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Old 09-11-2011, 12:47 AM   #2 (permalink)
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Hm... unfortunately I can't see a 160/60 for Teresa.

What tire pressure do you use? Is it the same as with the Pirelli? Do you know anyone who have been using this AM26 for a longer period? How does it perform in rain? In cold (like 0C=32F)? How long does it last?

The tires I tried last time and am still using are the Heidenau K73. They grip well, feel better in rain and cold than the previous Metzeler Z6 pair. And they can't take as high pressure as the Z6 could easily tolerate and coast somewhat worse (Z6 could take 2.9/2.9 bar [sidewall max] while I use the K73 at 2.5/2.7). The other downside is the rear's longevity: Teresa ate one over 10250km, while I could use a Z6 rear for 28000. I'm testing the next one, autumn+winter comes with less 2-up rides and colder temps, it may last longer. And the front is expected to last for at least two rears...

With the Z6 the tires wore together.

(On a sidenote: K73 isn't the correct size either, now the front is 120/70-17 instead of 110/70-17)
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