Commuting tyres for supersport bike

[f2dz]

I currently have Bridgestone S20Rs on my GSXR750. They're a great tyre, super grippy and good in the wet but I'm thinking that they may be a tad soft for the riding I do.

I mainly commute 60kms a day on my bike, rain or shine, but also go for the occassional spirited weekend ride as well as group rides. I'd also like to start doing a few track days on it.

I've been told to fit the new S20R EVOs for my next set as they have 25% extra life, and I've read reviews saying the same. Also been recommended Conti Motions as an alternative. I've heard good things about Pilot Roads but they seem pretty pricey, at least from online pricing.

Can anyone recommened something that will last close to or over 10,000kms and have good grip for track/weekend riding as well as wet weather riding? Also hoping to not spend more than $550-600 incl fitting/balancing, but the cheaper the better really.

[BigAl]

PP3s, you should get 10k on a 750.

[Akzle]

mitchies, roads or pilots.

...or. Kenda.

[caspernz]

Sport touring tyre will be the go, brand name is down to personal preference.

Mine is Michelin Pilot Road 4. I've thrashed a set of S20s in about 5000 clicks (albeit on a Busa) so the PR4s will outdo that easily.

The cheaper option from Michelin would be Pilot Power 3, but that's about the same as the S20 in terms of wear.

[BigAl]

The cheaper option from Michelin would be Pilot Power 3, but that's about the same as the S20 in terms of wear.

PP3 will do almost double the distance of the S20.

Both these are better suited for the OPs track days than the PRs

[f2dz]

I was leaning more towards the Michelins at this point after having them on my last bike, they wore quite well.

I guess I should really opt for a more commuter biased tyre rather than track oriented, as I'll only probably get to the track three or so times before selling my bike anyway, if I'm lucky.

Would you guys recommened the Pilot Powers or Pilot Roads then? So long as they're not absolutely horrible on the track, I'd rather have something with slightly better wear for commuting. I'm guessing that means Pilot Roads?

Where's a good place to get Michelins in Auckland also? Cos I know of a stockist of Bridgestones that gets them for much cheaper than anywhere else but I don't think they stock Michelin tyres much.

[Akzle]

cycletreads.
Or drury performance.

Fucken aucklanders.

[Ender EnZed]

Bridgestone T30s are a fair bit cheaper than pilot roads and should last longer than S20s with a bit more cold/wet road grip. I'd be well surprised if i got 10k out of them but i only got 5 from S20s.

[haydes55]

Bridgestone T30s are a fair bit cheaper than pilot roads and should last longer than S20s with a bit more cold/wet road grip. I'd be well surprised if i got 10k out of them but i only got 5 from S20s.


I love my T30's so much more than the old PR3's.

[ARNIE]

conti road attack 2 or sport attack, highly recommended. would never go back to any other brand. $550 fitted at boyd motorcycles hamilton.
got them on the B King at mo and have used them on my last 3 roadbikes. best tyres ive used rain, hail or shine.
awesome feedback and outstanding grip.

[Gremlin]

Where's a good place to get Michelins in Auckland also? Cos I know of a stockist of Bridgestones that gets them for much cheaper than anywhere else but I don't think they stock Michelin tyres much.
Cycletreads. Owned by the same crew as the Michelin importer, so most don't bother trying to compete much...

[local]

Cycletreads have the original Pilot Road rear for 199 at the moment. Are these miles worse than PR2 & PR3?

http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/199-michelin_road/1572-michelin_pilot_road_road_sport.aspx

[mrchips]

I've been commuting on PR2 & PR3 last 4 years. Consistently get 25,000km + out of a front & rear on a cbr1000f & sv1000.

The PR3 & now PR4's give torrential rain the finger & great grip in the wet. They also don't mind running over the odd piece of 4x2 laying in the middle of the motorway at 100km/h :headbang:

[nzspokes]

Cycletreads have the original Pilot Road rear for 199 at the moment. Are these miles worse than PR2 & PR3?

http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/199-michelin_road/1572-michelin_pilot_road_road_sport.aspx

Im on a set. Check when they were made, its stamped on the side. I dont hate them. I reckon they have a better corner feel than PR3s I had on my old Hornet 900.

I did have a set on that Hornet when I got it and they were leathel. But they were 07 and hard as nails.

[AllanB]

Cycletreads have the original Pilot Road rear for 199 at the moment. Are these miles worse than PR2 & PR3?

http://www.cycletreads.co.nz/products/199-michelin_road/1572-michelin_pilot_road_road_sport.aspx


It's like so 10 years ago man! Zillion improvements since.


I'm running T30's - excellent tyres, so far I highly rate them.

[willytheekid]

...I'm running T30's - excellent tyres, so far I highly rate them.

+1:niceone:

T30's have been on the VFR for over 10k's now...STILL going strong, mostly commuting, with the occassional blast into the country & up the hills...very good all rounder tyres! (With great wear too)

http://www.kiwibiker.co.nz/forums/showthread.php/158449-Bridgestone-T30-review

[SMOKEU]

The Michelin Pilot Power range are quite long lasting if you ride like a complete pussy like I do, and they're quite sticky too.

Otherwise the Pilot Road range are even better for that.

[local]

Im on a set. Check when they were made, its stamped on the side. I dont hate them. I reckon they have a better corner feel than PR3s I had on my old Hornet 900.

I did have a set on that Hornet when I got it and they were leathel. But they were 07 and hard as nails.

Cheers. It arrived this morning, and is a relatively recent build: 5113

Given it is replacing an '08 Maxxis that's nearing the end of its life, It shouldn't be a downgrade.



It's like so 10 years ago man! Zillion improvements since.


Yeah but given it's on an 18yo bike, I'm still ahead right?!

[f2dz]

Cheers for all the suggestions everyone. Think I'll slap some PR4s on in a couple weeks' time.

Muchos gracias.

[Banditbandit]

conti road attack 2 or sport attack, highly recommended. would never go back to any other brand. $550 fitted at boyd motorcycles hamilton.
got them on the B King at mo and have used them on my last 3 roadbikes. best tyres ive used rain, hail or shine.
awesome feedback and outstanding grip.

Like Arnie I have Conti Road Attacks on my commuter 650 Bandit .. They are fucking brilliant and I won't put anything else on .. HOWEVER .. they don't last - I kill rear tyres in 3,000ks ... that's a function of my riding - not of the tyre .. so while I would recommend them they are soft (and grippy as hell) ..

I have PRs on the 1250 Bandit - they are brilliant long distance and give a good level of grip - but I don't chuck the 1250 round like I do the 650 ...

Try a range of tyres and see what suits you ....