2004 XB12R - Whats it worth?

[c818919]

The best I've found so far is a Dunlap d607....but I want to try a Pirelli angel next....

 

[jstfkndi]

I really love the Michelin dual compound series (Pilot Powers...IIRC). Had a Pirelli Diablo that I got 4500 miles out of but $$$! As far as going to a 200, I would stay at the 180. I really don't think there is much advantage in doing such a thing besides looks.

 

[SlickRidin]

+1 on the pilot pro 2ct by Michelin. Two track days and 4k and still looks good.

 

[07Bolt]

What tires do most go with? I also see several going with the 200 rear tire, rather than the stock 180. Any real benefit in doing this, other than looks? Is there a tire place online like tire rack, that specializes in bike tires?

if u go with a 200mm tire it has to be "200/50 17" so it doesnt rub the swingarm on the xb9r.

200/50 R17=100 (clearance)
190/55 R17=104.5 (not enough clearance)
180/55 R17=99 (clearance)

for the harleys, if u rock a 200mm on an xr1200 u have to change out a pulley/sprocket

 

[Pegasus]

Pilot Road 3s, 180 in the rear here. No real benefit going to 200. I like the PR3s, but I got them because it rains sporadically in Florida, and they're supposed to be really good in the rain. I love them so far, 500 miles or so on both new front and rear, and the tread looks wicked![cool]