For you high millage riders out there I was wondering about how long the rear tires last. I would guess most of us have not worn out a set of rear tires yet as they seem to not wear at all. I'm sure there is variation by what type of trike but just curious anyway. Thanks.
Rear Tire Milage
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Oops. Right after I posted this I saw a link on this very subject so never mind.
I'm not a high mileage person, but I'm right at 5K and it looks like they haven't rolled their first mile yet.
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90k on my wife's Stallion on the rear tires. Only 1/2 worn changed because of age they were 8 years old.
Our Kumho rear tires are at 40K and will need to be replaced after upcoming trip, 50K and 7 years.
Wow!! I've never heard of ANY tires lasting that long. That's amazing!
Well, decided I don't want to drive out west and return on bald tires. Shopping...
42+ on my stock Tri-Glide rear's, Maybe i'll get another 10 on them?
Ordered a couple Michelin Defender XT's. 
Peter A.
1000+ Posts
Bought a set of Michelin tires for my GL 1800 Hannigan when I first bought my trike.
Just put on a set of Michelins on because of the born date on the tires. Didn't come close to wearing them out. I have 63,000 on the trike, but, can't remember when I put my first set on.
I believe born date more important than wear on tires, specially if you can't wear them out. The big question is, how old are your tires on your trike?
Rosy
Just put on a set of Michelins on because of the born date on the tires. Didn't come close to wearing them out. I have 63,000 on the trike, but, can't remember when I put my first set on.
I believe born date more important than wear on tires, specially if you can't wear them out. The big question is, how old are your tires on your trike?
Rosy
Peter A.
1000+ Posts
Born date
Have to agree with you - our trikes are still running orig. rear tires so since they are both 2010's we are seriously considering replacing them for our BIG trip this summer!
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Have to agree with you - our trikes are still running orig. rear tires so since they are both 2010's we are seriously considering replacing them for our BIG trip this summer!
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Peter A., that's a great idea. Outside may look great, inside could be the problem area. Saw one tire coming apart on a Honda car, my daughter-in-law mother's car, the front look like is was shredding, they were very old. Thread look good, but tire was very old.
I look at it this way, for a few dollars, it could save your life! Peace of mind is what I call it!
Rosy
I look at it this way, for a few dollars, it could save your life! Peace of mind is what I call it!
Rosy
When doing your annual matainance, let the sun shine on your tire and ck for dry rot sidewall cracks. Diferent climates determan diferent replacement times. Pump it up to 30-35 lbs, it will show up more noticeable. JMO :Shrug:
I lot of times the Sun will ruin tires [Dry them out] .... Park a trailer in the same spot on your driveway and see that happens to uncovered tire's on the Sun side after a summer or two.....
A person who worked with tires wrote me that many times "old age" will not show on a tire, the damage is inside, and will cause the tire to fail.
To me, if you see stress cracks on a tire, that is not good and you should stop riding the trike/bike, NOW, and replace the tire(s). I believe it should never get to that point, it could cause serious injuries to you, a Family member, a friend, or someone you don't even know!
Rosy
To me, if you see stress cracks on a tire, that is not good and you should stop riding the trike/bike, NOW, and replace the tire(s). I believe it should never get to that point, it could cause serious injuries to you, a Family member, a friend, or someone you don't even know!
Rosy
Rear Tire Mileage
The original set had 69,697 miles when I had them replaced.
The second set had 61,231 miles
The third set has 34,638 miles on them and look good.
Ride Safe
The original set had 69,697 miles when I had them replaced.
The second set had 61,231 miles
The third set has 34,638 miles on them and look good.
Ride Safe
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That is some fantastic mileage Larry.ThumbUp
I hope can achieve close to that mileage.
New rear tires for trike... Almost ready for western trip...
bikerbillone
3000+ Posts
Larry, you are one LD rider, kudos for you sir.
Rear Tire Mileage
Thanks, my wife and I average around 30,000 miles a year for the last 4 years.
Retirement is very nice.
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Thanks, my wife and I average around 30,000 miles a year for the last 4 years.
Retirement is very nice.
Ride Safe
bikerbillone
3000+ Posts
Holy Christmas, I am impressed. I'm retired as well, but things keep getting in the way of my mileage, my hidden passion. I'm send this conversation to wife Millie. Do you have a website or something, like to know more about your travels, 'how to', etc. I'll PM you and leave you my email, so if you respond to that, if not, I understand. Thanks.
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