I will need a new rear tire very soon. Has anyone got any experience and opinions with Continental ContiMotion tires. Good bad or indifferent?
i can get a 180/55 - 17 for $87 delivered and I am chomping at the bit but dont want to throw my money away.
Also what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
Tom
I have a pair of ContiMotions on the FJ. I don't have more than about 500 miles on them, I can't claim to have pushed them real hard in the twisties, I'm still getting back my confidence in my skills (such as they are) after my lowside in July. I do know a pretty good rider on a FZ1 that has run track days on ContiMotions, he said they were more than capable on the track for an intermediate to advanced pace.
Joe
Thanks Country Joe
I appreciate the response.
If you search the posts for Conti Motions you will find some positive posts.... I thought I could ride the tires to the edge till I rode with Craig in San Diego. He rides off the edge of the Conti Motions before getting a new set. For the price of one set and performance... it is the shizall... Till I find a better set for the price, I am on the Motions....
Tire life is largely dependent on riding style and throttle usage. Mark FJ Monkey loves his motions. I think they are one of the best bangs for your buck. That being said, they will go quick if you rode as hard as you can on them all the time. This is my rear after 4000 miles of riding to my full ability level. (Raging through the angelest crest and rock store every weekend for a couple months over the summer)
(http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v127/skymasteres/Motorcycles/FJ1200%20Mantinance/Tire%20Changing/13992399658051_zps517ec87a.jpg)
Mark usually gets 6k+ out of them with his smooth is fast riding style. (something I'm working on emulating)
Lol. Too slow.
I Like my Conti motions on my FJ :good2: they are a good value. My ZX1000 came with bridgestone battleaxe tires and they are not wearing as well as the contis and not as sticky either. Ive lost traction a couple times lately and they only have 3000miles on them...they are greasy IMHO. Ill be putting Contis on my ZX as well.
On my XR650 I picked up some Warp9 17" Supermoto wheels with 310mm rotors, came with Michelins....that thing is fun.
Scott
Quote from: wildfire on November 25, 2014, 05:34:45 PM
Also what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
Tom
I am on my second set of Conti-Motions. I have not been able to find any fault with them. I totally agree with the previous posters..... They are the best bang for your buck.
The 2nd part of your question. Labor rates vary across the country. Where I am, with the wheel taken in, mount and balance will run $40.00-$50.00
fred
Do you have a bike shop in your area? You should try to order the tires through them to get the best deal on mount & balance. I've heard of some shops refusing to mount any take in tires. I've heard several positive reports on the Continentals. The only negative that I've heard, is that they are very heavy for their size. Maybe not such a big deal on an FJ, but a deal breaker on smaller bikes.
I am still a firm believer in the Avon Roadrider tires. That is what I have been putting on my bikes & plan to install a pair on my FJ this summer.
If you do mail order your tires. Check the pricing on Amazon.com. I bought 2 Avon Roadriders for a bit less than $200 with free delivery.
Quote from: wildfire on November 25, 2014, 05:34:45 PM
what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
Tom
Easier to reply if we knew where you were located :scratch_one-s_head:
John.
Quote from: Tiger on November 26, 2014, 03:57:57 PM
Quote from: wildfire on November 25, 2014, 05:34:45 PM
what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
Tom
Easier to reply if we knew where you were located :scratch_one-s_head:
John.
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
Quote from: wildfire on November 26, 2014, 05:18:19 PM
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
If you are near SoCal then you can ship the tires to my house, show up, and get them mounted and balanced for the cost of a few beers and good conversation. That is how I roll, DIY kind of guy...
Yeah, what the Monkey said...I have a tire changer and balancer at the house, but I get paid in wine. :biggrin:
Thanks FJ and Capt. Kind offers indeed.
