8000 miles... should I replace tires?

[Rat]

Using bike everyday (ride to work, lunch etc)...
So done like 8000 miles in 3 months and now I'm worrying about tires...
I did not notice any issues yet - but I'm worrying if they can still provide enough grip for tight turns etc... From another side riding season is about to end - so don't want to spend money on new tires and they will lose their capabilities through winter...
Any suggestions?

 

[dart1963]

Using bike everyday (ride to work, lunch etc)...
So done like 8000 miles in 3 months and now I'm worrying about tires...
I did not notice any issues yet - but I'm worrying if they can still provide enough grip for tight turns etc... From another side riding season is about to end - so don't want to spend money on new tires and they will lose their capabilities through winter...
Any suggestions?

I rode mine out to 13k, with commuting/weekend rides... but I also knew to take it easy in turns.... for commuting, and general riding I was fine (well, they get really bad really fast towards the end of their life). I still had tread, bt also had a really bad flat spot.

It's really tough to say, if you're looking for spot on traction when getting aggressive in turns, or bad weather, you're probably real close to due for tires.

If money is an issue, and you're storing the bike for the winter season, you might be o.k. to just take it easy the rest of the riding season and get new tires at the next riding season. Really is a personal decision.

 

[Marthy]

Using bike everyday (ride to work, lunch etc)...
So done like 8000 miles in 3 months and now I'm worrying about tires...
I did not notice any issues yet - but I'm worrying if they can still provide enough grip for tight turns etc... From another side riding season is about to end - so don't want to spend money on new tires and they will lose their capabilities through winter...
Any suggestions?

Dam! 8000 miles in 3 months!!! I'm glad you enjoy your ride Mate! Sometime I forget how fortunate we are down South to be able to ride 11 1/2 months a year. I remember the days when I had to drive my Honda MB5 in the snow to store it at my Uncle place. (I'm from Montreal area) Those were the days!
:thumbup:

 

[stuna]

I wish i could get 8 k on my tires
but you look in the tread there will be small bumps in there , those are the wear indicators
if your tread is wore flat with the indicators then your ready for tire

 

[stuna]

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[Rat]

if your tread is wore flat with the indicators then your ready for tire

Thanks Stuna. Checked that... Seems like ready for new front tire... Rear still good since I replaced that like 2 months ago due to a puncture... But just not sure how it will impact handling if i will replace only front... Perhaps need to replace both...

 

[stuna]

Front only will be fine my current set up is conti road attack f
dunlop q2 rear works great . I really like the conti front :d
i will se how long the lop lasts
IF YOU HAVE A BRIGS FRONT , YOU WOULD LOVE THE CONTI FRONT . ITS SO QUIET

 

[Uno979]

Always remember safety of yourself and others comes first. If your unsure of your tires condition chances are you should go with your gut and replace it. Also if you wont ride a passenger due to the condition of your tires then you have no business on the bike as well.

Thanks Stuna.. I'm going to look into conti when I'm ready, my tire is so loud..

 

[stuna]

i hated that brigs the noise was awful

 

[Roaddawg]

I rode mine to over 17,500 miles, and like Dart, they had a pretty flat center. I knew to keep it easy in the turns later in thier life...and, most of my riding has been freeway commuting. But, I just got new tires put on and I now realize how flat my tires really were. It feels like a new bike now when I turn in. The old tires felt like truck tires compared to new ones. I'd wait until the end of the season (if its gonna be short for you) and then replace the tires come spring time....unless, they feel too bad right now.

 

[Funkmaxtor]

Check out Tomahawk tires. They are only available online (that I found). They are actually a retreaded race tire. Very inexpensive and a race compound. Not great for touring but if you rip you will love these tires.

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