V7C wheels

[rbond]

Iam almost ready to get new tires for my 2012 V7C. My question is, tubes or not? Most of the tires are listed as tubeless, some as both. Does this bike use tubes and can tubeless only tires still be used with tubes on this bike? Thanks.

[malik]

Tubeless tyres CAN be used with tubes - no problem. The V7C's chromed steel wheels REQUIRE tubes - the rims are not airtight. Get good quality tubes - I use Pirelli or Michelin mostly. Do ensure that you check that the tube sizes are correct for the tyres. I run them at 36psi front & rear & 38/38 loaded or with pillion.

Tyres - I've settled on Avon Roadrider AM26 for both V7s. Good performance in both wet and dry & for the way I seem to ride, long lasting - averaging 20,000 km on the rear & 55,000 km on the front. I have also had decent life & performance out of a Pilot Activ. A mate has put a set of Avons on his V7R and he's very happy with their handling. It's going to be interesting to see how long they last for him - he rides quite a bit harder than I do.

Mal

[clubman]

 :1: I've become a fan of the Avon's too. Handle as nice as the Pirelli's and so far lasting a little longer.