[runey]

Hi, wondered if anyone knew if it was possible to fit a Metzler M3 tires to our bikes?

 

[Benji]

If you don't mind fitting the R125 cup sizes of 110/70 on the front and 150/60 on the rear, then yes you could theoretically fit them. You might need to space the rear sprocket to get the chain to clear the edge of the tyre. You might also want to check your insurer will cover you for a non-standard size fitment of tyre.

 

[runey]

Ok, thanks
I'm tempted to try it, but also think of buying the Pirelli sport demon

 

[Benji]

Pirelli Sport Demon, are one of the recommended fitment for the R125, and are a highly rated tyre. Pirelli are very good at making sporty road tyres. Interestingly, Pirelli and Metzeler are the same company.

 

[Fisher]

Ok, thanks
I'm tempted to try it, but also think of buying the Pirelli sport demon

I personally would go for the sport demon.
Wouldn't the extra rubber quite seriously alter the performance?

Would it be an advantage / disadvantage?
You say the R125 track bikes use that setup?

 

[runey]

hmm...
I thought of the metzlers because my cousins husband speaks so highly of them, and he's a yamaha mechanic.

 

[Fisher]

hmm...
I thought of the metzlers because my cousins husband speaks so highly of them, and he's a yamaha mechanic.

I don't doubt how good they are...
I just know that MANY people highly rate the Pirellis, and they come in the stock sizes...

 

[runey]

Went to my Yamaha dealer today and ordered a pair of Pirellis

 

[inkaholic]

Good choice sir! I have them on mine. They are so so much better than the stock tyres. They are amazing in the wet, again - good choice.
How much did you pay for them ? if you dont mnd me asking.

 

[Omar]

they come stock on my bike

 

[MrWhite]

110/70 150/60, sounds quite interesting...

 

[inkaholic]

I had that size on my first bike - sachs xtc handled great, i loved that bike and may even get another one one day

 

[MrWhite]

is this the same bike you tried to demolish a set of railings with your head with?

 

[inkaholic]

Hahahahaaaaaaaaaaa yup, sure is dude, still makes me giggle

 

[MrWhite]

one each, mate?

 

[runey]

Good choice sir! I have them on mine. They are so so much better than the stock tyres. They are amazing in the wet, again - good choice.
How much did you pay for them ? if you dont mnd me asking.

With the change I have to pay about 3200 NOK (about 300 pounds)

 

[MrWhite]

runey, this is slightly off-topic, but how much is a loaf of bread, and how much is 1litre/2pints of milk?

 

[runey]

runey, this is slightly off-topic, but how much is a loaf of bread, and how much is 1litre/2pints of milk?

Well the cheapest milk is about 15 NOK and depends on the bread you want but anywhere from 25-70 NOK