These tires of mine... :(

Junior

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When I got the bike a year ago, I got new tires right off the bat. Tread looked fine but the bike was basically in storage for a long time (it had to be... 12 years old and 6,000 miles) and I did not trust the rubber. So new to Triumph ownership, I took the Rocket to the local dealer's shop and said I want new tires. Not knowing anything, I went with the parts guy's default, which was Metzeler 880s. But I have to say... they are sketchy as as all get out on wet pavement.

I would like to hear anybody's feedback on this...am I going to be happier with the Avon Cobras? In a couple thousand miles I'll be due for some new tires.
 
@Kevin frazier This guy knows tires and can help. A lot of it depends on what you want to do with them. Hooning? Highway? Combo?

Edited to add, My ‘22 Gt has been through a couple sets of Cobra’s and they have been really solid but I chew them up pretty quick. Right now I have a Metz Cruisetec on the rear and a Cobra up front and I am pretty impressed so far with the Metzler. They don’t give up much, if anything, to the Avon, in terms of handling and comfort. Time will tell as far as longevity.
 
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I don't care about longevity. I'll trade some money to feel safe when it rains. Hooning is not bad at all on the Metzelers. But I can't imagine the Cobras would be inferior to them in that respect.

I just want a little more stickiness in the back wheel when it rains.
 
Both the Cobra and the Cruisetecs have been fine in the rain, no squirrleyness whatsoever. Sorry, those are my only samples to base an opinion on.
 
Cobras have given me tempered confidence other tires haven't. So I run them not only my R3T, but V-Rod as well. I know I've given up longevity for road adherence in adverse weather. (YMMV)
-MIG
 
Bridgestone Exedra Max 240/55R-16 deal for $195.88 each with rebate before tax

I have replaced my foot peg scrapers for the 2nd time now on this tire, i ride HARD, usually scraping the side of my boot in most corners, ride in the rain, winter cold, and summer and on gravel, this tire NEVER ONCE had any issues in any conditions. I suspect if you need to be on a track you need a track tire.
For the price, this is the best you get. I got almost 9K on the rear
 
That's a pretty solid endorsement right there... I'll have to seriously take that one under consideration.
 
Junior said:
That's a pretty solid endorsement right there... I'll have to seriously take that one under consideration.
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Another thing to understand is most motorcycle tires are all great. Few left on the market that actually are bad. For every day riding to a casual track day. Don't sweat it. Just buy the best deal on a tire, not like you have many options. They are all good but for 2 tires for under $200 a pop... Supper good deal.
 
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