Best tyre for Duke 390? | Apollo Alpha H1 Tyre Vs Metzeler Sportech M5 Review

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Buy the Apollo Alpha tyre here: (Rear): amzn.to/36vGLFh (Front): amzn.to/34gMddv

[@raghurajvishwakarma8220]

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[@alfijames9018]

Dude ... now this is called a proper review of tyre... Love from Kerala 😍😍

[@priyan2693]

I've had the tires for some 14000 kms now and they're pretty much done for, cut short on life due to a few mishaps. I felt they were rather a little reluctant to fall into corners at high speeds, but man do they hold ground. Best part on this for me on cornering was the exit is absolutely amazing over the M5s. Had to deliberately break hard during heavy rains and surprisingly, not a jitter, no sliding, nothing. All I can say is wet grip is definitely better than the Metz, at least what I felt. And for W rated tires to last 14k + kms though it had to go through some tough stuff, one word - Impressed! Should last a good 18k + kms if used well. Definitely buying them again.

[@sid1290]

Thanks mate, your review helped me a lot. i have to change my tyres in 1000 kms and can you assure me into buying these tyres? I own a KTM Duke 250 and it has mrf tyres.

[@priyan2693]

@@sid1290 Honestly, these would probably be a little overkill for the Duke 250. Is there a size in the Masseters? Heard good things about them. I'm currently experimenting the Michelin Pilot Street and they are supposed to last longer with a little loss on initial grip. Though grip is pretty decent, not impressed with the braking. Haven't gotten the chance to test it on wet yet. Doing a lot of touring this year, hence the change :)

[@sid1290]

@@priyan2693 Masseters ? You mean metzellers? I heard they have less life compared to Apollo. Apollo's tyres life is equal to MRF. That's why I'm inclining towards Apollo aplha h1. My friend has Michelin street pilot on his rr310, I felt that they're inferior to metzeller m5. So only option left is Apollo.

[@shailendradwivedi8174]

I've been using them on my Dominar for 14k Kilometres. Still atleast a strong 4-5k left. I won't lie the moment I switched from the MRFS TO APOLLO it was a day night difference. It handled amazingly and gosh the way it dips into the corner and comes out of it is addictive. ❤️ W rated tyres at the prices and with such performance and life is no match.

[@johnybrokeit]

Rahul, I really like your reviews, man. I sincerely do. Please tell me that Apollo did not have an arrangement with you of any kind for this review, and I’ll buy these tires the very next day. It is strange to suddenly see a rise in popularity of this alpha H1 tire starting this year. Makes me wonder if all our youtubers were compensated for reviewing it.

[@chris5k132]

Maybe just maybe the tyre is actually good lol

[@johnybrokeit]

@@chris5k132 Orrrr, there is a reason why they aren't replying to this question :) Sad Scenes :) I think I'll stick to my Metz or try the M7RR... they cost a bomb though, damn!

[@Adityapilot93]

even though the reviews maybe linked to apollo, but the tyres are damn good bro

[@johnybrokeit]

@@Adityapilot93 Thank you so much for this comment, Aditya! I really want to give apollo a try. My second set of M5 tires are done; last year i couldnt ride much.. couldn't ride at all actually.. like everyone else on the beautiful planet sadly. Finished 12k kms and i have holes in the back tire surprisingly.. the tire shop guys said it just deteriorated because of age i believe... hmmm. i almost certainly decided to repeat the M5's simply cuz i know i can trust them 100% at the speeds we do on these bikes. But, i will seriously be considering apollo. Just got confused with all this secret secret advertising for the company on youtube haha. Thanks, man! And thanks to Rahul for trying to make a good review of the tires! Cheers, guys!

[@Adityapilot93]

@@johnybrokeit i own a 2015 duke 390 bro and this is gonna be the first time ill be putting on these apollo tyres. I admittedly haven't used these tyres so i really cant guide you but my friends have (on similar powered bikes) and they have said that they are almost or even better than company fitted tyres

[@abhisoni143]

Some years back i didn't like your video and commented on it about my view. And now i should say this video changed my outlook to your content such a good video nicely explained. Peace man.

