I used Bridgstone Batlax 021 (i think). Those are sport touring tires,
really good for a decent prize.
Javier.

On Wed, Jul 6, 2011 at 10:15 AM, 750S <[email protected]> wrote:

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> Thanks for all the great advice people. Any recommendations of tire
> brand/model in the originsal 110/90/16 size?
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> On Jul 6, 12:08 pm, "Allen Thomas" <[email protected]> wrote:
> > Stick with what the bike calls for, that tire is wider and taller. There
> are plenty of good tires in that size. It will affect the bikes steering
> geometry by lengthening the wheelbase, and shifting the mass rearward. This
> coupled with a wider tire, will make the bike turn in slower. Whether you
> notice a difference is a different story, but to my knowledge that is how a
> tire change will affect the chassis.
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> > From: 750S <[email protected]>
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> > Date: Wed, 6 Jul 2011 06:50:25
> > To: Nighthawk Motorcycle Lovers!<[email protected]>
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> > Subject: [Nighthawk Lovers] Tires
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> > I'm in the market for new rubber front and rear and have been
> > considering the Metzler Marathon ME880. The recommended front tire
> > size for my bike is 110/90/16 however the closest size I can find in
> > the ME880  is 130/90/16. I have seen them mounted in this size before
> > on bikes identical to mine, but, I am wondering how it might affect
> > such things as handling, ride, speedo, etc?????   All input greatly
> > appreciated . Currently I have Dunlop GT501's that I would rate as OK.
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