?
You got any more info than that?
YEP, they are black and round
Chisanga
18th November 2009, 14:58
I'm thinking of putting these on my Street Triple when the OEM's finally let go in a few hundred km's.
Anyone have any comment on this that would help my decision?
firefighter
18th November 2009, 15:17
YEP, they are black and round
Lol, anything else to add that would swing my next tyre choice towards these instead of; Storms, road attack, PP2ct etc?
Or are they just another sport touring tyre made by a big name and just on par with rest?
Chisanga
18th November 2009, 15:18
Lol, anything else to add that would swing my next tyre choice towards these instead of; Storms, road attack, PP2ct etc?
Or are they just another sport touring tyre made by a big name and just on par with rest?
They have a pretty picture of an angel on the tyre that turns to a devil after 1000km or so :)
firefighter
18th November 2009, 15:21
They have a pretty picture of an angel on the tyre that turns to a devil after 1000km or so :)
I have seen that clever little bit of marketing..........I wonder if it's performance is on par?
Shaun
18th November 2009, 16:24
Lol, anything else to add that would swing my next tyre choice towards these instead of; Storms, road attack, PP2ct etc?
Or are they just another sport touring tyre made by a big name and just on par with rest?
1st fact
PIRELLI SETS 24HR WORLD DURATION RECORD on new ANGEL ST
Narḍ (Lecce, Italy) March 14-15th 2009 – Pirelli and international journalists recorded a new 24-
hour World Duration Record at the Narḍ Technical Center aboard at 2009 Suzuki Hayabusa,
covering a distance of 5135.071 km (3190.8 mi) at an average speed of 213.96 km/h (132.9
mph) using only one set of Pirelli’s new Angel ST sport-touring tyre, a road tour simulation
equal to 12,000 km (7,500 mi) at normal speeds.
2nd fact
Purchase a set from me, and if after 1000k you DO NOT HONESTLY like, I will refund your money, and take the tyres back.:msn-wink:
Now PM me your size choice, and I will look into the price for you
Gremlin
19th November 2009, 00:39
Mate has them on his cbr600rr and loves them...
Haven't ridden on them myself, but I do find the Strada (the one Angel's replaced) a good performer.
Chisanga
19th November 2009, 05:57
Mate has them on his cbr600rr and loves them...
Haven't ridden on them myself, but I do find the Strada (the one Angel's replaced) a good performer.
Cheers Gremlin.... seems like they are becoming a pretty good option :)
Shaun
19th November 2009, 06:04
Cheers Gremlin.... seems like they are becoming a pretty good option :)
Check out how many ROAD races Pirelli have won at the Isle of Man TT and Nth West and the Ulster Gp, and you will trully understand why Pirelli is the very best Road tyre out there, they have been there and done that, and still are growing
banditrider
19th November 2009, 18:03
I've had Strada's and liked them except they wore out by 10k. First set of PR2's lasted 12k so quite impressed with them.
Current set has 4k on them and when they're stuffed I'll definitely be considering the Angels. So far the Concours forum seem to be liking them...
Hitcher
19th November 2009, 19:41
After a suboptimal experience with the Conti Motions (cheap is as cheap does) I may well try the Angels at the next change -- just before Christmas, as I reckon there may be another 3-4,000km in the Motions. Who knows. They're getting pretty shabby.
firefighter
20th November 2009, 08:20
After a suboptimal experience with the Conti Motions (cheap is as cheap does) I may well try the Angels at the next change -- just before Christmas, as I reckon there may be another 3-4,000km in the Motions. Who knows. They're getting pretty shabby.
I can't believe you still use them and are going to put up with them for that many more kms!
I swapped mine out for different tyres as soon as I rode into Auckland, after picking up the Hornet from Wellington (which was aleady wearing them) and sold them on trademe.
I could'nt get rid of them soon enough!