[@brijspy]

Metzelers ( specially m7)are superb in cornering, provides such a tremendous grip, but this Apollo is a good competitor for m5

[@yohaan9]

Agreed

[@official.akashsingh]

After buying my own duke 390 ... I just subscribed this channel and seriously this channel deserves a million subscribers... The content is flush and refined and upto the point ... Hats off to you ... Rahul Bhai ... ♥️ from Lucknow

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Thanks for the support bro!

[@stalee190]

This was the best review video i have ever seen in my life... the camera shots are awesome and mesmerizing

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Thank you. A lot of effort went into it.

[@zain670]

waw. DUDE awsome premiere experience. U R best ;)

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Thanks

[@tamejomoh5798]

Always love to watch your videos brother.. Keep Doing your good work.. Lots of love 🙂

[@suprakashbhunia6838]

Mr, Rahul I just desperately need a tyre, so after watching this video and many other youtuber's video I just decided to buy this Apollo ALPHA H1 for my Ktm duke 390 .But I have only one question about it that is , what is the approximate lifespan (kilometres) of this tyre ? I couldn't find any relatable video or review about the lifespan of this Apollo tyre so I think you are the perfect guy who can tell me the true figure of the lifespan of this tyre because You almost complete 1 year with this tyre .After watching several youtuber's video I think you had given the most real review about this tyre.

[@anupbhatk]

Great review! How's the grip on wet roads as well as gravel/offroad?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Wet roads haven't tested much, not raining now, on gravel its resonable but this is not a dedicated off road tyre.

[@anupbhatk]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial Thanks for the quick response. Could you please post another video showcasing the wet weather grip? Of course after it starts raining! It will help bikers, including me, in making a more informed purchasing decision. Cheers!

[@rezonshinde7948]

Amazing review, please review the Pirelli tyres with are dirt/normal features

[@cibincbz]

Rahul i am using metzelers i did ladhak on it with no puncture with a fear in mind that it will get puncture.. now i wanna go again and wanna replace tyres should i go for apollo or metzelers m7 provided i am not an agressive rider but i do high speeds on straight strech and don.t do much of cornering... but which will be better for off road and road conditions... please suggest...

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

If you have just offroads in mind, get the scorpion rally STR. This Apollo Alpha is a road going tyre, and I have been using it for last 5 months without any issues.

[@cibincbz]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial I am doing ladhak again... will apollo do the work for me as you are using it so your suggestion will be helpful.. many people told me go for michelin also.. wht should i do.. and will 150/70 section tyre fit on duke 390...

[@kevinpinheiro2485]

I heard from some people that the alpha h1 on KTM 390 is a bit sketchy? How does it compare against stock Metzler. Ppl say Metzler sticks a lot more than Apollo.

[@tonyjohn9227]

Keep your suits clean, mate.

[@varunachankunju1700]

What about breaking ?? Wet and dry Which is better

[@ThrottleThrill]

Excellent question about breaking!

[@jeggubhai3265]

Which is the best rear tyre for KTM duke..? When comparing with Michellin Pilot street radial V Apollo H1 .. which one will u choose?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Haven't used Michelin but these types are still doing good on my bike.

[@jeggubhai3265]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial cornering stability?

[@prashanthprakash114]

Thank you Rahul! Thank you Apollo!

[@ThrottleThrill]

Riding with you Rahul on this one! Thank you for taking the time to deliver value. I have been hunting for a while to replace my rear Metzeler Sportec M5 - Duke 390, 2018 make. I ride aggressively and since the M5s did me great service I am rather reluctant to replace them with another. I know them and trust them -- you know the feeling! The reason I even started to look for an alternative was because the vendors here in Dehradun (and quite frankly pan India it seems) are selling 2015 made ones! The best deal I could get so far were 2017 made. Rahul, could you please advise on where to enquire about the M5s -- some place where they are most likely to have 2018 and even 2019 made M5s? Also do the H1s really inspire the confidence of riding at serious speeds -- say 140km/h +? If I can't locate the M5s I am sure that I will go for the H1. Thank you!

