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Date Posted: 4/10/05 13:59:58
Author: Conor
Subject: Re: What are the best tyres for a ZZR600 D1
In reply to: Kimey 's message, "What are the best tyres for a ZZR600 D1" on 14/01/05 20:13:17

>Just servicing my bike up for the new year and I want
>to get a set of new tyres. I have had the bike a year,
>having had a NC30 before. The NC30 was shod front and
>rear with Bridgestones and stuck to the road like the
>proverbial to a blanket. The ZZR came with a michelin
>front and bridgestone rear. Both have tread left and
>being an accountant I don't want to waste money, but
>the front feels a bit vague when tipping into corners.
>
>As I am looking for a set, and I am only a summer
>pleasure rider, what are the best tyres to fit? Any
>advice most appreciated.

I have Bridgstone BT010 fitted to my D1. I've found them to be great both in the wet and dry, and good for a couple of track days. As for the vague front end, have you changed the fork oil? I used a thicker oil than recomended, it made a huge improvement.

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  • Re: What are the best tyres for a ZZR600 D1 -- Charlie, 5/10/05 14:04:25



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