If I can find the right price i'm definitely going with the Angels, my PP2cts are ok but I just don't quite like them as much as my old Road attacks, which were great. I am very impressed with the way they have held their shape though, they have'nt squared at all and they've had a bit of motorway time with a pillion and they still have a good shape to them.
It's not like I have money to throw around but i'm kinda looking forward to wearing out my Michelins so I can get these new Pirellis on and see for myself! (this won't be anytime soon, i've done about 3-4 kms on them and they still look brand new, they do'nt look to be squared at all)
Mishy
20th November 2009, 20:08
I but I just don't quite like them as much as my old Road attacks, which were great. I am very impressed with the way they have held their shape though, they have'nt squared at all and they've had a bit of motorway time with a pillion and they still have a good shape to them.
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;) Keep an eye out next year on the Conti front then - there is something special coming . . . . .
As far as Motion goes, it's a budget tyre, and designed with cost being a big consideration.
Having said that, if you compare it to other tyres at similar cost (MEZ4, Z6, old pilot Road etc) they stack up well. Same old story though, you get more tyre when you spend more money :2thumbsup
AllanB
20th November 2009, 20:51
I'd be interesting in a direct comparison between the Angels and the PR2 which I am presently using and am impressed with for my bike and my riding.
One thing - the whole 'Angel-Demon' thing - must be an Italian image thing, it's just a bit of gay marketing to me!
What's Continental up to eh? Time for a dual compound sport-touring tyre to replace the Road Attacks? I have read recently that they are committed to gaining a much higher % of the motorcycle tyre market.
The Stranger
20th November 2009, 21:08
Lol, anything else to add that would swing my next tyre choice towards these instead of; Storms, road attack, PP2ct etc?
Words fail me. If someone like Shaun says they are bloody awesome, guess what, they are pretty fooken good.
No it's not idol worship, a) I hear he can ride pretty quick and b) who's the first to speak up if something is NOT up to par. He's fucken straight shooter.
Are you concerned that you will be throwing more at these tyres than Shaun did? Don't be.
Mishy
20th November 2009, 22:40
What's Continental up to eh? Time for a dual compound sport-touring tyre to replace the Road Attacks? I have read recently that they are committed to gaining a much higher % of the motorcycle tyre market.
;) I'm not sure you'll find dual compound in Conti's or Pirelli's Sport Touring range in the near future, as neither think it's the right choice.
There are no official announcements yet, but something special is on the way.
Shhhhhhhhhhhh
gammaguy
20th November 2009, 23:07
i threw an Angel ST on the front of one of our BMW R12000RT's(120/70 ZR 17)
so far after 3000km it is looking nice and composed with no appreciable loss of shape or wear to speak of.
I took the thing for a thrash to Waipu and back two up,and would have to say the front felt planted and nicely predictable,which is what i like from a front.
The rear was a Diablo Strada,so a Pirelli combo which worked very nicely.
:2thumbsup
On the subject of Continental Motions,we now run them on our SV 650's and like them a lot.the Dollars-Kilometers ratio stacks up well compared to most out there.They feel fine too,but i am sure a trackday or hard road ride would show up the limitations of the carcass construction which i must say feels a bit soft.
firefighter
21st November 2009, 10:47
Words fail me. If someone like Shaun says they are bloody awesome, guess what, they are pretty fooken good.
No it's not idol worship, a) I hear he can ride pretty quick and b) who's the first to speak up if something is NOT up to par. He's fucken straight shooter.
Are you concerned that you will be throwing more at these tyres than Shaun did? Don't be.
Wow, you certainly took what I wrote out of context.
Obviously I won't be riding them harder than Shaun would, but like most at least semi-intelligent consumers, I like a little bit of information in regards to a $600+ purchase......especially when there is a lot of good competition.
The only thing he'd previously written were, "bloody awesome" and "black and round", which describes quite a few different tyres......
I thought it was a pretty straight forward question really........
The Stranger
21st November 2009, 11:31
I thought it was a pretty straight forward question really........
