Scrambler What tyre??

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  1. Mick long

    Mick long New Member

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    #1 Mick long, Mar 27, 2017
    So, we love our Bonnie Scrambler, BUT.
    I have Avon Roadriders on (a matched set) and i was suprised by how high the pressures had to be, but went with it. However the rear is very squirmy and not confident especially over white lines and ruts.
    Any of you folks got these boots and experienced the same? Should i just lower the pressures? I had Avon Distanzia on our last bike and loved them. Is this a Bonnie trait?
    Another thought if I end up changing them. Anyone know the widest tyre I can fit to the rear with the chrome spoked rims?
    Ride safe
    Mickylong
     
  2. MattGaydon

    MattGaydon Noble Member

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    #2 MattGaydon, Mar 27, 2017
    Hi Micky,

    I've got Roadriders on my Scrambler and have to say I'm really pleased with them. I changed the suspension front and back before changing the tyres which made a difference but it got even better once the new tyres went on!!

    Are you on the standard suspension set up?
     
  3. MickEng

    MickEng Noble Member

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    #3 MickEng, Mar 28, 2017
    Mmm! You've got me thinking now!
    I have the OEM Metzelers on my Bonnie EFI (cast wheels) and they are ready for changing.
    I had decided on the Avon Roadriders after reading many good write ups.
    Avon advertise the tread design as good for not white lining ?
     
  4. thebiglad

    thebiglad Old fart, still riding !

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    #4 thebiglad, Mar 28, 2017
    I had two sets of Avon AM26 roadriders on my T100 over 24,000mls and they were perfect. Great grip wet or dry, lasted forever - what's not to like ??

    @ Mick Long - what pressures are you running? I had mine at front 33psi & rear 40 psi.
     
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  5. MickEng

    MickEng Noble Member

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    #5 MickEng, Mar 28, 2017
    Thanks bigLad, that'll do for me!
     
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    Mick long New Member

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    #6 Mick long, Mar 28, 2017
    Yes, suspension is standard, which i think is quite 'bangy'. Do you think a rear shock change would improve the trye grip then?
     
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    Mick long New Member

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    #7 Mick long, Mar 28, 2017
    Yep, pretty much the same ,but tyre still squirmy
     
  8. crispey

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    #8 crispey, Mar 28, 2017
    Once the front metz gets worn or pressure drops it does get very 'squirmy'
    I put roadriders on my thrux and once they were scrubbed in theyre great
     
  9. TheHungryBadger

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    #9 TheHungryBadger, Apr 26, 2017
    So was the general consensus to go with the Avon AM26 Roadriders? I need to get a set of tyres for mine, as they're getting more like slicks and wondering what the best set of tyres to go for is?
     
  10. MickEng

    MickEng Noble Member

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    #10 MickEng, Apr 26, 2017
    I have purchased a set of AM26 but haven't fitted them yet, another 0.6mm of tread to scrub off yet.
    Early next month I reckon for fitting, I will keep you updated.
     
  11. MattGaydon

    MattGaydon Noble Member

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    #11 MattGaydon, Apr 26, 2017
    I've got them on my Scrambler and think they're great. Really improved the feel of the handling...much more confident through corners!
     
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    MickEng Noble Member

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    #12 MickEng, Apr 26, 2017
    What did you have on prior to the Avons Matt ?
    OEM Metzelers on mine at the moment.
     
  13. MattGaydon

    MattGaydon Noble Member

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    #13 MattGaydon, Apr 26, 2017
    Sorry I can't remember...it was whatever was on the bike when I bought so didn't pay much attention.
     
  14. TheHungryBadger

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    #14 TheHungryBadger, Apr 26, 2017
    I'm pretty sure mine still has the originals that it came out the factory with, which are Bridgestone Trail Wings, If thats any help?
     
  15. MattGaydon

    MattGaydon Noble Member

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    #15 MattGaydon, Apr 26, 2017
    I changed them over a year ago so can't remember! Sorry can't be more help!

    Would still recommend the roadriders!!
     
  16. Retro

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    #16 Retro, May 15, 2017
    Binned the frightening OEM Bridgestone Trail Wings at 500 miles. Replaced with Conti Trail Attack 2s. The tread pattern is more road biased than the name implies. Getting 13K front, 8K rear and they is cheap:)
     
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