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

H1 can be really good at high speeds, I have done the full top speed 3 or 4 times already and felt similar to Metzeler M5 W rated tyres. I have now covered over 10k kilometers on this bike and the drop off is significantly lower than Metzelers. As for latest M5, I don't know about that. I am from Kolkata and here there is a shop where I got latest tyres 2.5 years ago when I got my replacement metz. I don't know about their current stock situation even.

[@ThrottleThrill]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial Thanks Rahul. Appreciate your time. :)

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

@@ThrottleThrill stay subscribed, it means a lot for us smaller channels.

[@ChronicTHCBlaze]

Hi Rahul can u do a long term review of the duke, the problems the parts changed and things like that, please reply!!!

[@satyarecruiter2091]

Thanks Rahul Content which i exactly looking for.

[@rahulkumawat115]

What should be trye pressure for front and rear tyre......i have fzs25 bs6 .... front is 110/70 and rear is 150/60 ...i upgraded to Apollo alpha h1 And in owners manual it is 25 psi for front 100/80 and for rear it is 29 psi for my 140/70 for my previous stock tyre but as i have changed it to 110/70 and 150/60, now also should we follow the tyre pressure given in owners manual which is for stock tyres ?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

As the Tyre specs are changed its hard to say but I would stick to stock pressure and adjust based on ride feel under braking and corners.

[@nareshvikram6244]

How much kilometres does the appolo will give? I mean what about the tyre life would be? Anyone knew about this tyre's life

[@mr.strange5679]

These tyres don't have warranty? I couldn't find any option for motorcycles in warranty registration on their website.

[@anoophn1001]

Please review pirelli scorpion rally STR!! I have crossed 11k on Metzler's now. May need to change tyres in another 2k km. Or else please tell me which one is better for my Duke 390 considering. I want good grip+puncture free tyres. Metzler's are more prone to punctures.

[@cranky1812]

Is Apollo alpha's are better than Metzler's M5 W rating tyres?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

I think we discussed that over the entire video so you should just watch the video.

[@Taitea_____]

😂

[@ChaitanyaBhagvan]

Great review, I was looking for a detailed review for this tyre. I was just wondering whether you replaced both front and rear tyres or only one?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Both

[@streetracer6455]

How is the condition in rainy season bro

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

It's pretty good, I have done over 100 kmph to test it in the wet and braking works well in wet conditions.

[@narsinghemantkumar333]

Mechelin road 5 or apollo aplha h1? For r3? Pls reply.

[@johnnyzothansanga]

michelin road 5 better all rounder

[@arunabhawasthi3745]

Excellent review, Rahul. I am planning these tires for my Cb300r. You know what michelin pilot street really are. 😄 I just wanted to know your views as to how better these tires are compared to michelin. What is the performance in wet conditions? I have been following your channel for the no nonsense, honest and well informed content. Thus, i rate your words highly. Infact, your video om cb300r was the most significant review for me to go ahead with the bike. Thanks for the amazing content.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

I haven't ridden on the street pilot but have heard that those are inferior to the Metzelers. In that way I would say these are as good as the Metzeler W rated tyres. Also they last really really long.

[@arunabhawasthi3745]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial thanks for your response. This helps alot. When you drove CB300R, what was your feel about the bike’s tires? I feel that tires do the job but loose grip rather easily and offer no feedback.

[@kumarabhishek2043]

Nice shots

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Thanks bro

[@amitsirsat9450]

Bro i have to change rear tyre of my Apache RTR 180 i was thinking for the Alpha H1 i need your assistance will you.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Alpha H1 doesn't come in those sizes, you can try other Apollo tyres that match your motorcycle tyre size.