You would think so wouldn't you? Well obviously you did.
However reality is somewhat different isn't it.
It's obvious from all the "I love this tyre/I hate that tyre" threads and the fact the fred binned on these, yet marty recons they're the best thing since sliced bread that most don't know jack shit about tyres, and that in very many cases a tyre that works well on one bike doesn't necessarily work well on another.
Hence I place more credence on what poeple say on tyres on a bike model specific forum, however I digress.
I gather Shaun may however know jack shit and he says they are good. suffice to say that no matter how technical or enlightening Shauns dailog could have been you still wouldn't be able to interpret it for your use. The ONLY way you will know for sure if they work for you on your bike for your usage is to try them.
By keeping it short and sweet it stops every numpty whos has ridden a motorcycle for 6 months wanting to split hairs and argue points.
James Deuce
21st November 2009, 12:01
I know someone who will be on Angels within a week.
gammaguy
21st November 2009, 12:51
You would think so wouldn't you? Well obviously you did.
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By keeping it short and sweet it stops every numpty whos has ridden a motorcycle for 6 months wanting to split hairs and argue points.
all due respect and stuff,but if we all stopped doing that this site would implode on itself in a week.:whistle:
Shaun
22nd November 2009, 07:16
;) I'm not sure you'll find dual compound in Conti's or Pirelli's Sport Touring range in the near future, as neither think it's the right choice.
There are no official announcements yet, but something special is on the way.
Shhhhhhhhhhhh
Is it the awnser to this, that we all would like to know about still?
http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php?t=112175
Chisanga
25th November 2009, 19:26
Just got some Pirelli Angel ST's on my Street Triple this week.... just about scrubbed in and I must say they are very stable and confidence inspiring.... they turn into the corners very well... I am a bit of a Nana but these tyres so far seem really good and a marked improvement over the OEM Bridgestone Qualifiers.
James Deuce
25th November 2009, 23:25
There's your issue. Bridgestone don't make Qualifiers, so you've been riding on imaginary tyres man. You should keep doing that - it's cheaper.
Chisanga
26th November 2009, 06:45
There's your issue. Bridgestone don't make Qualifiers, so you've been riding on imaginary tyres man. You should keep doing that - it's cheaper.
Lol good point James. They were actually Dunlop's :)
James Deuce
26th November 2009, 07:03
All good. Dingoz is using Angel's on his GSX650F and is perfectly happy with them.
Hitcher
30th November 2009, 18:12
Since last Thursday I have had a set of Angel STs on my Shiver. I probably won't have a chance to ride them until this coming weekend. Sigh.
Zapf
2nd December 2009, 02:26
mate of mind has put a set on for the GC and etc on a 08 CBR600 and he raves about them. Gd in cold / wet / dry
DingoZ
2nd December 2009, 02:55
All good. Dingoz is using Angel's on his GSX650F and is perfectly happy with them.
Indeed. These were the replacements recommended to me by Phil at WMC. And a mighty fine recommendation they have turned out to be. More than happy with the handling. More than happy with the confidence these inspire in the wet and slippery conditions of late.
When they eventually are up for replacement, a new set of angels will be going straight back on
10 + for these
ajturbo
3rd December 2009, 16:01
got one on the rear of the XB, now i'm getting one on the rear of the CR... next month or so the front will need a new tyre, and i will be getting them on the front...
they are great for the buells..!!
Owl
3rd December 2009, 17:06
Since last Thursday I have had a set of Angel STs on my Shiver. I probably won't have a chance to ride them until this coming weekend. Sigh.
Interested in your opinion, especially how they compare to the Storm and PR2.:yes: I await patiently!:wait:
Zapf
3rd December 2009, 18:00
Interested in your opinion, especially how they compare to the Storm and PR2.:yes: I await patiently!:wait:
Had PR2. I think PR2 should last longer, but the Angel is more progressive in lean angle and gives more feed back
Hitcher
3rd December 2009, 20:20
I await patiently!
