I am having a tough time finding a matched set of tire for my 83, Presently it has a bridgstone front 120/80/16 and a kendra rear 130/90/18.
Stock size according to the fish shows the rear as 130/80/18.
Any feedback on sizes I can use? or what maker still makes these...
Lee
You should still be able to find tires. For example, the GT501's come in the correct size. I've found the Dunlops to be the best for the early VF's, but keep in mind that pretty much everything you get will be bias-ply and therefore poor performing as compared to modern radial tires.
Good luck!
Does Bridgestone still make the BT45?
They fit my VF500. It's been sitting for years so I don't know if those tires are still available. Pretty good stick and relatively long lasting.
[image: View Post]JamieDaugherty, on 22 January 2011 - 12:04 PM, said:
You should still be able to find tires. For example, the GT501's come in the correct size. I've found the Dunlops to be the best for the early VF's, but keep in mind that pretty much everything you get will be bias-ply and therefore poor performing as compared to modern radial tires.
Good luck!
Metzeler Lasertec. Better wet grip & slightly better handling than the GT501. Not sure if the Pirelli Sport Demon is still available, but I remember liking those as well, although they didn't last as long as the Metzelers.
I have about a thousand miles on my Dunlop GT501s in an 86 700 and so far they have done well.
But I don't ride too hard, only 15-20 mph above limit in turns
Good luck!
thanks, I found Dennis Kirk carries both..
I did not have them on my list earlier.
Lee