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Posted: **Mon Sep 27, 2010 5:30 pm**

4jbaker wrote:I don’t really get a chance to ride sport, primarily ride touring back and forth to work 40+ miles round trip.
I ride in Ohio and I’m looking for a tire that will last a long time, 15000 plus?
I’ve read a couple forums and folks talk about the Michelin Pilot Road and ME 880 Marathon Touring. But these just last about 10000 depending on riding surface and riding style, assuming all other things equal.
Does anyone know of a touring tire that would work for 2002 RT?
No, I’m not willing to change bikes for tires sake. Just wanted to see if anyone else with a similar riding style has found a long range tire.

I like the Pilot Roads, & I like Conti Road Attacks (haven't tried Road Attack2 yet) but my current favourite is the Dunlop Roadsmart. Wears well, & good handling & grip.

Posted: **Thu Oct 07, 2010 10:15 pm**

ME880 do last a lot.
I don't agree you'd be trading grip for longevity.
I was able to scratch hard the cylinder head against the pavement.
Didn't look for it, it just happened that the curve was to tight and unexpected after a hill.
We were two up, loaded side bags and a center back bag.
Speed was like 50+ mph.
You can imagine how leaned we were.
Didn't touch the brakes at all. Otherwise it would have been worse.
The tire never gave up....
We didn't crash just because of it being so GOOOOOOD.
So..., I trust it.

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Long range touring tire that would work for 2002 RT?

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