Me too. I'm hopeful of getting the Shiver back for this weekend.
sinned
3rd December 2009, 20:44
I thought about an angel for the rear 2000kms ago and then fitted a BT016. First ride up the takas and the wear was showing, then after a quick run around the water towers, Mauriceville and Pahiatua track the rear sides looked ugly and molten. Now I wait for 3 - 4ks to fit angels front and rear.
mouldy
4th December 2009, 13:52
I have just returned from the Burt Munro and my Angels have now completed 5200 miles which is about 8500 km and they stil have 4mm tread in the centre of the rear . I have been up and down the motorway on them since the end of July and just peeled off 2017 miles around the South Island and back including a 1 day trip from Nelson to Dunedin via the west coast and Haast Pass and being 2 up all the way back from Invercargill with gear . Wet weather grip is outstanding and an improvement on the Stradas which spin if you try hoisting in the rain . Handling is neutral and marginally slower turning then the Strada but still ok . These tyres rate very well in my book and will be the first set I run to the end for a while .
cruza
21st January 2010, 22:38
tossing up about putting an angel on the rear of the tuono, as its mostly rally's till the end off the season, some good reading here and don at cycletreads said all good feedback so far.
Mishy
22nd January 2010, 23:57
tossing up about putting an angel on the rear of the tuono, as its mostly rally's till the end off the season, some good reading here and don at cycletreads said all good feedback so far.
Give it a week, and then talk to your local Contnental dealer - something very very special is about to be released
firefighter
24th January 2010, 15:34
Give it a week, and then talk to your local Contnental dealer - something very very special is about to be released
A new road/sport attack? There's nothing of mention on the website. Dual compound? I wanna know now!
Lol, I really like the road attacks I had but want to try the new Angels. Besides iv'e never brought Pirellis.
Mishy
24th January 2010, 22:37
A new road/sport attack? There's nothing of mention on the website. Dual compound? I wanna know now!
Lol, I really like the road attacks I had but want to try the new Angels. Besides iv'e never brought Pirellis.
Ha ha ! good guess :)
Road Attack 2 has just landed.
It gets continuous compound, so is 20% more durable than the original, while also offering 20% more side grip - dry or wet.
Continuous compound is not a dual compound, but is a linear change from hard to soft across the width of the tyre - no seams or changes, just a linear change, which gives a durable centre with a sticky shoulder for maximum grip.
It also has "traction Skin" which is a pre abraided surface, so run in time is massively reduced, while safety during run in is massively increased.
And lastly, the front tyre is now a new carcase which steers better, and is more agile while retaining a high degree of stability and predictability.
This is a seriously good piece of kit, and has features that are aimed at real world riding - we're VERY excited about it, as are the technicians at Continental. I spoke with the compound designer, and he's just fizzed about it.
firefighter
25th January 2010, 08:52
:slap:
I knew I should'nt have asked!
I was dead set on getting some Pirellis......Now i'll have to do some thinking about the two!
Ha ha ! good guess :)
Road Attack 2 has just landed.
It gets continuous compound, so is 20% more durable than the original, while also offering 20% more side grip - dry or wet.
Continuous compound is not a dual compound, but is a linear change from hard to soft across the width of the tyre - no seams or changes, just a linear change, which gives a durable centre with a sticky shoulder for maximum grip.
It also has "traction Skin" which is a pre abraided surface, so run in time is massively reduced, while safety during run in is massively increased.
And lastly, the front tyre is now a new carcase which steers better, and is more agile while retaining a high degree of stability and predictability.
This is a seriously good piece of kit, and has features that are aimed at real world riding - we're VERY excited about it, as are the technicians at Continental. I spoke with the compound designer, and he's just fizzed about it.
JMemonic
25th January 2010, 11:43
To late on the Conti info as I have ordered a set of Pirelli Angel ST, mind you my experance of Conti tyres tends to shy me away from them, admittedly it was oh 20 plus years ago but still
firefighter
25th January 2010, 11:54
The contis of today are a totally different tyre. I prefered my old Road attacks to my new Mich PP2cts onboard now. I've never had such bad slippage on a front tyre, and i've had a lot more skitterish moments than with the contis I had.
I don't usually notice these things so much but it has been definitely noticeable for me.
There are guys with Hornets running PR etc that like them but i've not liked my Michellins from the minute I put them on really.
To late on the Conti info as I have ordered a set of Pirelli Angel ST, mind you my experance of Conti tyres tends to shy me away from them, admittedly it was oh 20 plus years ago but still
yachtie10
25th January 2010, 12:09
Ha ha ! good guess :)
Road Attack 2 has just landed.
It gets continuous compound, so is 20% more durable than the original, while also offering 20% more side grip - dry or wet.
Continuous compound is not a dual compound, but is a linear change from hard to soft across the width of the tyre - no seams or changes, just a linear change, which gives a durable centre with a sticky shoulder for maximum grip.
It also has "traction Skin" which is a pre abraided surface, so run in time is massively reduced, while safety during run in is massively increased.
And lastly, the front tyre is now a new carcase which steers better, and is more agile while retaining a high degree of stability and predictability.
This is a seriously good piece of kit, and has features that are aimed at real world riding - we're VERY excited about it, as are the technicians at Continental. I spoke with the compound designer, and he's just fizzed about it.
Forgive my ignorance but how do these tyres compare to Conti motions in milage and price
I have just about worn out a set of conti motions at 6000k which dissapoints me as i was lead to believe I would get a lot more
my riding is mainly spirited weekend riding with some motorway work (north shore to hamptondowns regularly)
apart from the milage i was happy with them BTW
cruza
25th January 2010, 21:57
To late on the Conti info as I have ordered a set of Pirelli Angel ST, mind you my experance of Conti tyres tends to shy me away from them, admittedly it was oh 20 plus years ago but still
Just put angel st on the back ,half worn rosso on front, did a quick 45km run in , no scary moments , no chicken strips left either, Different bike to ride thru gone to a 180/55 from std 190/50 , really drops into corners . Some relearning on next few rides.
Will know in a week weather I like it. WNR and a weekend away for a rally.
JMemonic
25th January 2010, 22:01
Just put angel st on the back ,half worn rosso on front, did a quick 45km run in , no scary moments , no chicken strips left either, Different bike to ride thru gone to a 180/55 from std 190/50 , really drops into corners . Some relearning on next few rides.
Will know in a week weather I like it. WNR and a weekend away for a rally.
I am going to stick wioth the 180/55 but the 190/50 route sounds interesting
cruza
25th January 2010, 22:25
I am going to stick wioth the 180/55 but the 190/50 route sounds interesting
Have to do this week before I make up my mind , the 180/55 angel st seems to have sharpened the cornering , Original fitment was 190/50 on the tuono. May go back to it.
After some major slips last 2 weeks , decided to ditch the back rosso, getting the last 1000km was going to be a test on the nerves. Think it was mainly slipping as I was leaning ova and hitting the edge of the flat spot, still solid as when cranked right over in a corner and on the gas.
Hitcher
26th January 2010, 20:30
I'm going to start running 190/50s at the next change. The Shiver has a 6" rear rim, so that shouldn't be an issue.
ajturbo
26th January 2010, 20:59
Why???:shifty:
Hitcher
26th January 2010, 21:07
Why?
Better profile for most rear tyres, compared with a 180/55 on a 6" rim. I'd also like to maximise my contact patch at more extreme lean angles. My various rear tyres on the Shiver have never had chicken strips on them. I'm thinking that that can't be a good thing.
sugilite
26th January 2010, 21:19
Yeah, the largest rim you should fit a 180 to is a 5.5 inch. A six would definitly stretch a 180 out.
