Re: [ST] Help selecting the right new tires

["Steven Kohlscheen" <TrumpST@xxxxxxxxxxx>]

I'm a big believer in the Pirelli Dragon GTS tires.  I can get fairly
consistant 5k+ miles out of a rear, and 8-10k out of a front.  They are
rather sensitive to tire pressure, but you keep them in the to 80% of
recommended inflation they wear very well.  I enjoy spirited riding as
well(the latest set survived a track day with flying colors), and I do a
great deal of touring and commuting on these tires.  They are wonderful in
the rain, and are very quick to heat up, but don't get slippery during a
good thrash.  I've been thru 3 sets of these tires this year during my 21k
miles on this '02 and never had them do anything upsetting.  I also put
about 40k miles on these tire on my '99 with excellent service.

Though I hear very good things about eh Metzler M1 as well.  That would be a
good alternative, in my opinion.

Steven "Dirty Dawg" Kohlscheen
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Because of my like for fun, I'm thinking a sportier tire like the Azaro
45/46, Michelin Pilot Sport, or Metzeler M1 would make me happiest with the
handing, but then again with how many miles I rack up I'd probably be
looking for replacements in just a few months. So, I'm stuck. Given this mix
of riding, what does this learned group think would be my best bet?

Thanks!
Roger
'00ST (black)
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