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Flynrider Offline
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Post: #21
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(07-16-2017 03:31 PM)josiah.hurt Wrote:  I guess I'm out of the loop but what happened to the PR3's? Thought they were all the rave and was thinking about getting them when I got the tires done.
Rumor started last month that the PR3 were being discontinued by Michelin. Member Bflint called Michelin and they confirmed it. See this post :

http://cb1100forum.com/forum/showthread....#pid174020

Looks like you can still get some from warehouse stock, but they'll be gone soon.

I won't be due for new tires for several months, so I'm exploring alternatives. The PR3s have worked unbelievably well on my CB11. I'd definitely go with them again if available.

Phoenix, AZ
2013 CB1100 - Big Red
1993 CB750 Nighthawk - Tahitian Blue
(This post was last modified: 07-16-2017 05:15 PM by Flynrider.)
07-16-2017 05:11 PM
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kennyw Offline
High Mileage

Gold Bar
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Post: #22
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I just ordered a 160 wide PR3 for the rear and a 120 wide PR4 for the front. There are plenty of rears available for now.

KennyW
07-19-2017 09:24 PM
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QimmiQ Offline
1st Service Completed

Canada
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Post: #23
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I am going to finish the year out on my stock tires. I think that they're the battleaxe 45s, but foolishly I've never actually looked. What came stock on the 2014s? I had those on my '02 750 Nighthawk. I was quite happy with them.

I have a fun and somewhat twisty 45 km commute to work but it chipseal and a bit bumpy in spots. I ride pretty hard and I think it is taking its toll on the rear. Only 5500 km in and it is looking a bit flat.

I see some folks have put on slightly larger tires - 120 over 110s on front and 160 over 140 rear. Is it a challenge to get the dealership to put them on since you're not the original size? I am still under warranty.
09-16-2017 08:42 PM
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tinboatcapt Offline
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Minnesota, USA
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Post: #24
RE: Advice
(09-16-2017 08:42 PM)QimmiQ Wrote:  [snip]
I see some folks have put on slightly larger tires - 120 over 110s on front and 160 over 140 rear. Is it a challenge to get the dealership to put them on since you're not the original size? I am still under warranty.


The first time I wanted larger size tires, the dealer balked. Since then (1972), I have simply brought in the wheel and never have had my request questioned. And, as a bonus, it is quicker and cheaper than bringing the entire bike. the tire replacement often 'While U Wait'.
jim

2014 CB1100 Std
2000 ST1100
1981 CB650C
09-17-2017 07:39 AM
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Tezza Offline
1st Service Completed

Queensland Australia
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Post: #25
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(07-16-2017 03:31 PM)Cormanus Wrote:  I've run a couple of sets of BT45s—the second came to an untimely end when the rear developed a nasty gash. I may well revert to them if I can't get PR3s in the future. They were fine.
I tried to get PR3's before our ride down to Victoria but they were no longer available then. The BT45's are wearing really well and will probably get 12-15 thousand k on them.
09-17-2017 04:01 PM
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White Dog Offline
Running Like a Top

NC
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Post: #26
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I bought Metzelers a couple months ago while they were on sale. Still have not had them mounted but I am not riding much, either.

2014 Standard, PS2 Shield, Corbin seat, luggage rack, Givi tail box.
09-18-2017 01:35 PM
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Flynrider Offline
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Phoenix, AZ
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Post: #27
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(09-16-2017 08:42 PM)QimmiQ Wrote:  I am going to finish the year out on my stock tires. I think that they're the battleaxe 45s, but foolishly I've never actually looked. What came stock on the 2014s? I had those on my '02 750 Nighthawk. I was quite happy with them.

The stock Bridgestones are BT54 radials. I didn't care for them. The front had very little tread depth and wore out quickly. Not nearly as good (IMHO) as the BT45 bias tires.

I also use the BT45 tires on my '93 Nighthawk and they're great (I'm on my 3rd set). I managed to get one more set of PR3 tires for my CB11 before they disappeared, so I've got time to consider what comes next. The BT45s are high on my list.

Phoenix, AZ
2013 CB1100 - Big Red
1993 CB750 Nighthawk - Tahitian Blue
09-18-2017 03:27 PM
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QimmiQ Offline
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Canada
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(09-18-2017 03:27 PM)Flynrider Wrote:  The BT45s are high on my list.

Awesome. Thanks.
09-19-2017 10:04 PM
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