Front Tire

[Trad]

I am sure this question has been asked b4. I have a 2002 Gl 1800, with Champion Trike kit. I need a new front tire what would you recommend for tire and also would a rear tire reversed work better?<br />
Thanks Pete

 

[Solidbob]

Here we go again: <a href="http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com/10979559/d/street-bike-tires#&&SearchParameters=53-0-0-0-0-1-24-1-6_1-11_1-7_15-8_5-9_4-1_61" target="_blank">http://www.motorcycle-superstore.com...5-8_5-9_4-1_61</a><br />
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You want a 130/70 X 18 Rear Bias Ply Tire ON Sale with Free shipping to your door<br />
Bridgestone BT45 130/70H x 18 113.99<br />
Michelin Pilot Activ Same Size - 109.99<br />
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Pick your poison I use the MPA - 23,000 and still lookin good @ 41PSI - No Cupping <br />
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Enjoy the miles of smiles!! <img src="images/smilies/grin.gif" border="0" alt="" title="big grin" class="inlineimg" />

 

[John Luciano]

It's not just better, it is the only logical choice.
see previous posts.
2 great choices.
I may go to Battle axe for my next one.(BT45)

 

[1800 06 Champion Trike]

What Bob said, I wouldn't use any other brand.

 

[cavie]

now that we know the Brand. How about the second half of the question? Reverse?

 

[geol]

The consensus on this board seems to be Michelin Pilot Activ (not active) rear tire mounted backwards. I have had mine mounted for several thousand miles and appears that it will give good service.

 

[The Captain]

My installing dealer used the MPA tire mounted in reverse. The service guy said they would only mount it in reverse due to something about a rear tire and different kind of forces when mounted on the front...

 

[TouringOn2]

I'm on my third BT-45. 2 when I was on 2 wheels and I will be putting my second one on in June before leaving for Alaska. I rode to Alaska in 2012 on 2 wheels. I'm looking forward to going back on 3 wheels. Life is good. Be safe and enjoy the ride. Larry

 

[Gold Rush]

I also like the BT 45. Have the third one on now and a fresh one waiting in cold storage. I ride pretty aggressively so don't get the 25K some claim but the 14 plus thousand I do get is worth every dime it cost. <br />
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I have no personal experience with the MPA so the story about it causing buzzing in the handlebars is just that. Maybe someone with actual first hand knowledge will speak up.......<img src="images/smilies/poof.gif" border="0" alt="" title="poof" class="inlineimg" /> <img src="images/smilies/poof.gif" border="0" alt="" title="poof" class="inlineimg" />

 

[Cycleguy]

BT45. Some people don't like the Michelin, I have not run into anyone who didn't like the Bridgestone. I'm happy, will likely replace at 5 years, not because of tread. Got a 400 Burgman for short trips.<br />
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I called Bridgestone technical support, the guy recommended reverse, but said it was no big deal. So I reversed.

 

[Missouri Charley]

I have used both. The mileage is about the same on both tires. The Michelin tire after a few hundred miles picked up a slight buzzing, sound and feel. I've had both cup and had one Bridgestone split between the tread. Dollars for donuts I'd say they are evenly matched tires. I have run both forward and reverse and could not tell any difference. Buy which one is cheaper at the time and be happy!!!!

 

[Trad]

I picked up a MPA ,having dynabeads put in , now have to wait for better weather here in Ill to go riding. Thanks for the great advice on front tires.

 

[FRR]

Here we go again: http://www.motorcycle-superstore.co...=53-0-0-0-0-1-24-1-6_1-11_1-7_15-8_5-9_4-1_61

You want a 130/70 X 18 Rear Bias Ply Tire ON Sale with Free shipping to your door
Bridgestone BT45 130/70H x 18 113.99
Michelin Pilot Activ Same Size - 109.99

Pick your poison I use the MPA - 23,000 and still lookin good @ 41PSI - No Cupping

Enjoy the miles of smiles!!

The BT45 is actually a couple of bucks cheaper today