I am going Spain on a 4000 mile trip next month and the front got 3mm on it. Has anybody got any the knowledge if it will last or should I have a new one put on. It's got a nearly new rear on already cheers all
Get a new one put on, you won’t get 4000 miles and you will have shit feel. You won’t regret putting a new one in now.
Spain is a hilly country. You will find yourself doing some amazing downhill sections or road - amazing downhill sweeping corners and tighter back roads - corner after corner - up and down hill. They have some amazing roads in Spain.
U first say which bike u r riding ? I have road 6 on my multi 1260 which is great in uk esp in the wet. Spain is going to be hot get some more sticky tyre like power 6, Pirelli u enjoy twisty more
Rarely get 4000 miles from new touring tyres, half worn a none starter. Seen so many motorcycle holidays spoiled by people needing tyres part way through, it makes no sense. In reality such a small part of the cost. New tyres!
IMO, anyone planning a 4000 mile tour, should fit new tyres, regardless. If you believe your tyre has life, keep it for a later time when ending up with a bald tyre isn't going to leave you stranded. Andy
Just do it. Otherwise you’ll only be wasting a day finding a replacement on tour and a distress purchase will cost you more. It won’t last the distance on hot roads and fresh rubber will radically improve your enjoyment.
Had a fellow loose 2 days on a trip as he was adamant his part worns would make it , but as Sam1199 says , the roads will eat tyres in Spain. I told him to change , he had 2 days on his own and missed so many good roads , ended up with a miss match set and cost him loads. NEW TYRES ALWAYS oh and pads etc etc as its a trip.
