Quote Originally Posted by Broken Hand View Post
So, a guy at work tells me that snow tires use different compounds that are not good in hot weather. He believes the mileage won't last as long and believes the tire will get excessively tacky on hot pavement.

Is he talking out his ass or is their a thread of truth to what he says?
Winter tires use a softer rubber compound and can wear faster. But you will still get much better mileage out of it; compared to most motorcycle tires.

Tacky is good for a motorcycle = better grip.