Motig
29th January 2010, 20:33
Can anyone tell me how much the Angels cost approx ? Ta.
nallac
30th January 2010, 09:59
Ha ha ! good guess :)
Road Attack 2 has just landed.
They sound good ..was throughly impressed with the RA's on the Hornet...
Its gonna be hard to pick a new set of tyres next time aound.
pritch
30th January 2010, 16:12
Yeah, the largest rim you should fit a 180 to is a 5.5 inch. A six would definitly stretch a 180 out.
Funny that nobody told Aprilia that? :whistle: The factory spec is for 180/55 on a 6" rim.
Hitcher, I'd be interested to read how the change affects things, if at all?
Mishy
2nd February 2010, 22:16
Yeah, quite a bit has changed since then . . . .. . :)
DingoZ
2nd February 2010, 22:43
Can anyone tell me how much the Angels cost approx ? Ta.
When I bought mine for a gsx650f they cost me Front $248.00 Rear $288.00 and that was in Sep 2009
Hope that helps
cruza
3rd February 2010, 14:56
Better profile for most rear tyres, compared with a 180/55 on a 6" rim. I'd also like to maximise my contact patch at more extreme lean angles. My various rear tyres on the Shiver have never had chicken strips on them. I'm thinking that that can't be a good thing.
First rally last weekend , noticed the 180/55 very sharp in the steering compared to the 190/50, just look at the corners and bike falls into them. similar thoughts to you hitcher, only one ride and no chicken strips, see what i think after a few thousand k's thru.
cruza
8th February 2010, 21:10
well thats me test rogered. Just swapped the bike , going to have to start all over again . New triple has dunlop qual??? on it , original fitment, do for the next rally anyway.
TerminalAddict
15th March 2010, 11:39
having a set fitted today ($600) .. this will be the first time I have not ridden metzeler .. hope it works for me
slofox
15th March 2010, 15:14
having a set fitted today ($600) .. this will be the first time I have not ridden metzeler .. hope it works for me
it's always hard to change a tyre brand from one you know to one you don't know. Specially at the price they are...
blackdog
15th March 2010, 15:22
Bump for interests sake. Would like to hear more now that these have been out for a bit.
Oh, and Shaun I certainly hope they're better than the Motion.
nothing wrong with the motion as far as im concerned, even when riding 'spiritedly'
waaaaay better than the mz4s i replaced with them
Owl
15th March 2010, 18:01
waaaaay better than the mz4s i replaced with them
Not too many that wouldn't be better, except for maybe the Z2 they replaced.
TerminalAddict
15th March 2010, 19:38
it's always hard to change a tyre brand from one you know to one you don't know. Specially at the price they are...
indeed .. so far they feel WAY better .. mind you .. my Z6 had canvas showing :shit:
Hitcher
15th March 2010, 19:58
After several thousand km, I have yet to ride my Angels in the wet.
banditrider
19th March 2010, 21:25
Just got back from 5,000km of South Island bliss and my PR2's are at 11,000km with at least another 1,000 in them. My mate (Connie 14 as well) had Angels on for this ride and is most impressed with them. We had major rain on Akaroa & out to Milford and back and he thought they were great in the wet. I'll be trying some in approx 1,000km...
JMemonic
19th March 2010, 22:56
Happy with mine, the wear appears good, I am not a fast rider and am happy to have chicken strips but these certainly have been confidant enough reduce the size of mine from normal.
cruza
28th March 2010, 15:20
Happy with mine, the wear appears good, I am not a fast rider and am happy to have chicken strips but these certainly have been confidant enough reduce the size of mine from normal.
Yeah I'll be trying another set this month , current tyres nearly shot, hopefully get to do more than 600km on the next set:laugh:
Owl
28th March 2010, 15:31
Yeah I'll be trying another set this month , current tyres nearly shot, hopefully get to do more than 600km on the next set:laugh:
So what milage do you have out of them so far?
