Confessions from the first hour in the darkside

[Davidk]

After 7000 miles of mostly twisties, my OEM rear tire is shot. Shooter blames it on the high percentage of twisty road driving that I do and my “aggressive driving style” No one ever called me slow.

Shooter, very generously, allowed me to borrow a mounted CT, allowed me to use his shop/tools and helped me change the wheel. Thank you again Shooter!

The tire is a General G Max with 1000 miles.

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I was surprised that I noticed some subtleties. I could feel the tread on the new tire. The bike was not quite as smooth as with the MT. Not much of a difference, just enough to notice.

0-65mph – I found it took just a touch more to lean, and the bike kind of snapped back upright when I straightened up.

65mph - ? (I’m not saying) – Didn’t notice anything when changing lanes. I guess the tire actually has to touch the road to notice it

Twisties – Definitely took a bit more to lean, but not a problem. Did notice that I needed to keep her leaning more on long turns than with my MT as the bike wanted to straighten up slightly. Noticeable, but not a problem.

Sharp turns – Same as twisties, but even sharp 180s were not a problem.

Conclusions:
-Highway and straight road driving – I would definitely go with a CT.

-Mostly twisties – Bike definitely handles better with OEM MT, but need to balance that with the benefits of increased breaking ability and tire life. I will ride some more before deciding.

If I decide to stay dark, I think I want to use a run flat. Are there any that might ride a bit smoother than the General G Max?

[seadog]

Shooter didn't say anything about there being a right wrist problem on your bike? I do believe that was the problem on mine! Hellofva guy to lend you all that stuff to keep you on two wheels. Shooter's a good man and I don't care what Stroguy says about him!

[shooter]

Dog , he's got my spare. When he left outta here he did a burnout. He left 500 miles of tire in front of my shop. Told me he would see me in a month or two. He left me a dirty wheel and an old choppy worn out Bridgestone as collateral.

[Davidk]

Dog , he's got my spare. When he left outta here he did a burnout. He left 500 miles of tire in front of my shop. Told me he would see me in a month or two. He left me a dirty wheel and an old choppy worn out Bridgestone as collateral.

Collateral??? You actually thought you were getting the CT back??

[Davidk]

Shooter didn't say anything about there being a right wrist problem on your bike? I do believe that was the problem on mine! Hellofva guy to lend you all that stuff to keep you on two wheels. Shooter's a good man and I don't care what Stroguy says about him!

He said something about twisting and jerking my right wrist too much, but I didn't understand what he meant by that.

[shooter]

[seadog]

Dog , he's got my spare. When he left outta here he did a burnout. He left 500 miles of tire in front of my shop. Told me he would see me in a month or two. He left me a dirty wheel and an old choppy worn out Bridgestone as collateral.

You might have to go over there in force it sounds like to reclaim your CT.

[Maddoggie501]

After 7000 miles of mostly twisties, my OEM rear tire is shot. Shooter blames it on the high percentage of twisty road driving that I do and my “aggressive driving style” No one ever called me slow.

Shooter, very generously, allowed me to borrow a mounted CT, allowed me to use his shop/tools and helped me change the wheel. Thank you again Shooter!

The tire is a General G Max with 1000 miles.

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I was surprised that I noticed some subtleties. I could feel the tread on the new tire. The bike was not quite as smooth as with the MT. Not much of a difference, just enough to notice.

0-65mph – I found it took just a touch more to lean, and the bike kind of snapped back upright when I straightened up.

65mph - ? (I’m not saying) – Didn’t notice anything when changing lanes. I guess the tire actually has to touch the road to notice it

Twisties – Definitely took a bit more to lean, but not a problem. Did notice that I needed to keep her leaning more on long turns than with my MT as the bike wanted to straighten up slightly. Noticeable, but not a problem.

Sharp turns – Same as twisties, but even sharp 180s were not a problem.

Conclusions:
-Highway and straight road driving – I would definitely go with a CT.

-Mostly twisties – Bike definitely handles better with OEM MT, but need to balance that with the benefits of increased breaking ability and tire life. I will ride some more before deciding.

If I decide to stay dark, I think I want to use a run flat. Are there any that might ride a bit smoother than the General G Max?

I appreciate your evaluation. Since I also have a right wrist disease and mostly ride the twisties in New Mexico and Southern Colorado, sounds like for now I better just wear out the stock Bridgestones.

[Davidk]

I appreciate your evaluation. Since I also have a right wrist disease and mostly ride the twisties in New Mexico and Southern Colorado, sounds like for now I better just wear out the stock Bridgestones.

What you gain is run flat, better braking and longer tire life.

Run flat can be replaced with RideOn, but braking and tirelife can not be increased any other way. Just have to decide if the small reduction in handling is worth the tradeoff

[shooter]

You might have to go over there in force it sounds like to reclaim your CT.

Have you seen his avatar??!! He shoots guns for a living!!! My name is Shooter not Stupid!!