need new tires?

[mrpetebojangles]

Hey all, just under 6000 miles on my still original tires. I just now noticed today, that on my rear tire metal has become exposed. Also on my front tire there is some wear. This is my first motorcycle and first set of tires, do they need to be replaced? Thanks

[Raux]

 

nice

[stopintime]

While you're on your knees, the rear tire show signs of too little rebound - maybe add a couple of clicks and have the preload checked for your weight as well   Front tire pressure been off for a while?

[mrpetebojangles]

The weather has been fluctuating quite a bit recently, so I'm sure that might effect the pressure? Anyways, does it look like it's time to get a new set of tires? Is the preload something the dealership might be able to assist with?

[Raux]

Wait. you're serious about the queation?
Uh yes u need tires. now
don't ride on those

[jaxduc]

I'm pretty sure the tires are supposed to look like that. 

[Barney]

I'm pretty sure the tires are supposed to look like that. 

he's lying.     get a new set of shoes for the ol' gal.  right quick too! 

also, i may be mistaken, but i'm pretty sure the preload on the tires is set by the manufacturer... not something you or the dealer can change 

[memper]

Those are called turkey strips

[Curmudgeon]

Hey all, just under 6000 miles on my still original tires. I just now noticed today, that on my rear tire metal has become exposed. Also on my front tire there is some wear. This is my first motorcycle and first set of tires, do they need to be replaced? Thanks

Surely you jest!  You ever put air in those things?

No more riding until you put fresh meat on those rims!

[sofadriver]

While you're on your knees, the rear tire show signs of too little rebound

[jaxduc]

with the wire mesh exposed like that you have better traction with the pavement. you know cause the rubber is just for looks.

[jaxduc]

While you're on your knees....

[stopintime]

The raised rubber lip behind the grooves is a sign of too little rebound damping.

[militar3rd]

Still ridable for another 2,000 miles, or you crash. Whichever comes first.

[sofadriver]

The raised rubber lip behind the grooves is a sign of too little rebound damping.

thank you.
i learn something new every day.