Hitcher
28th March 2010, 16:24
So what milage do you have out of them so far?
I've now done a whisker under 8,000km on mine and the rear is only just starting to show signs of squaring off. I've run that pretty consistently at 40psi since new.
firefighter
28th March 2010, 16:29
I've now done a whisker under 8,000km on mine and the rear is only just starting to show signs of squaring off. I've run that pretty consistently at 40psi since new.
Have you had a chance to use them in the wet yet? I'm seriously considering getting some.......in fact unless they're really really expensive compared to the new Road Attack 2's they will be my next tyre.
Owl
28th March 2010, 16:32
Great stuff Mr Hitcher! Do you plan to try out the new Avon Storm 2? Must be about time you had another review thread on sport touring tyres I reckon!:laugh:
Hitcher
28th March 2010, 16:45
No wet weather riding has been had on these yet.
I saw a set of the new Conti Road Attack 2s the other day. "Interesting", I thought briefly, until I remembered past suboptimal experiences with Road Attacks and Motions. I'm not a "third-time-lucky" kind of guy.
If Mr Avon has got the new Storm 2s competitively priced, I may try a set on my next change. Otherwise I may do a double innovation: going for a grippier front in addition to a 190/50 rear.
Owl
28th March 2010, 16:56
to a 190/50 rear.
With a 5.5" rim?
Even if everyone says don't do it, or is this just something you have to try?
firefighter
28th March 2010, 16:58
Great stuff Mr Hitcher! Do you plan to try out the new Avon Storm 2? Must be about time you had another review thread on sport touring tyres I reckon!:laugh:
Ohhhh! That's three sets of tyres I want to try now! (I have never tried the Storms but have always wanted to/Storm 2 would be the go though if I went that way)
Hmmm, I guess I ca'nt complain, i've got three really well reviewed tyres I can choose from (Angels, Road Attack 2 and Storm 2) and if I ca'nt decide the good old "guy" method will decide.......(eaney meaney miney cheapest!)
Hitcher
28th March 2010, 17:13
With a 5.5" rim?
The Shiver has a 6" rear rim.
vifferman
30th March 2010, 18:34
The Shiver has a 6" rear rim.
That's a trifle over the top, isn't it?
I hadn't heard about the Storm 2 - it's another option for when the rear storm on the VFR finally decides to wear out....
I've had a new Storm on the front for nearly six months and the rear tread is still legal. I think this is the first time that's happened, although with the last VFR I had the odd front tyre or two develop some AB Normal wear patterns.
Hitcher
30th March 2010, 20:19
That's a trifle over the top, isn't it?
Pfft. Italians. Must have done it for a reason.
Hitcher
30th March 2010, 20:19
That's a trifle over the top, isn't it?
Pfft. Italians. Must have done it for a reason.
Owl
18th April 2010, 20:15
Just scored a new set of Angel's for $400 on Trademe:D
NZsarge
18th April 2010, 21:13
Just scored a new set of Angel's for $400 on Trademe:D
Onya, can't go wrong with Angel's at that price mate. :niceone:
Owl
19th April 2010, 07:20
Onya, can't go wrong with Angel's at that price mate. :niceone:
Yeah I thought so and I even grabbed one of those 180/55 Rosso's for $250:yes:
banditrider
6th May 2010, 18:20
Just scored a new set of Angel's for $400 on Trademe:D
Mine were a bit dearer than that but I'm finally on a set. Might have to put some miles on them this weekend. Target km to beat from last set of PR2's = 12,048km...
Mine were a bit dearer than that but I'm finally on a set. Might have to put some miles on them this weekend. Target km to beat from last set of PR2's = 12,048km...
VTR or Connie? Either way you did well out of them.
banditrider
6th May 2010, 18:37
VTR or Connie? Either way you did well out of them.
Connie. There's some pics of the PR2's before they came off on my blog if you're interested.
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