Went back to MC tire. Dunlop winter tire wore out faster than expected
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    Went back to MC tire. Dunlop winter tire wore out faster than expected

    After 11k miles, I noticed my Dunlop Winter Sport RunOnFlat had center wear, probably 2-3k of life left, but my front Elite 3 needed replaced. I had kept it at 41-43psi. I switched to the Bridgestones G704/709. I know, new shoes, but the flickability of MC tires are better. I’m glad I tried out the darkside, but I’m willing to pay more for better performance.


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    I think you had way to much air, that why center wore out. I run 33 to 35 pound cold that equals around 38 to 39 hot. I have worn edge off of tire riding Arkansas but I have never worn out the center.

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    You're making a smart, safe move. MC tires are safer. They have to handle better, they're made to lean to the sides.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Ghost Rider View Post
    I think you had way to much air, that why center wore out. I run 33 to 35 pound cold that equals around 38 to 39 hot. I have worn edge off of tire riding Arkansas but I have never worn out the center.
    I figured as much


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    Quote Originally Posted by olegoat345 View Post
    You're making a smart, safe move. MC tires are safer. They have to handle better, they're made to lean to the sides.

    It was quite noticeable going back to MC tires. Plus, I no longer have the hassle of trying to find someone to put a CT on a motorcycle rim. Guy who put my CT on quit doing it.


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    Quote Originally Posted by olegoat345 View Post
    You're making a smart, safe move. MC tires are safer. They have to handle better, they're made to lean to the sides.
    No problemo with a car tire here. I prefer it to a M/C tire on the F6B. Just got back from the Rally in Franklin, NC and I couldn't even tell a C/T was on the back. No sidewall wear at all. As a matter of fact you can almost see chicken strips on the edge of the car tire's tread.

    I'm running a Michelin Primacy Alpine ZP 195/55 R16 Run Flat @ 30psi.


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