Where to get new tires.

Discussion in 'General 1000RR Discussion' started by Shing90, Apr 17, 2013.

  1. Shing90

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    Ok guys, so I'm looking for new rubber in the next couple of weeks. I think it will be Metzeler M5's. anybody recommend the cheapest/best place I can get them?

    Si...?
     
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    Shing, a mate spanner monkey gets mine dude, but anywhere on tinternet will be cheaper. If not, order them through tyre fitter for a ride in/ride out.
     
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    +1 on getting them online and getting them fitted locally. I've a bloke round the corner from me who'll do a fit & balance for £25 - If you can find somewhere like that you'll definitely save by getting them online.
     
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    That's cheap! Just paid £140 for just a rear fitted!
     
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    Are you on Roadsmart 2's at the mo, Yorkshire?
     
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  12. Yorkshire Tyke

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    Yeah, had em on 600rr and loved em. 2 scotland trips and a euro tour as well as weekend rides and the odd commute had to go for STs. Ill never be quick enough to push em past their limit anyway, if theyre good enough for ron haslam theyre deffo good enough for me. :)
     
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    Ron Haslam school use bt023's
     
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    I got told they use roadsmarts al, either way if ST tyres can be used on track im happy putting them on my blade, ive rode the bt023s too and the roadsmart, for me, is far better
     
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    Thanks everyone! Will be calling round locally tomorrow for fitting service.
     
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    Road smarts or Sport smarts?
     
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    Quick update guys.. Booked in tomorrow for Metzeler m5's. £233 quid ride in ride out.
     
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  18. lambeth longshanks

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    I've heard the Roadsmart 2 is much better than the 023 and better than the PR3 in the dry.
     
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    Your going to love the m5's mate. Everyone I know that has used them, have stuck with them.
     
    #19 Si., Apr 18, 2013
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    Try SBK City if you're in London. They've always been good for me.

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