What is the BEST Tire for Harley Sportster??

[@jimmansi9046]

I've had 3 Sportsters & now a Dyna & have always used Metzler Marathon Ultra's & have gotten well over 10,000 miles on them. They wear well, are great in the rain & you feel like you're glued to the road in the twisties, awesome tires. Those Avons you mentioned are also great tires

[@TheMotoJawn]

Thanks I would love to get over 10k

[@jamesa6272]

Jim Would you suggest them for my 05 883 sportster? I’m in need of new tires. I still have the stock rubber on it

[@petarbudija5575]

Are they better then metzler cruisetec for HD Sportster???

[@jimmansi9046]

@@petarbudija5575 honestly I don’t know anything about that tire you mentioned, I currently have the Metzler marathons on my super glide and feel the same way about them, they’re awesome tires!

[@petarbudija5575]

I have sportster 48 special 1200 and I'm looking for new tyres, you suggest ME 888 Marathon for that motorcycle????​@@jimmansi9046

[@freddempster4085]

Dunlop has a K591 which is approved for Sportsters. Derived from lines of racing tires and now what I think is a substantial upgrade over stockers at least for my 1200 iron. Holy moly what an upgrade!!! Good grip on road under about any condition, quiet and smooth and balanced out with little weight. OEM tires only average, but these are amazing. They put the “sport” back into sportster. They are midrange priced due to existing engineering. Keep in mind there are only sizing for sportsters and only in 5-6 sizes in lineup.

[@RulgertGhostalker]

Here Is A Sportster Tip .... when your out on the road, wondering if your tires need to be changed; reach in your pocket, and grab a quarter, ( or get a quarter, or borrow a quarter ) then, you insert the edge of the quarter into the tread where it is low ... line up the two Ls, in "quarter doLLar" if you can see the bottoms of the Ls, it is time to change your tire.

[@spaceflight1019]

I put 50,000 miles on my Roadster between July 2005 and November 2008. Since then, only 32,000 miles. My OEM rear tire lasted 15,000 miles and the reason I replaced it was because it was becoming "squared off" and was beginning to affect handling in curves. The front tire lasted 25,000 miles and was replaced for the same reason as the rear. But once I took a job that didn't involve field service my mileage plummeted. Stop and go riding cut tire life down to 4,000 miles on the rear and 8,000 for the front. OEM tires are Dunlops. Tire life went down yet again when Elrama Power Station closed (12 miles away, mostly flat terrain, 8 red lights) and I transferred to Cheswick Power Station (22 miles away, 10 miles highway, 12 miles crossing the city of Pittsburgh). Dealers prefer to fit OEM tires because of liability. Smaller shops will cater to enthusiasts who do the research and want tires that better suit their riding style. The better shops know what works and will make recommendations.

[@raybrensike42]

9,000 miles on Metzeler ME888 rear, Sportster, for me. Am looking for a longer lasting tire, but I like the grip of the 888.

[@juandavidortiz-romero2720]

Original Scorchers, 11,000 miles. I'm having to replace them because of a nail, otherwise id say they still have another 1-2 K left in em.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Dang I didn't get nearly that much

[@whitneycore31]

I have the same on mine and I have 9k and I’ve been pushing it. Definitely getting it replaced here soon. Mine started to wear around 6k and I think it’s the stop and go plus I live in WV so we have a lot of twists and curves here. I’m trying to find something that will last longer.

[@TheMotoJawn]

I just threw fresh 777s on the front and rear. Hope they last awhile. Around here nails usually take them out before wear does lol

[@Joseph-n8h5s]

Just had a Dunlop 404 put on in may this year and now it's bald had pressure problems since this dude changed it and now 4 months later I just noticed that the tire rotation is backwards

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

I've got 10k on my 2018 Iron 1200 original back tire and still have a little tread left . I'm looking for some more too. I always check my air.

[@rodneyricketts177]

I still got my original michelen tires on my iron 883n I got a one plug in the rear just passed inspection I'm at 6,800 miles they still in good shape I'm a need rear brakes before next inspection

[@TheMotoJawn]

I just got them rear brake jawns too

[@cassidysanders977]

I still have my original scorcher tires at about 9k miles so far and probably have at least another 1000 miles in the rear.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Wish mine lasted that long.

