[Yoruk]

Hi everybody;
I purchased a set of Bridgestone exedra max when I get my bike. And now almost 6k miles has on it. As far as I can see rear tire seems almost done and I’m thinking a 2000 miles long trip for 2 ways. Any suggestions please, should I change rear tire before my trip or can it do that?
Thanks!

 

[fbnewell1]

@Yoruk - a lot depends on the roads you’ll be riding on. The chip & seal variety will kill that tire in no time. Concrete freeways and smooth blacktop will last much longer. That said, mine usually are much more worn than that when I replace them. Have gotten 9,000 miles each out of a couple ExedraMaxes and a Commander II. Am currently installing a Shinko 009 Raven ahead of my anticipated 4,000 miles to and from the Meetup in the Mountains in a couple weeks.

If you’re worried about it - I would say change it. For peace of mind on the trip. And trying to find one when you NEED IT NOW will put a serious damper on an otherwise-enjoyable trip !!!

 

[George Kreamer]

Your tire looks like mine- mostly highway commuting miles on mine and I'm close to 13K miles. Was also debating tire replacement before the Meetup in 2 weeks...

 

[troystg]

Best choice you could make.

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[BlueThunder]

Replace it. Don't let this happen!

 

[Philipcartimiglia]

Hi everybody;
I purchased a set of Bridgestone exedra max when I get my bike. And now almost 6k miles has on it. As far as I can see rear tire seems almost done and I’m thinking a 2000 miles long trip for 2 ways. Any suggestions please, should I change rear tire before my trip or can it do that?
Thanks!

I agree with troystg.
I got 3800 miles out of my Shinko.
I went with a Bridgestone driveguard run flat and I have no regrets.
It took a little while to get use to.
I run 25 psi in it and it can't be better.
Good luck !!!!!!!

 

[troystg]

Ironically I run mine at 42 pounds (max of 51 per the tire).

I like the tire rigid and slightly out in the center. I don't do it for the mileage or cost aspect., Although I am tickled pink that I haven't had to change the tire in two riding seasons.. Maybe I need to ride more...

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[Yoruk]

Your tire looks like mine- mostly highway commuting miles on mine and I'm close to 13K miles. Was also debating tire replacement before the Meetup in 2 weeks...

13K miles? Wow! What brand of tires you are using. As I know 13K miles is really really good.

 

[HansenCTX]

I average 5,000 - 6,000 miles on my rear Bridgestone tire. I would go ahead and get another just in case. I have a spare in my garage for when it is time to swap!

 

[George Kreamer]

13K miles? Wow! What brand of tires you are using. As I know 13K miles is really really good.

I'm still running on the stock tires, Dunlop if I recall.

 

[George Kreamer]

Stock rear tire wear.

 

[George Kreamer]

Incidentally, the rear wheel/tire assembly is REALLY heavy!

 

[bob]

Looks normal to me and still lots of miles left.

 

[George Kreamer]

The only real issue I have with it is the manufacturing date code of 1914, or early May 2014.

So:

 

[troystg]

You mounted it backwards... JOKING! It looks correct. And familiar.

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[George Kreamer]

Tomorrow I clean up the splines and use the M-77 for the meetup and get the new front installed too!

Sorry @Yoruk for the thread-jack

 

[Fat Strat]

When those Stones get near the end... they disappear really fast. Don't get caught far away from home when suddenly, the cords start showing. I recently made that mistake. The cords weren't showing but, very close. I thought that I had plenty of tire for the 500 mile trip that I was to embark upon. The tire went from the warning strips to bald in a couple hundred miles. No more Stones for me.

 

[Yoruk]

When those Stones get near the end... they disappear really fast. Don't get caught far away from home when suddenly, the cords start showing. I recently made that mistake. The cords weren't showing but, very close. I thought that I had plenty of tire for the 500 mile trip that I was to embark upon. The tire went from the warning strips to bald in a couple hundred miles. No more Stones for me.

I already decided to pass to darkside. I tried to solve the issue with motorcycle tire but I could not find correct size. Actually finding 200/50/17 regular car tire was really difficult too, so I just found on 205/55/17 used car tire. I rode around 2k mile in darkside so far it has been very comfortable, I did not face with any difficulty or issue.

 

[Fat Strat]

Been there, done that. I went dark side on my Stratoliner twice. 30,000 miles+ each time. I never got used to the effect on handling, having to muscle the bike to lean.

 

[Double Back]

I agree with troystg.
I got 3800 miles out of my Shinko.
I went with a Bridgestone driveguard run flat and I have no regrets.
It took a little while to get use to.
I run 25 psi in it and it can't be better.
Good luck !!!!!!!

So... what brand / size tire is that? Wanting to try dark side but not sure what size will fit my ctx1300