Whats a good tyre for my 2007 FLHRC Road King?

  • Magilla Gorilla
    Magilla Gorilla
    15 years ago

    I just checked my rear tyre the other day, and after 16,500 km I noticed the tread was a bit low. Frankly it was non existant in the middle of the tyre.

    So it's time to get a replacement.  The tyre was a Dunlop MU85B16 77H (white wall).  I do mostly highway driving on weekends (don't all Harley riders)
    I would like something that thats a hard feel and last long.  I don't ride with a passenger.
    Should I get a wider tyre?  Can I? As long as I can get "White Walls".

    Has anyone got a good reccomendation?

    Thanks in advance

  • Magilla Gorilla
    Magilla Gorilla
    15 years ago
    Thanks guys.
    I'll give the dealer a call as well and ask about those three.

    Flan - no relations on this site sorry to say.
  • FastHarley
    FastHarley
    15 years ago

    If this forum would be similar to our USA HDF, I guess I should get my feet wet in the junior featherweight division of the "Which Oil Do You Use?" or "Explanation on the best motor , parts, and builder recommendations".  Good is very subjective and may have no correlation to what you, as an individual call good.  I what I call good: Metzler ME 880.  The Good:  Is fairly sticky, good traction, compliant sidewalls for a smoother ride, and is durable over road debris.  Bad: Wears quicker (softer rubber = better traction & poorer mileage).   I live in S. Florida where it is hot and the roads could cook eggs (I think but never tried).  I will pay for the pluses (handling and comfort) with less than top mileage.

  • andij
    andij
    15 years ago
    dunlop 402 give good mileage and handling ,our bro col done nearly 300,kl on these tyres and swears by them for heavier bikes