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

I'm having the same luck with mine.

[@DoubleDMoto]

I got about 6500 out of the factory scorchers. I replaced the with commander 3. Have about 8000 on them now and they still look good. Probably another 5000 to go before I have to replace them.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Interesting to hear that.

[@NYGiantInTX]

In all the Sportster groups I'm in they rave about the Shenko 777s. I got a nail in my tire recently and was considering going with those.

[@TheMotoJawn]

I do like it so far. Just hope it lasts a while.

[@fishstick-r5y]

what mount do you have for the license plate?

[@TheMotoJawn]

Stock

[@curtisvalle5141]

Mich cmmdr 2s.... 12k on 08 1200xlc. Still look fair but I'm replacing with ???? Like to go up a size on back but not sure if that can happen with no mods...? New Progressive 830 and similar inserts.... worth it IMHO

[@61fourMoto]

I've used commander 3 from Michelin for almost all my cruisers, They work great for me and i usually get a pretty good run out of them.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Thanks good to know!

[@Chris-0113]

Same I have on my sporty. I've been really pleased with them.

[@ridewithted2003]

Shinko's are good. I have the 777 on my Heritage and it's taken me from NJ to the Keys and back. I've got about 10K on these tires now. They are great. Shinko also sponsors my podcast.

[@adminadmin9997]

You get 10k out of the rear? Or you mean the front?

[@ridewithted2003]

@@adminadmin9997 I got 10K, at least, on the front. I spoke incorrectly, the rear is nearly ready for replacement but it is not a Shinko.

[@adminadmin9997]

@@ridewithted2003 are u going to do shinko for the rear? I plan to run a Metzler in the front and a shinko in the rear. I got about 13k on a Metzler in the front great on tar snakes. I shaped our the front Metzler because the side was was cracking I didn't want to risk it but I'm sure I could of gotten more miles

[@WhiskeyChaser]

I have Shinkos on both bikes and I really like them They've lasted forever on the Sportster and were super sticky when I took the Bolt cross country

[@TheMotoJawn]

Good to know! I do like the shape so far feels more agile

[@adminadmin9997]

How many miles did you get out of the rear?

[@WhiskeyChaser]

@@adminadmin9997 I still have them and I've almost hit 10,000 miles. They're still great

[@adminadmin9997]

@@WhiskeyChaser I just ordered them. So you don't get any speed wobble at high speeds? The white walls stay white or fade to yellow with time? The white wall is white rubber. Not a painted white wall.

[@WhiskeyChaser]

@@adminadmin9997 I actually can't comment on the white wall, mine are all black. I haven't experienced and wobbles

[@drifter421]

Incorrect tire pressure and wheel balance are the biggest reasons for tire wear, unless you’re doing burn-outs😈.

[@TheMotoJawn]

More likely the tire pressure haha

[@ronhernandez9198]

I check tire pres at least once a week and b4 every moderate ride.

[@jod3199]

...not related to tires but anyone experience really loud squeaking from their rear brake on their Iron 1200s. For me this started to occur in just 300 miles of owning the motocycle. Do you have any suggestions to correct? Thank you.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Mine does the same. I could actually use some help with that as well!

[@jod3199]

​@@TheMotoJawn Hello. Wash the bike...right now that is the only advice I have. Thank you for making these videos!

[@lovingmylifeasIage6741]

Yeah. I fixed mine with some squeak-be-gone from Auto Zone. You need to put a little on the mettle plate that fits between the hydraulic pistons and the pads. It squeaked a little after at first but went away and never has returned.

[@Free_Wills]

I've got Dunlop d402 Harley tires on my sportster. I haven't had any problems or issues but I'm gonna get a more aggressive street tire next time and see if I notice a difference

[@TheMotoJawn]

I almost went with the Dunlop

[@adminadmin9997]

I run Metzler marathon ultra I get 12k in front and 8500 on the rear. I'm considering shinko 777 I want feed back. Metzler Is great on tar snakes no wobble. I had Dunlop which was bald in about 5k miles exactly and I could feel tar snakes badly

[@TheMotoJawn]

Shinko has been great so far. A lot of confidence in the tire also a little more round shape feel more agile

[@adminadmin9997]

@@TheMotoJawn how many miles you have on the rear so far?

