So it appears that a puncture to my rear tire on my 696 has led me to investigate a new set of tires. My dealer has a set of Pilot Roads that they can throw on for just over $400 installed and have me back on the seat by the weekend. It's either that or wait a bit for them to order just a rear or a new set of an alternative tire. I've heard that the Michelins are pretty decent. There is about 5,000 miles on the front so I wouldn't be upset if I had to go for the whole set over just the rear. Any advice?
Personally I think $400 is a little high but then again it is a dealer so you can expect to pay more.
If you need the tire/s right now then I guess you don't have a choice. If you can wait, I would. I only checked one website but I found Pilot Roads for $260 shipped.
And there are many more tires that are cheaper if you don't mind waiting for delivery.
Just my $.02
why dont you just plug the tire and keep using it?
$400 is a little high considering you can buy a PP set for about $250ish. $150 for install is very steep.
Are there and issues with a plugged rear? The cause of the flat was a large screw imbedded in the tire near the edge. They didn't even give me the option of a plug.
Is there any chance of negotiating with them? My bike is already there, so that might limit my options. Thanks for the feedback guys.
Quote from: mi_scusi on April 27, 2011, 11:56:30 AM
Are there and issues with a plugged rear? The cause of the flat was a large screw imbedded in the tire near the edge. They didn't even give me the option of a plug.
Is there any chance of negotiating with them? My bike is already there, so that might limit my options. Thanks for the feedback guys.
Near the edge? Forget plugging it.