[@amitsirsat9450]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial hmm thanks bro.

[@Ayanavamitra]

Any shop you recommend for buy this tyre ? I need to change my front tyre asap

[@Shubhammalakar99]

Bro I've RC 390 '16 model... Cn I use new Apollo tyre for cornering... How manage hard braking these new tyres??? I mean lyk metzeler

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Yes, these will give you good feel in the corners as you can see us in the review. Under hard braking the bike remains composed. I have discussed everything if you watch the entire review.

[@divyamgupta]

Please review CEAT ZOOM RAD X1 tyres, as this also fall in same category.

[@ace_pet_pollachi9267]

What about the price of both tyre bro

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Check links in description.

[@nirajanstha8279]

Could u plz suggest my tyre for pulsar 220? I rarely do highway riding. Normally, i ride in city street & racing in city street only. Suggest me budget Tyre which long laster with wet grips also

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

You can try Apollo tyres or Pirelli sport tyres.

[@nirajanstha8279]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial thnx for d quick response & thnz for d suggestion. I think, i"ll go for alpha h1 if i got the size

[@sandeepkodam2948]

Trustworthy review and channel as always.... Great work... Can you tell how it's doing on wet roads? Thank you Rahul

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Yesterday rode first time on wets and it did very similar to my metzellers.

[@zhack3d]

Is it good for cornering and how long does it last(actually Im not able to watch the video rn) Should I get these instead of Metzelers?

[@ThrottleThrill]

I am looking to replace mine too. The Metzeler M5 Sportec tyres in the market are mostly 2015 made! I am surprised that 2019, 2018, 2017 made tyres are unavailable!

[@zhack3d]

Siddharth Sharma I bought Apollo alpha overall Im satisfied the grip is really good as good as the metzelers!

[@ThrottleThrill]

@@zhack3d Thank you. Helpful. :)

[@hardikpanchal02]

Hows the performance on wet road...? ALPHA H1

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Very good

[@kolkatariderarijit9167]

very detailed video

[@yohaan9]

My view on them is, if you are buying an expensive high performance mid range bike. Price for tyres is not an excuse. If you ride hard, go for the Metzeler M7rr and if you just in the city and daily it, go for the Apollo. The Apollo's cannot keep up with with Metz when riding hard. They are good for someone with a budget and less aggressive riding.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Ktm doesn't ship with M7RR it comes with stock tyres M5 H rated. These performed better than that. Also lasted really, really long.

[@yohaan9]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial oh yes, I didn't mean stock. Anyone who's riding hard, I'll suggest them the M7's if they can afford it. Apollo H1 is amazing for city and a bit back roads riding and lasts long. A new M5 is still competitive when riding hard on the tarmac :) But we all feel different and ride different to I understand where everyone comes from :)

[@vikramselvaraj]

Who else saw that 570s?

[@creator7341]

Did is better than your previously reviewed tyre?

[@Yash-vm4ts]

And better than you grammar!

[@fastsailo1745]

@@Yash-vm4ts Better than your spelling.

[@aniketthakur5140]

good vdo .....thanks 4 review

[@rishavchand2966]

Do these provide more value for money nd better grip nd life thn michelin pilot street

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

As they have performed better than the Metzelers I think they will do better than Michelin as Metzeler was previously the best.

[@KharwalSumit]

still helping to understand the good pick for duke 390

[@parmeetsingh5728]

Bro is it suitable for apache 310rr ? Plz tell me best tyre for it

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

What is tyres size for 310?

[@parmeetsingh5728]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial for front it's 110/70 , & rear 150/60

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Looks like the same size as duke 390 so it should work

[@parmeetsingh5728]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial yes it is same soo should i go for apollo alpha H1 ?

