Heidenau tire problems?

[EricV]

I am definitely not talking about throttle caused tire slip, which I have caused and am not complaining about. I am talking about static throttle maintaining speed and having both front and rear tire do slip and grip. I think I was even able to look down and see foot peg clearance while doing this because a few turns were constant long radius corners.

Thank you for the greater explanation. Interesting experience. I've had that happen with the EXPs, to the point I pulled over thinking I had a flat or very low pressure. (didn't), but never with the K60s. Last time I rode Pike's Peak, it was dry on the way up, then got caught in a major lighting storm at the top where the rangers were on the PA telling people to get inside or get the hell off the mountain. I got off the mountain, as quickly as the traffic would allow in heavy downpour. I had as much fun as I could on the way up, but again, traffic really didn't allow it.

I've ridden a lot of miles on K60s, in all conditions except snow. Maybe SB has called it correctly and I just don't have the same expectations I might with a road tire, but honestly, I've only experienced slippage with a brand new set of tires on wet paint stripes, which can be treacherous on any tire, (God, don't get me started on those CA wide arrows at the end of two lanes, going into a curve!). The TCS lighting up when I flog it on dry pavement is rather expected. I do ride in TCS 1 when on pavement, and 2 or off, off pavement, depending on conditions.

It's just that with all the miles I've put on K60s, traction has not been an issue. Off pavement, I do find that the center rib is a detraction, but the on pavement behavior is good enough for me to overlook that. The Big Blocks are much better off pavement, but I can tell they won't last long with the pavement riding I've been doing on them.

 

[snakebitten]

That Big Block has only one mission in it's short but vibrant life; to bring a few WOOHOO smiles to your face as it unselfishly donates its molecules to the cause. The mayfly of tires.

 

[offcamber]

I hate to drag this topic up again since it got kinda heated however I have a question.

My local independent bike shop was able to get me a set of K60s. I like to support the local guy when I can. Pricing was competitive. I know they have never mounted a set before. Is there anything I should tell them to look for or be careful about to hopefully avoid any issues?? They are good shop and have always done excellent work.

 

[Don in Lodi]

Super stiff side walls, use plenty of lube. Go over the beads visually, check for blems. Casting/mold protrusions are ok, just watch for any voids that may pass air. That 90 degree bend where the tire goes from 'sidewall' to pointing inward is the seal to the rim. Air up and ride!

 

[dirtsailor]

I am gonna buy these but there is one thing holding me up what size tires do we use when i order the K60's? ::010::

 

[mcbrien]

I am gonna buy these but there is one thing holding me up what size tires do we use when i order the K60's? ::010::

110/80/19 150/70/17

 

[echo_four_romeo]

I am gonna buy these but there is one thing holding me up what size tires do we use when i order the K60's? ::010::

Fronts 110/80/19
Rear 150/70/17

 

[~TABASCO~]

Fronts 110/80/19
Rear 150/70/17

Yep

 

[dirtsailor]

Got it, thanks. I was looking at the specs to find it but now i'm trying to find both front and rear at a good price online ::003::

 

[~TABASCO~]

Got it, thanks. I was looking at the specs to find it but now i'm trying to find both front and rear at a good price online ::003::

Cool.... Our Email address is www.rideonadv.com

 

[echo_four_romeo]

Cool.... Our Email address is www.rideoneadv.com

::026::

 

[Z06]

Cool.... Our Email address is www.rideoneadv.com

Now all we have to do is teach Jaxon his website address
Leave out the second e.

 

[~TABASCO~]

Now all we have to do is teach Jaxon his website address
Leave out the second e.

GOOD LORD.... what a dork..... Thanks for pointing it out... I guess I need to slow the heck down.... Thanks buddy..

 

[avc8130]

I went to "Ride OnE ADV". It asked if I was at least 18 or older...

::025::

 

[RidingUpandDown]

I went to "Ride OnE ADV". It asked if I was at least 18 or older...

::025::

that's genuine funny stuff right there. ::025:: can't make that up ::008::

 

[~TABASCO~]