What a difference new tires make

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  1. powderrecon

    powderrecon New Member

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    Just put on a set of Michelin Pilot Roads.

    Wow. What a difference a new set of tires makes. At first it felt like I was floating on air. So smooth. For some reason it gave me a little more confidence in the corners also.

    My Honda dealership told me to run 34 in the front and 37 in the rear. I thought it was 36 and 42? What gives? I want to get a ton of miles out of this set, thus correct tire pressure is key.
     
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    Would that be the new Road 2's if so they are a fantastic tyre.

    Still use 36 and 42 on my Road 2's, had tried the rear at 38 for a while but didn't like it so went back up to the book recommended 42.
     
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    Nothing like a new pair of shoes!

    I should know, having just replaced my brand new rear (300 miles on it) after a blow out this weekend on the 405 north in Smell-A (LA)! My tires are mismatched now....don't bother me none.
     
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    Dude I run 33psi on both front and rear, but then I run on Pirellis so...?? :biggrin: yea new tires other than the look out for the not so sticky first few miles are nice. :cool:
     
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