How many miles on them? I've been amazed at the mileage difference between the Stock Qualifier (4k on the rear and still running the front 12k) and the dual compound Dunlops (8k so far with probably 2-4 left in it at least)
or the Bridgestone's just hold the bike down better. First 50 miles was a little weird though!
Yeah, a good sport touring tire will suit you well. I do ton's of touring and commuting on my bike and I don't hit the turns nearly as hard as other riders do. Chicken I guess.
I always thought the Qualifiers were a pretty nice tire, but to be fair my basis for comparison is very slim, this being my first bike. I've been satisfied with the Roadsmart rear I put on to replace it. For me, it handles about the same and wet traction seems comparable but like I say, I have a fair amount of chicken stripe left on the side of mine. I will say there is a noticeable difference as you are leaning over and the composition of the rubber changes from hard to soft. It is a little discerning at first, but you get used to it. Continental claims they can use a single compound and vary the curing process for each part of the tire, making the center wear better and the edges grip better. I don't know how accurate this actually is and I can honestly say I doubt they last as long as a tire with an entirely different center compound.I've got about 3500 miles on the Bridgestones and they are near to 1/2 way through (just a bit over, say 5/8s of the original tread left). I got just under 3k from the OEM Dunlops and also a fresh Qualifier (rear, front lasted approx 6k with a bit more to spare, maybe another 500 miles).
The Dunlops felt great on dry roads but as soon as it got a bit damp, they highlighted my poor throttle control. Now either I've honed my skills (unlikely within 4 months :laugh
With my history with Dunlop tyres on the Street Triple, I doubt I'll go back to them. Unfair maybe, but I've never said I was a reasonable person :icon_biggrin:
If I could get 9,000+ miles out of a tyre ... I'd be deliriously happy.
Maybe after we burn through a set of tires we should swap. lol. At least that way we would use the whole damn thing. Haha.
Get yourself a good dual compound ST tire. That will serve you well. :thumbup:
Thanks for the update, keep us posted. :thumbup:
I agree that the P3's look rediculous with all that siping. However, my Pirelli Angels (waiting patiently to be installed) are no SuperModels either :laugh:
