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Adam reviews new Dunlop RoadSmart II 2011
You’ll be forgiven for thinking “oh no, not another new tyre…” but in fairness to Dunlop, the current tyre has been around for 4 years so it could be argued that it was ripe for replacement. And I’m pleased to say Dunlop have kept things simple and named the “newbie” RoadSmart II. Read More
Visordown on Michelin PILOT ROAD 3
I’ve been running the new Michelin Pilot Road 3s on my 2011 ZX-10R for 1800 miles. In that time I’ve lost count of the number of people who’ve asked me why I’m running wets on my bike. I can’t blame them for thinking that, because Michelin’s new Pilot Road 3s have a very weird-looking tread pattern and don’t look like any other road tyres on the market.....Read More
Bridgestone BT-023 Sports Touring tyres by Chris Moss
As all manufacturers do, Bridgestone is making a multitude of claims for its new sports-touring tyre, the BT-023.
Amongst the promises for the rubber, which replaces the firm’s BT-021, are improved grip and wear, extra stability, and even better mpg and reduced noise. Bolder still is the assurance that the BT-023 is the most advanced sports touring tyre yet, offering sports tyre levels of performance without sacrificing durability....Read More
Michelin Pilot GT's, designed specifically for the Honda Gold Wing GL1500
We are the proud owners of a 1993 Honda GL1500, which we have had for 6
years now and usually travel about 6 to 8,000 miles a year (summer season
only). Until this year we have changed the tyres during every winter service...Read More
MC29 Sporty3+ review by Motorcycle Journalist and TV Presenter, Chris Moss
Tyres tested: 130/60P13 and 140/60P13 SAVA MC29 Sporty3+
I have to admit to having some concern about this test. Virtually every scooter I've ridden in the past has had a twitchy, nervous, and edgy feel to it when it gets near its limits - especially the smaller ones...Read More
Bridgestone BT-016 Tyre Test By Chris Moss
Tyres tested: BRIDGESTONE BT-016
Time is the enemy of everything but antiques and wine. When it comes to motorcycle tyres, ageing is definitely an enemy. As the years roll by, the standard of a tyre’s performance effectively begins to drop off...Read More
Battlax BT016 Launch at Jerez by Adam Rous
Bikes Tested: Yamaha YZF-R6,
Suzuki GSXR-750,
Triumph 675,
KTM RC8 1190,
Ducati 848
I chose a YZF R6 for the first ride of the day, after the initial briefing, and the first couple of laps were spent getting a feel for the bike and tyres....Read More
