Damn! That is BAD news. Avon have long been my favoured tyre - particularly for my British bikes - and, as a West Country company, very important for the regional economy. Guess I should start stockpiling now - with my annual mileages (and age!) a few pairs of appropriate sizes will probably see me out!
Guess I should hang my head in shame, I did use Avons in my earlier biking years but Metzeler have been my tyre of choice in recent years. Sorry Avon.
Used to put Avon road runners on my RD 350 in the 90's. Thought they were good sticky tyres. Never good to see a factory close.
Man I'm hoping they are still going to be making the spirit tires. I had hopes of getting a set for my bonneville. Kinda explains why I can't find them in the size need anywhere.
