V7 Classic tires

[Zimbo]

I have a 2015 v7 stone, the pirellis are shot after 7,000kms,
Just wondering if anyone has tried Michelin anakee 3 with this bike?
Used them on my last bike, and loved them.

[aiken]

Replaced the worn Sport Demons on my 2014 Stone at 4000 miles. Installed Pilot Activ and am enjoying twice the mileage. Have 25,000 miles on the bike now, and the rear Michelin lasts >7500 miles and the front >12,500. Tire has a "harder" feel, as roadway seams, etc., are felt more than with the soft Pirelli tires, but handling and traction wet and dry are excellent.

[sib]

My '13 Stone came with Metzler Lasertecs.  When I sold the bike with 12,000 mi they still had a bit of tread left, but they were worn square and had some weather checking.

My '16 Stone came with Pirelli Sport Demons.  I replaced the rear tire at 8100 miles, although it probably could have lasted to 9000 mi.  I replaced the front tire at 10,100 mi but I think it could have lasted to 11,000 mi.  Both tires had worn evenly and had no checking, and I replaced them with Sport Demons.

I guess my riding style is kind to tires.

[Vagrant]

here is the answer. nice report by giving his comparisons. I like the sport demons that came on the 15 V7 but judging by this I will replace them with the actives UNLESS somebody comes back saying they do track the groves.
if your really cheap try the Shinko 230. I like them on the EV so far and no tracking.

I did the rear Activ at 5000. it had 500 left in it but I was leaving for a 3000 mile trip. did the front at 8000 but could have gotten the 1000 miles home but who knew.
not a lot to choose from in the stock sizes.

[jas67]

I've only got 3,500 miles on my V7 Special's rear Sport Demon, and it is already looking pretty worn.
I'd guess that it'll be bald by 4,500, or, maybe even 4,000.   

[Zimbo]

Just completed a tour in the Massif Central, (around 2000 kms), Pilot Activs seem to work well with the V7 on all road surfaces wet and dry, no problems

[malik]

Just back from a 30,000km trip on the two V7s  (cousin rode the Special) - and updated my tyre history. The Avons & the Pilot Activ seem to give a longer life, along with better handling, at least for me. 36psi front & rear around town, 36 & 38psi loaded for trips.

V7 CLASSIC
REAR TYRE   Km            Mi   on both
Metzler Lasertec17,136   10,648   
Sport Demon   15,958     9,916   
Sport Demon   12,194     7,577   
Sport Demon    8,331     5,176   
Sport Demon    8,646     5,374   
Sport Demon   10,100     6,276   
BT45                     9,296     5,776   BB
BT45                   11,483     7,135   BB
Avon AM26   18,874   11,728   BB
Avon AM26   19,614   12,188   BB
Avon AM26   20,785   12,915   BB
      on both
BB = balance balls/Dyna Beads      

FRONT TYRE   Ks            Mi
Metzler Lasertec17,136   10,648
Sport Demon   28,152   17,493
Sport Demon   18,383   11,423
Avon AM26   55,365   34,402

V7 SPECIAL
REAR         
Pilot Activ           19,505   12120   
Avon AM26   17,954   11156   
Avon AM26   20,737   12885   BB
         
FRONT         
Sport Demon   18,153   11280   
Avon AM26   53,000 plus - still going      BB


   

[Toecutter]

Might as well toss my hat in the ring.

Had to replace my rear Sport Demon at 8000 km. Probably could have gotten another 500-1000 out of it, but had a trip coming up.

Front is now at 17,500 km, and down to about 2mm of tread left. Needs to go... but I am having a HELL of a time sourcing one. Been waiting... well... for the last 9,500 km (wanted to replace them as a set).

I've ordered another rear Sport Demon for the end of the month, but I am not holding my breath that it will show.

What I *would* like, is a good set of 90/10 dual sports that don't sacrifice road handling... but that 18" front makes choices pretty slim.

All the tires I find with "good mileage" seem designed for bikes almost twice the weight, and that seems like a bad choice.

[slowmover]

I've got 8k on my 2013 Metzlers that do not look wore out.What is the safe max millage?

[Toecutter]

It's more about depth of tread and condition of rubber, than any hard and fast "mileage".

[Penderic]

There!!!    I think I see my old Lasertecs.     Lots of tread left on them.




Love my Pilot Activs.
 

[SeanF]

I have a 2015 v7 stone, the pirellis are shot after 7,000kms,
Just wondering if anyone has tried Michelin anakee 3 with this bike?
Used them on my last bike, and loved them.

I'm having my front hub laced to a 19" rim for more tire choices, and will be putting on a set of Anakee IIIs. I too had them on a previous bike (newer V-Strom) and really liked them. I haven't seen them offered in 18" fronts though. I'll let you know how it work out.

PS: I now have available a front Pirelli Sport Demon with ~4200 miles on it, and a tube with exactly the same mileage. Free for pickup in Tucson, AZ.

[sturgeon]

I'm having my front hub laced to a 19" rim for more tire choices, and will be putting on a set of Anakee IIIs. I too had them on a previous bike (newer V-Strom) and really liked them. I haven't seen them offered in 18" fronts though. I'll let you know how it work out.

PS: I now have available a front Pirelli Sport Demon with ~4200 miles on it, and a tube with exactly the same mileage. Free for pickup in Tucson, AZ.

Curious - who's doing your new wheel?

[SeanF]

Curious - who's doing your new wheel?

Woody's in Denver.

[sturgeon]

Woody's in Denver.

 

I'd be interested to see how it turns out.

[Toecutter]

"I'm having my front hub laced to a 19" rim for more tire choices"

How are you dealing with the speedometer change?

[SeanF]

How are you dealing with the speedometer change?

No change. Speedo is driven by transmission output speed magnet & sensor at the rear hub.

[Toecutter]

Well, then. Learn something new everyday.