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[maxrider]

So after 3 blowouts with MC tires in the rear, and not sustaining injuries, but having to deal with all related BS to get it fixed and or towed, I saw the light .

No, I have been considering it for a while and been looking for the legal ramifications if any.

Been not able to locate any proof that a DOT-approved tire on a DOT rim is in violation of any kind, and supporting evidence from trikes and current non trike owners who go Darkside seems to bolster that theory.

Neither did I find any evidence of Insurance claims not being processed for Darkside in use and involved in accidents and made to be the culprit.

So for a more hassle-free solution, I selected an RF Pirelli, and because Pirelli uses a bit softer contact rubber(lower treadwear factor) but potentially better road contact, I know from previous sport car experiences.

So American Tires agreed on mounting Cinturato P7 RF for $25, and $29 road hazard policy, tx and Mil discount=$191 out the door.

Just wondering about the ideal tire pressure, any current owners who want to enlighten me, I carry moderate luggage (read as riding with a passenger, although I never have one) and like to go fast 80 + on average.

[willtill]

So after 3 blowouts with MC tires in the rear, and not sustaining injuries, but having to deal with all related BS to get it fixed and or towed, I saw the light .

No, I have been considering it for a while and been looking for the legal ramifications if any.

Been not able to locate any proof that a DOT-approved tire on a DOT rim is in violation of any kind, and supporting evidence from trikes and current non trike owners who go Darkside seems to bolster that theory.

Neither did I find any evidence of Insurance claims not being processed for Darkside in use and involved in accidents and made to be the culprit.

So for a more hassle-free solution, I selected an RF Pirelli, and because Pirelli uses a bit softer contact rubber(lower treadwear factor) but potentially better road contact, I know from previous sport car experiences.

So American Tires agreed on mounting Cinturato P7 RF for $25, and $29 road hazard policy, tx and Mil discount=$191 out the door.

Just wondering about the ideal tire pressure, any current owners who want to enlighten me, I carry moderate luggage (read as riding with a passenger, although I never have one) and like to go fast 80 + on average.

Welcome to the Darkside.

Air up your run flat to 28 psi and try that. I run 28 psi in my Pirelli run flat and it is marvelous.

[VaBob]

I mean, they're both hoops of rubber that hold air. Unless your fancy, then its hoops of rubber that hold nitrogen.

[53driver]

I mean, they're both hoops of rubber that hold air. Unless your fancy, then its hoops of rubber that hold nitrogen.

Let me know the next time you wear Craftsman Work Boots instead of dress shoes with your tuxedo, I mean, they're both soles with leather that hold feet. Unless yo fancy, then its soles of leather and "man made uppers." Lololololololol....

[Pumper]

Designed for different applications...

[BigT01]

It's amazing after all these years riders are still bagging out others for going darkside, get over it. You will never know or understand until you go darkside & do it for yourself. I have and I like it !
This is not meant to stir up a hornets nest, just erks me off.

Tony

[53driver]

It's amazing after all these years riders are still bagging out others for going darkside, get over it. You will never know or understand until you go darkside & do it for yourself. I have and I like it !
This is not meant to stir up a hornets nest, just erks me off.

Tony

Tony,
Not "bagging out" on anyone.
Everyone has to - and gets to - ride their own ride.

MANY forumites ask me, at least once a year, why I haven't done it and I'm just making sure they know my position has not changed - FOR ME.
Y'all do what you want!
As will I.
Cheers mate

[tenxxx]

It's amazing after all these years riders are still bagging out others for going darkside, get over it. You will never know or understand until you go darkside & do it for yourself. I have and I like it !
This is not meant to stir up a hornets nest, just erks me off.

Tony

I went to the dark Side yesterday. Layed the bike down on some folded up carpet. Easy to do. Had to jack it up a bit under the center stand to get the tire off the ground. It was a 30 minuet job taking a brake. (bad back). Had to give it some ass to get it back up but not a problem.
Took it for a 25 mile ride. Didn't notice very much difference at all. Cornered nice and felt good.
Will stay that way till something else convinces me otherwise.

[bob109]

Going to the Dark Side is not like getting a Tattoo! It's reversible! You try the Dark Side and see if it fits your needs/riding style! If it doesn't you remove the CT and return to a MT! No harm done! The drama created by naysayers is and will be never-ending! No one is jumping off a bridge. Pass the Pop Corn

[olegoat345]

It doesn't "erk me off" if someone what's to use a CT tire instead of a MC tire. I think it's unsafe & I see no up side to it.....If I know they're running a CT & I'm riding w/ them, I want to be in front of them...…
Same w/ riders that don't were a helmet, it's your life, your family, you're a adult, do with it as you please...... I've lost 3 friends that were in slow crashes, none wore a helmet. All within 20 miles of home.