Bridgestone BattleAx BT-016

kind- sport
how i ride- Spirited
my size- 6'2" 235

I want something that handles corners good i have the duncraps factorys on right now and have about 5000 miles on my 02. Just bought it a couple months ago and it sat for 2.5 years the front tire doesnt look very good and need a new set

 

OK, I'm a spirited kangaroo rat that sport tours and commutes on a '97. Your recommendation is...?:thumbsup:

 

Have you thought about raising your forks in the triple clamp just a touch to change the geometery, put a little more weight on the front tire? I know this shouldn't be necessary, but it might make a difference. I suppose another option would be to raise the rear a little as well, this would give the same effect. Still haven't been through the Sportbike course, even though now I'm the lead instructor here at Spang. Again, the offer stands, if you ever stop on through, gimme a ring!!!

 

Go for the brand new for 2009 Pirelli Angel. I saw them today on a Triumph Sprint ST. The guy on the Triumph pulled in behind us at an intersection & I could see him sparking his center stand in turns behind us. When we stopped for a drink, the guy pulled in with us. He's only had the tires for a week & said they are unreal. I know no one really cares about how their tires look, but these things look freaking awesome.

Since you commute, you probably want a tire that will give you some extended life. So, I would recommend the Michelin Pilot Road 2CT or Pirelli Diablo Strada. From what I understand, it is not uncommon for either of these tires to go nearly 10000 miles before replacement. I don't know a single person that hasn't like any tire Michelin makes & I absolutely love my Pirelli tires.

It's my wife's bike so I'm not changing anything unless she wants me too.

If all goes as planned, I will be in Koblenz for 2 weeks in October. I'll send you a PM.

KC-10 FE out...
lane: :usa2:

 

thanks! i just read up about them and they seem like they are really good. i think i will order them tomorrow. What site on the web has really good prices and service?

 

bikebandit.com :biggrin: always been a great place for anything and awesome custumer service

 

hmm they dont carry those tires, but i did find them on Motorcycle Superstore - Motorcycle Accessories and Motorcycle Gear is that a good place to buy from?

 

yeah I've dealt with motorcycle superstore, good prices and they're fast in delivery. You won't be disappointed with them!

 

thanks alot man i appreciate all your help

 

what size are you running?


here they are http://www.bikebandit.com/product/11327

 

i decided to go with the Pirelli Angel tires but i didnt see them on bandit but i found them here Motorcycle Superstore - Search Results for Pirelli Angel

they are having a end of summer sale on alot of stuff there. might just have to do more shopping on there. I am in need of some brake pads also. Is there good aftermarkets that are better than OEM or should i just get them from honda? sorry bout all these questions i am still a noob lol

 

I just replaced my brake pads 600 miles ago with EBC HH. After putting everything back together & taking the bike around the block for a test ride, the first time I hit the brakes, I almost flew over the handlebars. No question, they are better than OEM Honda pads. I got mine from my local delaer.

EBC Double-H Sintered Brake Pads - Street Parts Department - Brakes - Motorcycle Superstore

KC-10 FE out...
lane: :usa2:

 

thanks alot man for all the info i am learning alot on here! Do they not sell front pads? i only saw rear

 

The pads are the same front & rear.

KC-10 FE out...
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:embarassed: whoops lol see how much of a noob i am lol thanks

 

My friend & I weather aborted our trip to the Dragon. The rain was coming in sideways & it was actually painful to ride in.

Anyway, he has BT-016's on his SV650S. The did quite well in the rain. He had no complaints.

KC-10 FE out...
lane: :usa2:

 

I went ahead and ordered the EBC brakes and Angel tires. I will post my opinion about them after i pout some miles on them

 

I just put Shinko Raven 009's on my 06. I have 380 miles on them since last weekend. I have to say I am totally impressed by them. Great feel, stable at high speed. Smooth at highway speeds and love the corners. I ride pretty hard, front chicken strips are almost to the edge and the backs is about 1/4 inch. Not a single slip or push. I cannot believe I waited this long to try them. If I did not have complete confidence in them, they would be in the trash can.

 

So why don't you start a Shinko thread & review them? :unsure:

Just realize this... There is a very large reason you don't see Shinko tires on any bike on the starting grid of anything above a track day.

KC-10 FE out...
lane: :usa2:

 

Having mine mounted today for next week's trip.