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

@@parmeetsingh5728 yes for sure

[@streetracer6455]

Bro this Tyre Apollo Alpha is suitable for duke 125

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Yes

[@pdasthagiri3147]

Hi bro can use my Suzuki gixxer bike 155cc??

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

No these tyres are for duke 200, ns 200 or duke 390, RC390 or Dominar 400

[@ayankarmakar6880]

Use Alpha S1 140/60 steel belted

[@MadM0nkey]

What about Gixxer sf 250? It's has a top speed of around 150 kmph

[@shehzadisf943]

What about wet condition

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

It performed really well.

[@nastyscorp]

R15 V3 on these tyre ? Please reply

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Tyre sizes are different for R15 v3, you would have to check whether its availalbe for your bike, this size is compatible for Duke 390, RC390, Dominar 400, Duke 125, 200 and 250, also RC200.

[@nastyscorp]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial front is 2.5 and rear is 4.00 i checked the maxxis motorcycle trye chart it was 110/80 and 100/90 are suitable for job. There is mot option otherthan to upsize as there is no high performance tyre available at 100 section width.

[@Wheels-surajit]

Dads,rc 200 e use korte pari ki? comfortable hote pare ki?? Ar darun review 😍😍😍😍

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Ha, RC200 a use kora jay.

[@Wheels-surajit]

Thank you dada..

[@saisand2938]

How much it costs?

[@KamalRawat1977]

Very good content, if you ever come over to Delhi let me know. I too need tyres for my R3.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

I just came back from Delhi, was there for the auto expo.

[@KamalRawat1977]

There is always next time

[@KamalRawat1977]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial so may be next time you come over.

[@KamalRawat1977]

Great to see you doing so well

[@bikermc]

Nice review

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Thanks

[@Rxtherun]

Good content

[@chirantansarkar9382]

Nice Video Bro Please Share your Full Experience with this

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

The tyres are 1 year and 10k kilometer old now. Its holding up really well, looks good as new.

[@Prathmeshpatilvlogs]

bhai kapda kaha se liya wash karne time nahi mila

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Tyre ka review peh dhyan do, aur yeh kapda nehi hain, leather hain, jisko wash nehi kiya ja sakta.

[@sangitatayade2061]

Vs Michelin pilot street¿

[@anwerr718]

Pilot street are not for 250cc and above.. because of high torque . If using in 300 cc + motorcycle then it can only be used as for touring purpose. U will have to compromise with grip. Alpha is way more better than pilot street for higher capacity motorcycles. Hope u got it.

[@anamahamed8541]

দাদা কোথায় গিয়েছিলেন ওটা ??

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Gangani

[@lovetolearn5929]

Rahul da scorpion er exhaust Kemon hote pare duke390 te . Valo na kharap janio plez.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Original nile valo e hobe.

[@lovetolearn5929]

Original e Nebo. 38k price for only muffler

[@mainak382]

Can i put it into my duke 200??

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Yes

[@shubhamjain9194]

What about off-road

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

These are not off road tyres, they will perform in standard grass and gravel but tricky situations like slush and sand or rocky terrain is better to be handled by off road specific tyres.

[@shubhamjain9194]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial thankyou very much Please tell me one more thing,can i get these tyres for my spiti trip? I've heard stock tyres get destroyed if yoy take then to spiti.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

For spiti I would recommend pirelli scorpion rally.

[@ritambailey2433]

I don't find it fair to review tires like this, in my opinion it should be done on the track with the same rider and bike and let the timings speak for themselves... I am about to switch to the alpha h1's myself to try them out and I will be hitting the MMRT track on their next pay and practice day...

[@bipulkaphle3840]

Hey this is bit late but how did it performed

[@ijs_autoandmore]

Nice one , w rated is 270 KMPH. Have these H1 s on my Dominar since past 3k kms and the grip is really amazing.

[@sreedarsanm]

how many kms the tyre lasts?

[@bhanukiran3492]

Can we use this tyres for Apache 200

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Tyre sizes are different for Apache so I can't comment about compatibility.