[@TheMotoJawn]

@@adminadmin9997 almost 1k on the shinko so far

[@davot.9717]

I have a Harley-Davidson Roadster 2016 I really have found the Pirelli scorpion Trail 2 even though there are Dual Sport tire they have been awesome on my Roadster I'm already on my second set they usually last close to 8500 miles👌😎 I found them to be a great all-weather tile as well

[@TheMotoJawn]

Good to know

[@davot.9717]

@@TheMotoJawn ride safe be blessed🛐 perhaps you could help me with something I'm looking for a comfortable long-distance solo seat to put on my Roadster I like the minimalist look but would prefer some comfort any suggestions would be a blessing

[@vincentbeijing6926]

Same bike, I’m on my fifth set of scorpion trail 2. Good tires at breaking and cornering, progressive at the limit, good on the rain and in the cold too. I get about 5500 miles from the rear one, and about 7000 for the front. I consider that good as I almost only ride twisty roads, rather aggressively. I heard there is a third iteration now, but couldn’t find them last time I replaced my tires.

[@BikesBeardsAndBrews]

7000 feels kinda low for a tire, you should check the mile rating on the tire and keep an eye on your tire pressure

[@TheMotoJawn]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@danielnovak8293]

I have the Avon cobra chromes I like them. Next set will be the Pirelli GT’s

[@TheMotoJawn]

Performance low rider S!

[@Peter-zr8kq]

My original Michelin Scorcher tires are dangerously hideous on wet roads. I wiped out on them with just wet pavement conditions. My buddy swapped them out immediately for Metzler Tires after almost laying it down.

[@FXDLSAZ]

How many miles did you get out of the 777??

[@TheMotoJawn]

I'm coming up on about 5k on it and it's still in decent shape.

[@mamjack6134]

Wish they made Michelin Pilot Road 5 in Sportster size . handle the weight, great lean angle, don't think you'll ever find a better wet weather tire

[@vincentbeijing6926]

That’s the dream! Guess there are too many dimensions on sportsters, none 17 inch

[@Chase_N]

No inspections in OH. I got 11,000 on my 08 Sporty's OE Dunlops. Tried Shinkos, they wore fast before I traded it in. I got 9,000 on my 13 Fat Bob's Dunlop D429s. I switched to Metzeler ME888 Marathon Ultras. For about 700 miles, it felt like riding on ice. It was 1000 miles before the nubs in the middle wore off (Shinkos lasted 50 or so)! At 1100 they started to feel right. They're great tires now, but damn that break in is sketch. People say they get 20K to 25K on their Glides with ME888s, if that's true then I might get 30K to 40K! I live in the boonies so it's 90% freeway riding by the way.

[@TheMotoJawn]

I've heard the shinkos might wear quick.

[@leedaiger]

Metzeler Cruisetec are 1000% the greatest tyres for Harleys !!!

[@TheMotoJawn]

A lot of people are saying Metzeler

[@leedaiger]

@@TheMotoJawn yes but take the Cruisetec from Metzeler

[@IronBornRider]

Dude that tire was mr clean bald. Surprised you had any traction on that thing.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Outlaw tires

[@spaceflight1019]

Let me go off-topic with a topic important to motorcycle riders: have you encountered locked doors at fast-food restaurants? This disturbing trend creates a huge obstacle if you're hypoglycemic and have to eat on schedule because they won't sell you food at the drive-through window if you walk up. Locking the doors also eliminates restroom access. Going to a place like Denny's or Bob Evans often isn't an option because compared to fast food joints they're few and far between.

[@Peter-zr8kq]

My buddy lives in Philadelphia. You don’t sound like your originally from Philly. You don’t have the accent.

[@jamesa6272]

I swear to you I took my dads 78 triumph out registered and insured within maybe 20 minutes of riding to the gas station I got a ticket for no inspection. $200 and was in a village in Ny so you can go to jail for it to 🤯. A lot of people don’t get them inspected. Me: Instant ticket. Wtf

[@TheMotoJawn]

Damn that sucks. I heard was NY strict with that stuff.

[@NevermoreMoto]

No knobbies? Wtf.

[@TheMotoJawn]

Scramble build coming to a jawn near you

[@NevermoreMoto]

@@TheMotoJawn I knew you’d come around.