F6B Dark Side Riders

[timjoebob]

See my signature. I'll go to the darkside again when the rear shows enough wear.

[Steve 0080]

I did have a Bridgestone on my Valk, no issues, great in the rain...not sure about the F6B going forward... and no I can remember the size...190-16 maybe

[bobbyf6b]

I'm curious on the pros/cons of run flat tires.

[mtcgun]

I have a goodyear on my Valk. I have the Michelin Alpin mounted for the F6B, just havent put on the bike yet.

[Teach]

bobbyf6b, WEIGHT!!! Other than the weight there are no real concerns not associated with other DS tires. You NEED to keep wheel and tire weight as close to stock as possible. Run Flats are usually heavier than a traditional tire. Hope that helps you......

[Teach]

I thought some of you considering DS might find this interesting: http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/tir...0r16-195-55r16

You can type in whatever tire size you are considering and get a comparison.

For the record I ran a Bridgestone Potenza 195/55R-16 on my Vision when I had it DS. Same size rear tire as a Goldwing. Some guys ran the 185/55R-16 even though it was a little shorter. It offered a little better sidewall clearance if running a hitch.

[bob109]

I thought some of you considering DS might find this interesting: http://www.tacomaworld.com/forum/tir...0r16-195-55r16

You can type in whatever tire size you are considering and get a comparison.

For the record I ran a Bridgestone Potenza 195/55R-16 on my Vision when I had it DS. Same size rear tire as a Goldwing. Some guys ran the 185/55R-16 even though it was a little shorter. It offered a little better sidewall clearance if running a hitch.

Teach:

Thanks for the great info. The calculator tool should make tire selection much easier!

Bob