[@RajAvishekProduction]

Awsome

[@MrSridhar22]

Did anyone noticed the Lamborghini on the highway @ 1:54 ??

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

That's a McLaren 520

[@MrSridhar22]

Sorry i was wrong

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

@@MrSridhar22 its really good that you spotted it, I put that part on purpose to see who spots it.

[@magnificentparv9404]

They are fine

[@limitless462]

High speed wobble. Above 140kmph, it wobbles even after balancing it perfectly. On same suspension and same alloy wheels, Other tyres doesnt. My ktm duke 390 front wobbles above 140kmph on these tyres. On others, it doesnt

[@priyan2693]

Not sure how you felt that, cuz I hit close to 180 on the RC, and it held perfectly well. Didn't feel a single shudder. Even with super high wind blasts

[@AJFXT1]

@@priyan2693 lol that 180 itself clearly shows you're lying.

[@priyan2693]

@@AJFXT1 lol I hope you know and understand what "close to" means.

[@Gaaligaloch007]

Kitna paisa mila

[@sumanbarman5949]

Enjoyment dekha gese dada 3:10 120kmph aa overtake kore chole gelo😁😁😁

[@s_rgamer7400]

I am from West Bengal

[@himanshuchauhan590]

bhai naha bhi liya kar, btw great review but dude really work on some cleaniness of yourself with the bike , loving bike is good but you are worth more

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

I don't think anyone looks clear after riding through red soil and 200 km of highway. What kind of a comment is that?

[@amaltom2322]

Tyre life

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Don't know, those lasted 15000 plus now after lockdown I don't ride so much and those tyres are still in very good shape on my bike. Don't need a replacement yet.

[@shreedathshetty4168]

1:53 what car was that????😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Mclaren 570

[@gagandeep-ug7dz]

Did you watch the video at 0.5x speed Or do you have Sherlock genes in you?

[@monish1998]

dont get me rude but i think u need to clean your race jacket and u need a haircut apart from this i liked the video

[@ditobechulio3728]

Like ur poetry

[@RandomSync7]

Your handlebar looks to be bent

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

nope

[@RandomSync7]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial my bad, it looked like it was bent! Thank for the review!

[@abdulm_7]

paid review. Apollo is doing mass marketing stint right now. Don't fall for them, Mertzelers have been tested and reviewed as the best. These definitely don't beat them. If you truly want to feel your bikes power, stick to the mertzelers. Period.

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Lol, this review is many years old way before whatever gig you are claiming. I don't even make motorcycle videos any longer because there is no support for smaller creators here. I still use these tyres. Apollo did send me these for free. But they lasted so long that I kept using them even after the first pair got worn out.

[@SquidOnGixxer]

Dada one piece ta kachar somay hoigache monehoche😅

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Akta leather suit keno diye setake kacho. Tar por comment koro

[@SquidOnGixxer]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial raag korle keno...inframe thik bhal lagchena tai bollam...btw amar o ache one piece noi but upper and lower seperate

[@Vaibhavss116]

bhoot dekh liya ky thoda happy hoke baat kro yrr

[@binalone302]

Apollo won't help you on wet roads medzelers m7 will💯

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

The KTM Duke 390 in India comes with Metzeller sportech M5 H rated. Now they have switched to MRF, I think. On comparison with the sportech M5 these have similar amounts of wet grip.

[@BikeWalaEsti]

Bangla bolle valoi lage

[@The_PGK]

Aaaaae chutiye

[@ninadjoshi9461]

Can I put on this tyre for hornet 160R.... Pls help

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

no, but you can put other Apollo tyres.

[@rikchakraborty9645]

Can we use those tyres in ns 200

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

Yes

[@rikchakraborty9645]

@@RideWithRahulOfficial dada tumi kolkatay thako

[@RideWithRahulOfficial]

@@rikchakraborty9645 ha bhai