Not for nothing, and I've read many of the threads and arguments on the best tire etc., but I just ordered a new set of Bridgestones from Wing-stuff and paid $314.99 less the $40 mfg. rebate bringing the total cost down to $274.99. And mine you the Wing doesn't charge for either shipping or Sales tax outside of CA.
The Stone might not be the best tire out there, but for $275, a year's worth of riding for me, can anyone really complain? My original rear is going at 13,500 miles and the front looks to have another 2000 miles left in it. So I decided to keep the bike stock with Bridgestones.

Just saying.