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solman · « **Reply #15 on:** June 14, 2007, 08:28:29 PM »

They are selling 208's here for $175 for a pair. I am not a big fan of Dunslap's but I have seen some good riding on 208's and they do wear out fast. I personally have been happy with my Z6's.

H2RICK · « **Reply #16 on:** June 17, 2007, 11:14:01 PM »

OK...it's a done deal. I mounted the D205 on my rear wheel last night after we closed the yard up. Now if it'll stop raining for a day or so and I can go for a ride to scuff the tire in somewhat, I'd be a lot happier. I don't want to be riding off to the PNW II ride this coming weekend on a totally brand new tire. A guy gould come to grief doing that kind of thing.....

More info/observations/opinion on this tire coming after next weekend's big meetup/ride with the US Bandit folks. Stay tuned.

stormi · « **Reply #17 on:** July 04, 2007, 04:43:25 PM »

Would you believe that this whole time, I've had a D204 sitting in my shed? I just noticed it the other day, and thought,.. Oh! I know someone interested in a similar tire! I haven't mounted it yet, but what do you think of the 205?

H2RICK · « **Reply #18 on:** July 08, 2007, 12:11:10 AM »

OK....First observations (very subjective, of course):
1) the 205 takes quite awhile to warm up. This doesn't bode well for rainy weather, since our rainy days are typically cool where I usually ride. Make note to self on this important point:
No fancy riding in the wet !!!
2) the first 200 km was quite rough, compared to the 218....maybe the belts were getting used to each other ?? Maybe I'd forgotten what the 218 was like originally ?? The 205 IS getting smoother though so that's good.
3) the grip of the 205 appears to be about the same as the 218 so at least the back is not trying to push the front through the corners.
4) chicken strips are about the same size on the 205 as they were on the 218 so that's good......I guess.

Strangely enough, the Dunlop Master Dealer Catalogue recommends the new Qualifier as the "preferred" replacement for the 218 with the 205 as "second choice".

More data to follow when my shoulder heals up allowing me to get back in the saddle and put more miles on the 205.

ZenMan · « **Reply #19 on:** July 08, 2007, 02:02:42 PM »

Well, at about 2400 miles on my new B1250, my rear D218 is on it's way out.

I've had no complaints on this tire, it's been sticky and predictable even with the flat spot now occuring in the middle. I've used the tread all the way out to the edge (no chicken-strips left) and once got them hot enought to melt some "string cheese" off the edge, (it was over 90 that day) but generally haven't gotten too crazy. Haven't touched a peg down yet.

The flat spot is from the sheer torque... I have NOT done a single burn-out or spun the rear at all, but the temptation to crank on the throttle in the higher gears on this bike is too much to resist... the g-force pull is way too addicting. You don't see a black stripe, but it's definitely leaving rubber on the road.

The front still has a thousand or two left on it. I use my front brake aggressively and often, but the tire is wearing smoothly and evenly. I'll probably change them both out at once anyway.

These OEM Dunlops were definitely not intended for longevity, but they handle nice and stick good. If the D205's or D208's are anything like them, they'll only be good for 3-4K or so, which drops them from my list.

Right now I'm looking hard at the new Michelin Pilot Road 2CT's as my next pair, or possibly the Continental Road Attacks. The new PR-2's come in a 190/55ZR-17 size, most 190's only come in a 50.

Like anyone else, I want the best of both worlds... sticky and long-lasting. But I'd rather sacrifice a little corner speed for a few extra K's of mileage at this point. I don't run with a pack of sportbikes, and my budget is a concern. I don't mind paying for the best, as long as I don't have to pay often.

H2RICK · « **Reply #20 on:** July 08, 2007, 05:44:48 PM »

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Right now I'm looking hard at the new Michelin Pilot Road 2CT's

Zenman: I had heard that Michelin had recalled a bunch of their Pilot series tires. I'm not sure whether it was the Pilot Powers or the Pilot Roads. Something for you to look into before buying anything with the Micehelin name on it....until they get it all sorted out.

Red01 · « **Reply #21 on:** July 08, 2007, 11:01:46 PM »

The recall is on Pilot Power & Power 2CT fronts in the 120/70ZR17 size.

Here's the press release

ZenMan · « **Reply #22 on:** July 08, 2007, 11:08:31 PM »

Quote from: "H2RICK"

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Right now I'm looking hard at the new Michelin Pilot Road 2CT's

Zenman: I had heard that Michelin had recalled a bunch of their Pilot series tires. I'm not sure whether it was the Pilot Powers or the Pilot Roads. Something for you to look into before buying anything with the Micehelin name on it....until they get it all sorted out.

Thanks for the heads up, Rick. But I think Red is right and the recall is for the Power2CT's and not the Road2CT's.

H2RICK · « **Reply #23 on:** July 09, 2007, 07:02:18 PM »

Thanks for sorting that out, Red. Now we ALL know exactly what's involved.

Rocketjock · « **Reply #24 on:** July 10, 2007, 07:58:42 PM »

My 06 came with 218s. Just had to replace the rear due to a nail (and premature wear) with a Michelin Pilot Road. Seems like a pretty good tire. Can't feel any difference in handling or anything. I'll replace the front with the same next spring.