T model front tire

I'm looking for options on a tall front tire for a VTX1800C. I notice the 98-01 VT1100T ACE shows a 130\80R18 up front, and Dunlop's Fitment Chart shows no other model using that size. I'm looking for comments on this tire, I haven't been able to find another tire co. that has this size, only Dunlop D206. They look better than the stock C, D251, and pricewise, it should be better. Anyone have experience with it? Also, I'm hoping to find a closeout sale on it, any ideas for best price?

Sorry dude! Don't have any data for you on that other than.....I HATE Dunlops! ......


................bobby


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twin1300 wrote:Sorry dude! Don't have any data for you on that other than.....I HATE Dunlops! ......


................bobby


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So do I, that's why I'm here, looking for options, if any!

Try this link... https://mcdarksiders.forumotion.com/general-discussion-f6/front-tire-size-t1010.htm
Smokin'Joe posted info on running a rear tire in the front. Could give you extra options.
I just ordered a me 880 ... 140/80hb/17 for my front...real good price....check my last post
in the above thread.....

Good luck with your choice....

Jerry

Thanks Jerry, good info. I just found out Pirelli has a tire coming out in the fall, called, "Night Dragon". Made for front use on heavy cruisers, in a 140/70-18, and 3 other front sizes, rears also. Great looking tires.

Just wondering what is out there for a 19 inch rim.

dirtwarrior wrote:Just wondering what is out there for a 19 inch rim.

Bridgestone S11 Spitfire. I will NOT run anything else on the front in a 19" tire. It's made for the sport cruiser crowd and it is the bomb and far as grip, handling, and longevity! You can find them on the net for around $65 to $85.


................bobby

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twin1300 wrote:

dirtwarrior wrote:Just wondering what is out there for a 19 inch rim.

Bridgestone S11 Spitfire. I will NOT run anything else on the front in a 19" tire. It's made for the sport cruiser crowd an it is the bomb and far as grip, handling, and longevity! You can find them on the net for around $65 to $85.


................bobby

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http://www.revzilla.com/product/bridgestone-spitfire-s11-sport-touring-tires
They are showing a 110/90H19
great looking tire and only $68.00, not bad I think I'll order one for myself.

I ride an '98 T and the Dunlop(D206) is expensive. I'm going to replace my front tire with a rear tire, 130/80 or 130/90-18 to have a higher load rating and hopefully more miles out of it. I have several riding buddy's that have done this and they have not had any problems so far. Their are several tires that have the same tread pattern on the front and rear tires, so that is what I'm going to limit my search to.

ROD

Rod, Welcome to the site.....look around....join in.....if you are here you belong here....

Jerry

OK, here's the problem. Dunlop is the only one making the 130/80-18 radial. If you want to go with another brand, you're looking at a 130/70 or 120/80. The Tourer's speedo is already 5% optomistic to begin with. If you put a smaller front tire on, it only makes the error worse. Personally, I haven't had a single complaint with the D206F on my Tourer. As for price, I find 'em cheap on eBay fairly often. Just keep checking.