Spud
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Here are my tires after 4100 miles. We're now hitting hard freezes every night and my riding's probably over.
The front is still almost perfectly round with a very slight "band" in the center that's starting to show. The rear still looks good with a slight flat spot beginning.
I've found the tires to be very smooth and provide a lot of confidence, feeling sticky in the corners. The front is definitely a totally different tire than the infamous 021's which cupped out on me big time in under 4000 miles.
While Bridgestone didn't do themselves any favors with the 021's, I think they have redeemed themselves with this tire. I'm thinking I'll get over 5000 for sure on them, maybe even 6000.
Here's a few photos after my final-season wash and clean for storage yesterday:
Front:
Front profile--Still round
Rear:
SECOND UPDATE:
At 6800 miles, the rear is DONE. I've got some steel showing, I'd say it's time for a swap. The front, however, is still ROUND and with a lot of tread. Overall, I've been very happy with these tires. I'm not complaining about the mileage, as 4500 was the furthest I've gotten on a rear before now. Here's pics...
Front:
Rear:
The front is still almost perfectly round with a very slight "band" in the center that's starting to show. The rear still looks good with a slight flat spot beginning.
I've found the tires to be very smooth and provide a lot of confidence, feeling sticky in the corners. The front is definitely a totally different tire than the infamous 021's which cupped out on me big time in under 4000 miles.
While Bridgestone didn't do themselves any favors with the 021's, I think they have redeemed themselves with this tire. I'm thinking I'll get over 5000 for sure on them, maybe even 6000.
Here's a few photos after my final-season wash and clean for storage yesterday:
Front:
Front profile--Still round
Rear:
SECOND UPDATE:
At 6800 miles, the rear is DONE. I've got some steel showing, I'd say it's time for a swap. The front, however, is still ROUND and with a lot of tread. Overall, I've been very happy with these tires. I'm not complaining about the mileage, as 4500 was the furthest I've gotten on a rear before now. Here's pics...
Front:
Rear:
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