I'm sure he meant Dyna Beads.
http://www.innovativebalancing.com/index.php
I have been using them for years in my motorcycle tires. You CANNOT use them with any kind of fix a flat products that contains a liquid sealant.
I'm sure he meant Dyna Beads.
http://www.innovativebalancing.com/index.php
I have been using them for years in my motorcycle tires. You CANNOT use them with any kind of fix a flat products that contains a liquid sealant.
I mounted a Battlax BT45 at 16.5K miles and currently have 10+K miles on the tire. In retrospect I made the right choice for my 6. The tire show barely any signs of wear. Mounted the tire in the same direction as the OEM Stone and run it at 41psi. I encountered a low speed vibration when the tire was first installed and it abated after 300 miles. I attributed the vibration to the wide staggering of the centerline sipe/grove. Once the sharp edges of the sipes softened from initial wear the vib was gone.
I'm really pleased with the performance of the Ax! It has a higher cross section radius than the OEM Stone and carves the corners better
Here's my original post on the topic!
http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?2...ront-Tire-Time
Regarding balancing, I use the "old school method" of static with zinc weights for my cycle tires. Just had my motorhome tires treated with RideOn. It's a combination sealer/balancer. Worked great on my 1160 mile trek for Pa. to Fl. this past fall! I may use it in the future on my bike tires.
bob109, Just the feedback I was looking for. Your high frequency vibration that went away after break in was new to me. I did read about a GW 1800 rider that cured his low speed head shake after putting a rear tire up front. Mine has a slight 40 to 45 mph head shake. Maybe any new front tire, dark side or not helps this? Mine is not too worrisome, it's a mostly noticeable on deceleration. Thanks for documenting your Ax experience.Originally Posted by bob109
I mounted a Battlax BT45 at 16.5K miles and currently have 10+K miles on the tire. In retrospect I made the right choice for my 6. The tire show barely any signs of wear. Mounted the tire in the same direction as the OEM Stone and run it at 41psi. I encountered a low speed vibration when the tire was first installed and it abated after 300 miles. I attributed the vibration to the wide staggering of the centerline sipe/grove. Once the sharp edges of the sipes softened from initial wear the vib was gone.
I'm really pleased with the performance of the Ax! It has a higher cross section radius than the OEM Stone and carves the corners better
Here's my original post on the topic!
http://hondaf6b.com/showthread.php?2...ront-Tire-Time
Regarding balancing, I use the "old school method" of static with zinc weights for my cycle tires. Just had my motorhome tires treated with RideOn. It's a combination sealer/balancer. Worked great on my 1160 mile trek for Pa. to Fl. this past fall! I may use it in the future on my bike tires.
II Kings 9:20...and the driving is like the driving of Jehu the son of Nimshi; for he driveth furiously. A.K.J.V.
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BT45R 130/70-18
[QUOTE=BubbaJePH;58792]I'm sure he meant Dyna Beads.
I've used Dyna beads myself in a couple different bikes,,, Believe I still might have some out in the garage,,,
Thought maybe Dana bead's were something different,,,
What ? Am I reading correctly ? On the FRONT WHEEL ? It's extreme !!!
The BT-45 is the exact diameter as the OEM Stone! It is also 1/4" narrower!. The tire is duel compound with the center having the harder rubber. Full blown Wings have been using the BT-45 with great results. Some trike owners reverse the tire direction when mounting. Not sure why? So good is its performance I ordered a second Ax to have on hand once the current one is shot.
This has been done for years !!!!!!!!!!!!! as stated on the GL1800 and Runes and many other bikes as well. Famous quote from an old friend." how does the tire know which end of the bike its on" ALWAYS mount in the correct direction !!!
" Truth is often deemed rude, blunt and to the point which is why so few make their friend " Freddy Hayler ..352-267-1553 Sanford, FLA Gutterman6000@Gmail.com
Well, even a blonde knows that!!! It either feels like cars are following it all the time, or it's wondering where all the bugs and wind are comin from!!!
It looks like everything what I've learned and know about tires is subjected to many "wise interpretations" based on "experience" and never ending "projects" . Maybe so ? But :
There are two main differences between a front and rear motorcycle tire. The rear tire is flatter while the front tire is more triangular in shape. The triangle shape of the front tire helps the bike enter and exit turns while the flatter shape of the rear tire gives the bike more stability. The second difference is that the forces generated on the rear vs. the front tire are reversed. The rear tire is subjected to acceleration forces while the front tire is subjected to the majority of the braking forces therefore the inner lacing of the tires are set up reversed.
Unlike car tires, motorcycle tires actually need to be different for the front and the rear of the bike. Front and rear motorcycle tires are specially engineered to accomplish specific goals depending on the location of the tire and its purpose in your bike’s overall performance.
Rear motorcycle tires are responsible for certain bike functions, such as:
1 ) Power - The rear tire has a flatter profile, to provide the majority of the acceleration and stability for your bike, and wouldn’t handle as well if put on the front.
2 ) Weight - The rear tire carries the majority of the weight of the bike, calling for special design elements to keep you upright & safe at all times.
3 ) Lean - Since the rear tire does not turn, it is subject to the lean of the motorcycle. This requires a sturdier tire with a flatter profile to accommodate all bike's performance .
So , what's your choice - brothers ?
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