Michelin Commander II

The Commander II that I have on the Harley are Radials. Maybe bias or radial depends on tire size. Have to check that out.
 

Sorry but soft sidewalls DO NOT improve handling! No way.
 
There are just a very few Commander II radials, not sure exactly what sizes are available. Almost all the sizes are B, or Bias.

Edit: MICHELIN COMMANDER II Tire | MICHELIN USA - I see a 200, a 240 and some other with an R for Radial.

And yes, a more flexible tire helps in several ways (ie, radials). The tire deforms more and gives a better contact patch, and because they're less stiff they also give a smoother ride and they remain cooler. Radials also have lower rolling resistance so slightly better mileage. There's a reason why almost all tires nowadays outside of cruiser bikes are radial.

Which is not to say the Commander II's are bad or that bias is bad. Just that radial is probably preferable.
 
Chip said:
Thanks for cleaning up my poor writing. Bad habit of writing thoughts without proof reading BEFORE hitting the send button.
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Sorry - did NOT mean to be a grammar Nazi!
 
Ok, thanks for the replies.

Just about to pull the trigger on the Michelins but one last question.....does the 65 profile on the rear, as opposed to the standard 70, feel any different?
 
Can't really tell any difference in ride,there may be slightly loss in fuel economy never paid that much attention.
 
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