Your in Illinois right Wildfire? Did u get the tyres...theres an excellent shop called "Morries Place"in Ringwood Ill.The owners name is Ed Zender awesome guy and ace mechanic...the shop is mostly British bikes but he caters to all makes and its just a neat shop to visit especially if you like old Brits. Peter Egan from Cycle World is a frequent customer, so you know its cool! Tell Ed Charley (from The T.S. Webb Group) says Hi if you go there. B.T.W, how'd your deer hunt go? Cheers! Charley.
Quote from: charleygofast on November 27, 2014, 09:55:50 AM
Your in Illinois right Wildfire? Did u get the tyres...theres an excellent shop called "Morries Place"in Ringwood Ill.The owners name is Ed Zender awesome guy and ace mechanic...the shop is mostly British bikes but he caters to all makes and its just a neat shop to visit especially if you like old Brits. Peter Egan from Cycle World is a frequent customer, so you know its cool! Tell Ed Charley (from The T.S. Webb Group) says Hi if you go there. B.T.W, how'd your deer hunt go? Cheers! Charley.
Hi Charley .Yes I got the tires online . I just might try Morries. If nothing else I can drool at some classic bikes. Deer hunting went Ok. I got one OK sized buck and donated the meat to charity. My friend is one luck b****rd. He always gets a big one.
Quote from: Capn Ron on November 27, 2014, 05:14:37 AM
Yeah, what the Monkey said...I have a tire changer and balancer at the house, but I get paid in wine. :biggrin:
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 26, 2014, 08:53:26 PM
Quote from: wildfire on November 26, 2014, 05:18:19 PM
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
If you are near SoCal then you can ship the tires to my house, show up, and get them mounted and balanced for the cost of a few beers and good conversation. That is how I roll, DIY kind of guy...
THIS is why I asked for your location...nothing sinister!!! What is your problem buddy?? Is it your intention to rub most people on this forum, who offer you help/advice, the wrong way!!
I would have done them for you, just like these guys, if you where with in my area...but not now given your attitude.
John.
Quote from: Tiger on November 27, 2014, 08:22:54 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on November 27, 2014, 05:14:37 AM
Yeah, what the Monkey said...I have a tire changer and balancer at the house, but I get paid in wine. :biggrin:
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 26, 2014, 08:53:26 PM
Quote from: wildfire on November 26, 2014, 05:18:19 PM
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
If you are near SoCal then you can ship the tires to my house, show up, and get them mounted and balanced for the cost of a few beers and good conversation. That is how I roll, DIY kind of guy...
THIS is why I asked for your location...nothing sinister!!! I would do them for you, just like these guys, if you where with in my area...
John.
Because that's how we roll around here..... :hi: ( Pun intended)
Quote from: Tiger on November 27, 2014, 08:22:54 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on November 27, 2014, 05:14:37 AM
Yeah, what the Monkey said...I have a tire changer and balancer at the house, but I get paid in wine. :biggrin:
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 26, 2014, 08:53:26 PM
Quote from: wildfire on November 26, 2014, 05:18:19 PM
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
If you are near SoCal then you can ship the tires to my house, show up, and get them mounted and balanced for the cost of a few beers and good conversation. That is how I roll, DIY kind of guy...
THIS is why I asked for your location...nothing sinister!!! What is your problem buddy?? Is it your intention to rub most people on this forum, who offer you help/advice, the wrong way!!
I would have done them for you, just like these guys, if you where with in my area...but not now given your attitude.
John.
John first let me clarify a few things as I feel things things are getting lost in translation
I am the type of person that is never rude or insulting to anyone unless someone else instigates it.
So how did it all happen?
I ask "what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
You respond with "Easier to reply if we knew where you were located scratch_one-s_head"
So that was an offer to help me install the new tire as you are now suggesting? I didnt get that so lost in translation
I assumed because as this is a US based website and I gave the price of the tires in $ that it would transfer that I am in the US unless stated otherwise and all I was trying to get was a general cost of tire installation and not an exact figure.
Well my understanding of putting a rolling eyes symbol in a comment as you did is not a symbol of trying to be helpful but used by some to basically say stupid question/comment. Others responded and offered advice and help without requiring location which again shows the good moral character of people on here.
