Shadow125

Looks a stunning view there, I guess you are enjoying getting to know the new steed?

 

She is far more capable than I am, I suspect that will be the case for the for seeable future. But thankfully she is being gentle with me

 

Don't worry all bikes irrespective of size all plot the next way of killing its rider on the next outing

There’s me thinking we’re working on getting along

Looks a stunning view there, I guess you are enjoying getting to know the new steed?

She is far more capable than I am, I suspect that will be the case for the for seeable future. But thankfully she is being gentle with me

I went out last night for a ‘wee’ spin, ended up heading into the hills.

Kirkintilloch, lennoxtown, take the Crow road to Fintry, out the back of Fintry back to Lennoxtown.

Seen quite a few bikers, exchanged a few nods. Any one on here?

I’ve always known are loved this road, climbed all the surrounding hills and been in awe at guys and gals enjoying the curves and breathtaking views.

Anyone that has done it will know the moment you take a left bend and the view to the mountains towards Loch Lomond open up.

Honestly can not believe it’s actually me, given I am not a life long biker, I took the notion to sit my test and stuck with it.

I highly recommend it to anyone, there is no better way to bond with my new bike

I learned and sat my tests on an MT07 and loved it. Ended up buying a cbr600f after passing.

My CBR is older but an amazing machine, having to keep the revs high to be in the power band was very different from what I was used to

 

As you passed on it and loved it, why didn't you stick with it?

Not a huge fan of the looks or naked bike, riding wise it was great.

My CBR ticks more boxes for me, and the sound of it makes when opened up 9-10k revs more than makes up for the lower noise on the MT07. Much prefer the aesthetics of the CBR

Taking those off and replacing with the 5s completely transformed the bike

I learned and sat my tests on an MT07 and loved it. Ended up buying a cbr600f after passing.

My CBR is older but an amazing machine, having to keep the revs high to be in the power band was very different from what I was used to

They would look better on mine! Sadly they don't do a set in the GT version! Yet

 

I’m waiting for a dry day to take the bike in to get them changed. Do not fancy riding home in the wet with shiny new tyres

 

Never had an issue with Michelin but Pirelli are awful when new

I have had the bike less than a week so my riding is less than adventurous, that should keep me safe

Over the last4 years or so I've had the PR3's 4's and currently running the 5's, They have improved with each generation but all were excellent tyres,

I'm almost 7k into the 5's now and having had them all over the IOM, Ireland and France I'm well impressed with them, they are frankly quite superb tyres, I will be going to Belgium in July and will change them before I go as they are very slightly starting to square off but I will definitely be getting another set, can't recommend them enough.

That sounds like an excellent life span, mine won’t be betting thrashed or tracked.

This is the first time I’ve went for higher end tyres and I am excited

They are so pretty!

 

They would look sooo much better on my bike.......shadow I don't think they will fit your bike

 

They would look better on mine! Sadly they don't do a set in the GT version! Yet

I’m waiting for a dry day to take the bike in to get them changed. Do not fancy riding home in the wet with shiny new tyres

They are so pretty!

When we got our first bike a Kawasaki Eliminator I registered it in my name, insured and taxed it. All is well

My wife then passes her CBT, gets insured and rides it as was always the plan as it’s actually her bike.

I pass full licence and get a big bike, update my policy and remover the Kawasaki.

My question, the bike is in my name and taxed by me but not insured. The mrs has the only policy on it but not the tax.

My understanding is, It does not matter who owns the bike but I am unsure about the tax situation. The registered keeper could be changed but I don’t think is necessary, but does it matter who taxed it?

One of the best upgrades you can make to any motorcycle tyre is to have them fitted by someone who knows what they are doing.

Assuming you're not fully equipped and have the experience to DIY.

I have ordered them online but going to drop them off at the garage then take the bike up and leave it with them.

Not something I want to try, the refitting the wheel and chain I really do not fancy tackling

5s are ordered, I will post updates when they are on.

Thank you for the input

After watching a Revzilla review and reading various websites. The 5s get glowing reviews and as I have no prior experience it comes down to best educated guess and take the leap I feel

Black circles has a 10% offer today.

See photo attached, that is for 5s front and back.

Allow £50 fitting and that works out just £10 more than 4s fitted

No it doesn't.

Ive had PR3 and 4 tyres and would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone as quite possibly the very best tyres you can buy for year round riding. And especially where some motorway riding is concerned. Sure footed in the dry and more importantly in the wet. Each and every generation has been a marked improvement on the previous. Only go for the 2 if you cannot justify (or find) 3's 4's or 5's.

 

They appear to get great reviews all over, I was recommended them in two separate garages.

I was just looking at the road 5s, possibly could be the answer?

 

They are all good.. even the 2's. But.. bear in mind they are at least 6-7yrs old now and there is a reason they were replaced. There was room for improvement and so, year by year they have been.

The difference between 2 and 3 was small.. just an improvement in wet grip. The big change came with the 4. improved grip and lifespan. and a much 'sportier' profile. Though as with most 'so called' sport touring tyres they are definitely aimed at riders who spend more time riding to the twisties than in the twisties. in other words they're aimed at real world riders in the UK climate who spend most of their time on the bike doing the normal commute and general riding and possibly a much longer ride/trip abroad once a year. I cannot comment on the new 5's. but as they are the latest.. if you can justify the cost to yourself then go for them.

I am new to big bikes and only bought the CBR600 last week so I will not be carving any twisty roads up.

I would like to get the best all rounder I can, especially in the wet as the rain is never far away in Scotland.

The 5s get great reviews online without only around £25 difference from the 4s

The plot thickens!!

Maybe go with the 2s as I have heard nothing but good things

 

No it doesn't.

Ive had PR3 and 4 tyres and would have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone as quite possibly the very best tyres you can buy for year round riding. And especially where some motorway riding is concerned. Sure footed in the dry and more importantly in the wet. Each and every generation has been a marked improvement on the previous. Only go for the 2 if you cannot justify (or find) 3's 4's or 5's.

They appear to get great reviews all over, I was recommended them in two separate garages.

I was just looking at the road 5s, possibly could be the answer?

The plot thickens!!

Maybe go with the 2s as I have heard nothing but good things

Any advise for riding when they are fresh on?

I have heard horror stories and we’re expecting rain

Changing away from Hondas recommended Dunlop should pose no issue?

Been quoted around £270 for back and front fitted for 4s

New tyre time for the CBR

It came with Dunlop’s on it, I have been recommended Michelin pilot 2’s and 4’s with the 4’s been highly recommended.

There is a slight price difference but not enough to put me off.

I am looking for an all rounder and especially something good in the wet as I live in Scotland

Should I stick with Dunlop or move to the Michelin’s?

His and hers

Very nice not the colour I'd pick but looking at it it grows on you so yea it's a nice colour

Best things come to whom wait and not buy the 1st thing you see

It is much nicer in person the shimmer in the yellow is beautiful, I will take better pictures in time.

I am glad I waited and shopped around, and I was growing tired of garages. It all worked out perfect

now you can take Bumble for a bimble

I’ve had a few twists on the throttle and I am definitely sticking to riding like a granny until o get well used to it

Apparently "Sting" is taken.

I don’t fancy getting a cease and desist in the mail after naming my bike