Guest Car54 Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Hey All, I have bought a used '03 VFR. The dealer I bought this from had put on a Qualifer D209 (120/70) so it would pass inspection. On the rear there is a Shinko Advance 005 (190/50) with about 60% of tread life left. I've been doing some research on these tires and from what I read; the front tire is a great tire and quite sticky and the rear is a little hard, and appeals to drag community. My question is, should I consider swapping the rear out for a D209, or should I stick it out? I will most likely make it through the season on that Shinko. Thanks in advance, Craig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer Alien VFR Posted May 5, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted May 5, 2007 With the prices of tires these days, I'd stick it out with the tire you have unless you find a reason to swap out sooner. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fuldogg Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 keep what you have until they wear out, then check out the tire preference survey to pick your next set. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Member Contributer BusyLittleShop Posted May 5, 2007 Member Contributer Share Posted May 5, 2007 Hey All,I have bought a used '03 VFR. The dealer I bought this from had put on a Qualifer D209 (120/70) so it would pass inspection. On the rear there is a Shinko Advance 005 (190/50) with about 60% of tread life left. I've been doing some research on these tires and from what I read; the front tire is a great tire and quite sticky and the rear is a little hard, and appeals to drag community. My question is, should I consider swapping the rear out for a D209, or should I stick it out? I will most likely make it through the season on that Shinko. Thanks in advance, Craig Shinko Stealth Semi Slick is a dimple design that's advertised for production drag racing, and serious sport riding... not the Advance 005... I'd test the tire before passing judgement... like take for a ride and see if the rear steps out when you feed the VFR the berries... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 5, 2007 Share Posted May 5, 2007 Hey All,I have bought a used '03 VFR. The dealer I bought this from had put on a Qualifer D209 (120/70) so it would pass inspection. On the rear there is a Shinko Advance 005 (190/50) with about 60% of tread life left. I've been doing some research on these tires and from what I read; the front tire is a great tire and quite sticky and the rear is a little hard, and appeals to drag community. My question is, should I consider swapping the rear out for a D209, or should I stick it out? I will most likely make it through the season on that Shinko. Thanks in advance, Craig The stock rear tyre size for a VFR is a 180/55 while the 190 may look good , it will screw up the handling since the tyre is made for a wider rim ( changes the profile ) , I would replace it sooner rather than later , the bike will be slower to turn in with the oversize tyre . The 209 is a Track Tyre so sill not last long anyhow , Buy a set of tyres to suit your riding style Sport Tour Bridgestone BT21's (new just out - dual compound hard in the middle soft on edges ) Michelin pilot Road2 ( new as above ) Pirelli Dialbo strada Sport Michelin Pilot powers Bridgestone BT14 or BT15 Pirelli Diablo Corsa Track D209 BT002 ????? Cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted May 7, 2007 Share Posted May 7, 2007 Thanks everyone for your advice(s). I am going to try to get a new Qualifier at the proper size for the rear. I'm finding prices of about $130. Any suggestions or recommendations on online tire stores? Should I just buy local so no one will hassle me when trying to get it mounted and balanced? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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