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Title: AV 45'S/46'S
Post by: dmp221 on April 20, 2004, 03:20:35 PM
I am about to order Avon radials to replace the stock excedras.  Does anyone have the Avon AV45 AV46 setup ? (F-110/70/17, R-140/80/17).
I am told they fit our rims,  and  that the only difference in "feel" is a very slightly taller rear, (aspect ratio) almost not noticeable, and that radials are far superior.  Comments?
Title: AV 45'S/46'S
Post by: mwdbruno on April 20, 2004, 03:33:49 PM
That is the exact setup I have...and I love it.

I also put on a Katana rear shock and progressive front springs so I can't comment on how much a difference the tires made...my whole bike rode different.  That being said, the bike is much better.  More solid and very confidence inspiring now.

:::EDIT:::

I did wet test the Avon's this past sunday with a ride out to Infineon Raceway with The Good Guy and they didn't break once...
Title: AV 45'S/46'S
Post by: b1k3r 3li+3 on April 20, 2004, 03:49:00 PM
if yur lookin for sticky grip try the perilli sport demons, they are a bias tire that mimic radials.  im getting ready to odr some sport demons when i get the cash flow. ;)
Title: AV 45'S/46'S
Post by: Hi-T on April 20, 2004, 05:55:38 PM
I have an avon46 rear- and I also put in a kat shock...  The back does raise and the bike is soooo much more responsive.  The grip is fantastic- I really like the tire.  I have a pirelli dragon up front and they match up fine.