Also who is "'the most people on here" that I am trying to rub the wrong way that you refer to?. If you read my posts I have stated numerous occasions how grateful I am to those that have offered help and advice and only on one occasion (if I remember correctly) have I been snarky with someone again in response to their comment.
I am too old to be worrying if I unintentionally annoy someone by the lack of or indeed content in a posting. We are all grownups here so lets forget about it OK?
Tom
Wow - the estrogen level has been kind of high around here lately...I think everyone needs to review the random knockers thread and put a smile back on their face!
Some shops have a "sliding scale" for jobs, depending on certain economic factors (yours).
Example:
Customer: Greetings, kind shopkeeper. How much to mount tires on these wheels I'm bringing in?
Kind(?) Shopkeeper: That depends. How much have you got?
Steve
Quote from: wildfire on November 28, 2014, 09:07:03 AM
Quote from: Tiger on November 27, 2014, 08:22:54 PM
Quote from: Capn Ron on November 27, 2014, 05:14:37 AM
Yeah, what the Monkey said...I have a tire changer and balancer at the house, but I get paid in wine. :biggrin:
Quote from: FJmonkey on November 26, 2014, 08:53:26 PM
Quote from: wildfire on November 26, 2014, 05:18:19 PM
Do you have a data sheet on installation costs of tires depending on location in the world? :scratch_one-s_head:
if so please do share it so noone will ever ask the same question
If you are near SoCal then you can ship the tires to my house, show up, and get them mounted and balanced for the cost of a few beers and good conversation. That is how I roll, DIY kind of guy...
THIS is why I asked for your location...nothing sinister!!! What is your problem buddy?? Is it your intention to rub most people on this forum, who offer you help/advice, the wrong way!!
I would have done them for you, just like these guys, if you where with in my area...but not now given your attitude.
John.
John first let me clarify a few things as I feel things things are getting lost in translation
I am the type of person that is never rude or insulting to anyone unless someone else instigates it.
So how did it all happen?
I ask "what would you consider a fair price to have the new tire put on at a bike shop assuming I bring the wheel and new tire in.
You respond with "Easier to reply if we knew where you were located scratch_one-s_head"
So that was an offer to help me install the new tire as you are now suggesting? YES, if you are in my area I didnt get that so lost in translation
I assumed because as this is a US based website and I gave the price of the tires in $ that it would transfer that I am in the US unless stated otherwise and all I was trying to get was a general cost of tire installation and not an exact figure. One should NEVER assume!!! Here in CANADA we use dollars and the dollar ($) symbol. Knowing were you are located, would help the FJ community to get you a figure from a 'local' member to you, or, maybe help installing them for you.
Well my understanding of putting a rolling eyes symbol in a comment as you did ?? is not a symbol of trying to be helpful but used by some to basically say stupid question no such thing as a stupid question /comment. Others responded and offered advice and help without requiring location which again shows the good moral character of people on here. ?? So, are you suggesting that by asking where one is located, it shows a lack of moral character??!!
Also who is "'the most people on here" that I am trying to rub the wrong way that you refer to?. Really, look back on some of your posts, advice given and your responses If you read my posts I have stated numerous occasions how grateful I am to those that have offered help and advice and only on one occasion (if I remember correctly) have I been snarky with someone again in response to their comment.
I am too old to be worrying if I unintentionally annoy someone by the lack of or indeed content in a posting. We are all grownups here so lets forget about it OK?
Tom
To end this, I will agree to let it slide, however, I won't respond to your posts in the future, so as we don't make the same mistakes twice...Have a great day.
John.
Hmm maybe I should have responded in big red writing. That would it all more clear and correct. Anyways like you I too will let it slide so end of story. Enjoy riding.
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Quote from: ~JM~ on November 29, 2014, 07:54:58 AM
Eye-yi-yi-yi...
Can't we all just get along? :rofl2:
Here... Stare at this for a while....
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