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[ktown]

I think we have a new contender for tyre controversy? The Avon Storm Ultra 2

https://www.americanmototire.com/catalog/in...cPath=33_61_879

https://www.swmototires.com/index.php?page=...t&Itemid=53

 

[griffithds]

I think we have a new contender for tyre controversy? The Avon Storm Ultra 2
https://www.americanmototire.com/catalog/in...cPath=33_61_879

https://www.swmototires.com/index.php?page=...t&Itemid=53

Let the debate begin!

 

[ShinyPartsUp]

"Multi-compound Super Rich Silica (SRS) treads give rear tyres an extra 12% mileage ..."

Let's see. 12% of nearly nothing = less than the 9000 or so I got from my almost-as-good PRII's.

Now, I loved the grip of the Storm. Best tire (bar none) I've run for grip in wet or dry conditions. But the mileage I got was @4500. Maybe next winter when the rains start, and the tires I just put on are done.

Waiting for somebody to say 'go to the dark side.'

 

[Brodie]

<snip>Waiting for somebody to say 'go to the dark side.'

My problems with the AVON Storms were the build quality from tyre to tyre. I love the way they grip too, but I've had several front storms go sour within 8k miles - cupping.

Other storm fronts lasted upwards of 15k.

Rear storms ranged between 3k and 7k. I've had 3 warranty replacements through the years.

Yeah! I'm tired of wearing out rear tyres...

I think this will last a while longer than just 12%.

[SIZE=12pt]Hey Shiny, Satisfied?[/SIZE]

Brodie

 

[FJRGuy]

I've been looking for something to beat Canuckleheads 25000 (km) on PRIIs but am leaning toward these:

 

[FJRGuy]

Edit: Oops... double post. Sorry!

 

[SkooterG]

Ok, all you blasphemers keep your car tire follies in your own thread and stop hijacking this poor guy's thread.

As for Avons, I totally loved the Azaro. Hated the Storm. So I'll take a very cautious approach to anything new released by Avon. Their quality control does suck.

 

[charismaticmegafauna]

So I'll take a very cautious approach to anything new released by Avon. Their quality control does suck.

Same here: I had an Avon structurally fail years ago (sad to see it's still going-on); contacted the rep. and they sent another one (free) -- it failed just like the first.

Fool me once, shame on you -- fool me twice, shame on me... :huh:

 

[Geezer]

Ok, all you blasphemers keep your car tire follies in your own thread and stop hijacking this poor guy's thread.
As for Avons, I totally loved the Azaro. Hated the Storm. So I'll take a very cautious approach to anything new released by Avon. Their quality control does suck.

Same for me. I have moved on from Avons and don't see any reason to go back.

 

[FJRless]

I had only one experience with Avons 7 or 8 years ago on my CBR. 570 miles on the front and 800 miles on the rear and I had nothing to show for it but some cords showing through. As far as grip, I didn't feel they worked any better than Metzlers or even Bridgestones. So I wouldn't consider trying their touring tires.

 

[wheatonFJR]

Ok, all you blasphemers keep your car tire follies in your own thread and stop hijacking this poor guy's thread.
As for Avons, I totally loved the Azaro. Hated the Storm. So I'll take a very cautious approach to anything new released by Avon. Their quality control does suck.

Same for me. I have moved on from Avons and don't see any reason to go back.

Same for me...they have lost customer base as a direct result of their lack of control of their factory practices.

Moved on to Michelin, Dunlop, and Pirelli.

 

[ALDAWG]

Ahhh, this must be the 'Avon sucks' thread. :headbonk:

 

[Canadian FJR]

I love the Avons, this new Ultra looks interesting.

Canadian FJR

 

[happyPuppy]

I love Avon's too. I had one bad tire a few years ago, so I will give these a shot I suspect when I need new rubber. I agree about the QC, it can be better. One of the reasons I stay away from Bridgestone/Firestone is problems with the QC from the past. The 021 stock tires and lousy wear did not hep either.

 

[RsvlFeej]

I love Avon's too, so I will give these a shot I suspect when I need new rubber.

+1

 

[Canadian FJR]

Any feedback on these tires? Someone must have tried them by now.

Canadian FJR

 

[dcarver]

Ok, all you blasphemers keep your car tire follies in your own thread and stop hijacking this poor guy's thread.
As for Avons, I totally loved the Azaro. Hated the Storm. So I'll take a very cautious approach to anything new released by Avon. Their quality control does suck.

Skooter is so wrong. The AssZaros suck. Just sayin'.. :lol: Seriously they suck. :****: I bought some for discount prices and was so happy to wear them down.. I even smoked the last 2k worth out of the rear just so I didn't have to ride on it anymore. Sorry Skoot. They suck.
Oh, but to find common ground, yeah, all you car tire guyz suck! :wub:

 

[iboldguy]

Oh, but to find common ground, yeah, all you car tire guyz suck! :wub:

What do they suck?? :yahoo:

PS Used Azzaro's on my old Concours ZG1000 - loved them. Used Storm's on the FJR - loved the tire, not the wear rate - 9000 km ouch. PR 2's on now, waiting for spring to put some miles on them. I too would like some reviews of actual use of the Ultra's.

 

[Canadian FJR]

Just ordered a new rear Ultra today. I should have a full report by the time CFR rolls along.

Canadian FJR