Hey I found the article on the 190-50 or 190-55, its a good read..
http://www.sportrider.com/tech/tires/146_0302_rear_motorcycle_tire/index.html
later
http://www.sportrider.com/tech/tires/146_0302_rear_motorcycle_tire/index.html
later
180 vs 190 Tyres?
- Thread starter jon_melson
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Joined Oct 2008
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Hampshire UK
I can vouch for the 190-55 never had any grip or turning in issues.
I have the 180-55 on there now and it turns in fine but it does tend to leave go now and again with a little slide. I like having the bike move around a bit so this is not a problem :thumbup
I have the 180-55 on there now and it turns in fine but it does tend to leave go now and again with a little slide. I like having the bike move around a bit so this is not a problem :thumbup
Really do believe me when I say thank you for all the help, input and opinions you guys have given me.
I have learnt a lot more about tyre suitability for the RSV, and more importantly an RSV with a 6" rear rim.
As I have a Dunlop on the front I'm going to endeavour for a 190 GP Racer or D211 N-tec. If I can get a 190/55 I'll try that, otherwise a 190/50.
When these wear out I'll try Supercorsa or racetec, 180/55.
I'm sure the poor grip was caused by the 180 being pulled 'square' by the 6" rim, getting too hot and the shoulder wearing. This gave a less graduated contact patch meaning the bike was either upright or sat on the edge- it had no grip to offer as I rolled on the throttle and stood the bike up.
Once I earn some more money I'll put this theory into practice- cheers!
I have learnt a lot more about tyre suitability for the RSV, and more importantly an RSV with a 6" rear rim.
As I have a Dunlop on the front I'm going to endeavour for a 190 GP Racer or D211 N-tec. If I can get a 190/55 I'll try that, otherwise a 190/50.
When these wear out I'll try Supercorsa or racetec, 180/55.
I'm sure the poor grip was caused by the 180 being pulled 'square' by the 6" rim, getting too hot and the shoulder wearing. This gave a less graduated contact patch meaning the bike was either upright or sat on the edge- it had no grip to offer as I rolled on the throttle and stood the bike up.
Once I earn some more money I'll put this theory into practice- cheers!
Don't know how relevant this may be, but a fast trackday rider of my aquaintance who used to have a TL1000s ( 6" rim) and now 2005 Gixxer thou (also 6" rim) always uses 180/50 usually soft Racetecs.
He changed from 190's and reckons the thinner 180 turns much quicker and is fine on a 6" rim. :dunno:dunno
I always thought 180 = 5.1/2" rim and 190 = 6" rim but obviously there is a crossover point somewhere.
As someone said previously different manufacturers have different ideas,and not all tyre types suit all bikes regardless of rim width.
He changed from 190's and reckons the thinner 180 turns much quicker and is fine on a 6" rim. :dunno:dunno
I always thought 180 = 5.1/2" rim and 190 = 6" rim but obviously there is a crossover point somewhere.
As someone said previously different manufacturers have different ideas,and not all tyre types suit all bikes regardless of rim width.
Joined Mar 2008
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Lincs
I did cadwell yesterday on 180/55 Diablo Supercorsa's, gotta say the grip was awesome and turning so was quick. Even did two wet sessions and couldnt fault them...:thumbup
Joined Aug 2008
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Brittany France
Since putting on a 180 2cts power michelins the RSV turns in quicker than before...........190s is for posers lol
