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Offline Elmojo

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #105 on: April 01, 2008, 01:10:41 AM »
Seriously?! You guys are STILL talking about these Shinkos exactly 3 years after my first post?
Holy cheap rubber Batman!

Sorry for the overreaction, but I'm amazed the Shinko's have caused this much discussion.
If anyone cares, I bought a set of 009's shortly after posting that first message, way back on page 1.
I've since then put about 8,500 miles on them of what I'd consider fairly normal riding, with some rough stuff thrown in.
There's something wrong with the front tire on my Bandit, it seems floating up off the pavement.  :shock:
Anyway, I love these tires and will be getting a set of 005's very soon.

Cheers to everyone riding (cheaply) on Shinko rubber!

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P.S.: www.ridenow.com is still listing the 005 front for $59.99 and the 005 rear for $89.99, plus ~$20 for shipping, which I *think* is a bit cheaper than Iron Pony.

Offline Red01

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #106 on: April 03, 2008, 12:32:58 AM »
Hey, we're Bandit riders... we ENJOY getting the most bang for the buck/quid/whatever your currency is...  :bandit:
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Offline Bandit1250

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #107 on: April 03, 2008, 12:46:18 AM »
Ok here's my question...........

I have about 1/16 of an inch of chicken strip on my rear tire.....can you lean that far with these Stinko 009's WITHOUT them breaking loose on you??
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Offline txbanditrydr

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #108 on: April 03, 2008, 10:30:46 AM »
You will discover the 009 gets rid of chicken strips pretty easily....  the tire profile puts you closer to the edge with less lean angle than other sport tires - keeping in mind this tire is more touring oriented.  With that said, I've never had any issues with the tire breaking loose under prudent use of the throttle.... YMMV and all bets are off if there's gravel or sand on the road surface.  Ride Safe.
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Offline WabashMX5

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #109 on: June 02, 2008, 09:20:58 PM »
Well, I've only got 6K easy miles on my OEM Macadams — but a big ol' bolt sticking out of my rear tire means time for a replacement.  I'm trusting that this many Banditos saying good things aren't going to lead me astray — so I'll be ordering a Raven 009 tomorrow.  (Much pricier at the local dealer than online, but I'd rather keep the money local and build goodwill with the guys who'll do my other service.)

Wish me luck!
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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #110 on: June 02, 2008, 10:37:12 PM »
— but a big ol' bolt sticking out of my rear tire means time for a replacement. 

Just picked up a roofing nail in my 009....... after a whopping 600 (six-hundred) miles. :rant2:

That's only my 4th or 5th Raven... guess I'll be getting another one.
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Offline B6mick

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #111 on: June 05, 2008, 07:15:34 AM »
Chicken strips, errrrrrrrr what chicken strips. None here.  On the B6 or the ZRX. :thumb:
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Offline Have Blue

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #112 on: June 19, 2008, 01:42:08 AM »
Tires unlimited has the Shinko, now...

    http://www.tiresunlimited.com/Shinko_tires.htm


  Looks like $160 or so, without shipping, for a set of the 009 for a 1200.




Az motorsports has the same set, in stock B12 sizes for $135, without shipping.  SOunds like a deal...



Before ordering anything from Arizona Motorsports, you should read this thread.
http://www.fireblades.org/forums/vendor-seller-dealer-reviews/1829-arizona-motorsports-group.html
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Offline WabashMX5

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #113 on: June 19, 2008, 03:54:36 AM »
I got my back Raven 009 for $99 shipped from an Ohio-based eBay Store, and was very happy with their customer service and fast shipping.  So far, I've only run a 120-mile highway trip, but I did plenty of weaving in my lane when no one was around, trying to get enough lean to scrub the tires closer to the edges.  No complaints so far. :motorsmile:
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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #114 on: June 19, 2008, 09:28:31 AM »
Before ordering anything from Arizona Motorsports, you should read this thread.
http://www.fireblades.org/forums/vendor-seller-dealer-reviews/1829-arizona-motorsports-group.html

That review is back in 2003.  I have had zero problems on about 10 orders I've placed with them in the last 4 years.... including the set of Shinko's I presently have mounted.
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Offline Have Blue

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #115 on: June 19, 2008, 02:27:58 PM »
Before ordering anything from Arizona Motorsports, you should read this thread.
http://www.fireblades.org/forums/vendor-seller-dealer-reviews/1829-arizona-motorsports-group.html

That review is back in 2003.  I have had zero problems on about 10 orders I've placed with them in the last 4 years.... including the set of Shinko's I presently have mounted.


Thanks for letting me know they have changed their "tune"
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Offline Daytona

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #116 on: January 17, 2009, 06:48:06 PM »
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yes resurecting the dead! They still rock but I'm sold on the Avon Storms now. Stinko's stirred the tire world for M/C

Offline mi1lertm

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #117 on: January 17, 2009, 07:44:16 PM »
Got a podium for a winter tire, holding up nicely, still will replace with mic R2 when it warms up again.

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Offline RISINSON18

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #118 on: January 22, 2009, 08:04:31 PM »
I see that the walls of the 009 are really high! Anyone had any issues braking loose?? It is a definite turn down!!!! The 005 looks good but I want the long tread life. I guess beggars can't be choosers! so back to the question... braking loose??? any issues???

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Re: Opinions in Shinko Tires?
« Reply #119 on: January 22, 2009, 08:25:36 PM »
That is for sure! one won't fit all! For the $$ the 009 Raven will do it all well but it rocks for straight, long life (next to the Avon st) I thing you would like the 006 or the 005's! lasts longer than any sport tire and will corner with em to for half the cost.