Voyager Tires

[bearclaw]

Anybody have any suggestions for tire replacement on the 2012 Voyager. The OEM Bridgestones just don't last. Just looking for other brand ideas that would get some better mileage.
Thanks

[1700Guy]

What I run and have been recomending is go with the Excedra Max on the front and Dunlop E3 160 80 B 16 on the back they are a good match.

[NSASarge]

I'm running Michelin Commander II's. 6k and they still look new.



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[bearclaw]

For the Michelin Commander II's, I can find the size for the front, but not the rear. What size do you recommend for the rear tire?

[NSASarge]

I'm running the 180-65-16. It's the closest fit. The difference is minimal and my speedo seems right on the money. Check out the web site and watch the videos on this page ...


http://www.michelinmotorcycle.com/index ... =commander

I'm keeping a log of this tire set as the dealer said I was the first in the area to buy them. They want a report from me. Hope this helps.

[David (N. Alabama)]

Some people have had issues with front tires other than the Excedra or Excedra max. They have reported a wobble and bad tire wear. Others have had no issues. I didn't like the way the E3 wore on the front so I went to the Excedra Max and will continue to use it on the front.

On the rear I am on my second E3 in 160/80B16, and have gotten 16,000 out of the first and will probably get the same out of the current. I found it challenging to get the E3 in that size to jump up on the bead. (had to use an air cannon the last time). I now have a Commander II in the 180/65B16 waiting on the shelf so I will give it a try next.

If you are not sensitive to changes in tires (I notice even a change in tread pattern) you also have the option of going to radials or a Car Tire on the rear, but you have to be willing to get used to the change in handling.

Good luck.

[bearclaw]

Thanks for the info guys. I found a place that is selling the front and rear Commander II as a set. I think I'm going to give them a try.

[voyager rider 1700]

Metzler 880's

[voyager rider 1700]

Thanks for the info guys. I found a place that is selling the front and rear Commander II as a set. I think I'm going to give them a try.

Bruce, where did you find the set?

[Wylee]

I have been running E3s. I got 20,000 miles on the last set.

[David (N. Alabama)]

I have been running E3s. I got 20,000 miles on the last set.

20000 miles on the Voyager 1700? If so, you probably have the record.

[Wylee]

That was on a 1200. I couldn’t believe it myself until I checked the mileage. I started to feel the difference in the rain and handling. With the replacements I can feel the grip on the road. I’m sticking with E3.

Wylee