Tire recommendations sought.

[zer0netgain]

My bike has Michelin Road 5s.  The front isn’t even getting 7K before reaching the wear bars.  I don’t ride aggressively, so I’m surprised they’re wearing this fast.  I normally got 12K or more from affront tire and 10K out of a rear tire.

So, I’m looking for something that’s good but prioritizes longevity over performance.  Any ideas on what out there fits what I’m looking for?

[Sport-Touring]

[Blue is Best]

I am a terrible "penny pincher". I look for deals!!

Last set of tires I put on the FJR1300 was the Bridgestone T30s. Bridgestone has newer models now but the T30s are great sport touring tires and are reduced in price now. I think I paid not much over $225(?) for a set. Motosport? Look around unless you are one of the "the more I pay the better I feel" people.  

[kver]

My bike has Michelin Road 5s.  The front isn’t even getting 7K before reaching the wear bars.  I don’t ride aggressively, so I’m surprised they’re wearing this fast.  I normally got 12K or more from affront tire and 10K out of a rear tire.

So, I’m looking for something that’s good but prioritizes longevity over performance.  Any ideas on what out there fits what I’m looking for?

Yikes -- I don't get anywhere near that mileage on my tires  -- unless I only use the bike to commute....  

[jay547]

I am a terrible "penny pincher". I look for deals!!

Last set of tires I put on the FJR1300 was the Bridgestone T30s. Bridgestone has newer models now but the T30s are great sport touring tires and are reduced in price now. I think I paid not much over $225(?) for a set. Motosport? Look around unless you are one of the "the more I pay the better I feel" people.  

Nope, he doesn't ride a BMW.

[jay547]

I still run the Pilot Road series. I usually get about 12-13k.

[Baz]

Last year I went from PR 4's to Metzler  Roadtec 01's on the FJR and so far love the things. I find them to be as sticky as the 4's and they supposedly will out last them. We shall see. Only have about 1000 km on these.

[zer0netgain]

Revzilla suggested the Pirelli Angel Gt II Tires and Continental Road Attack 3 GT Tires.

Thoughts?

[Blue is Best]

Just checked my Bridgestone T30s. I have 6,300 miles on them and they are worn maybe 60% on the back and pretty close to the same on the front. Looks like on pace for 10,000 miles.



                                                 

[FirstVtwin]

Dunlap Roadsmart IV - good life, and great grip in wet and dry

[Blue is Best]

Just checked my Bridgestone T30s. I have 6,300 miles on them and they are worn maybe 60% on the back and pretty close to the same on the front. Looks like on pace for 10,000 miles.



                                                  

I had to swap out my front tire after the last overnight ride. Got about 8,500 miles out of it. It looked terrible? The back tire looks good and I will get about 10,000 miles from it. Got the T30 front from Cycle Gear for under $70!!

I will shop around for another T30 back.