Do you think I can safely squeeze out another 500 or so miles? 

The marks which indicate you need a new tyre are level. But you could still get 500 miles out if you really want, but is it worth it? So long as there is no rain then its fine, get in the rain and your going to have slippy tyres.

Quote from: Kasumi on June 10, 2006, 03:43:18 PM
.. but is it worth it?

Well, there is a chance I will be getting rid of the bike after the end of this month. I don't want to invest the money into brand new tires if I will be getting rid of it anyways.  If I change my mind, and keep the bike, then of course I will buy all new rubber. 

Well if your selling it i wouldn't worry so long as your not out in the rain.

Of course, you are leaving a bargaining point for the buyer if you leave the tires.

Yea it would be easier to sell if you said just had brand new tyres - just been scrubbed in seen 50 miles or so, ready for riding. Then just add the cost of the tyres onto what you wanted for the bike.

I had less than that when I started in Florida and made it to NJ on my DL650 in the winter.
We went a little further than we intended and that was the reason I let it get that low.
Did over almost 3,300 miles in 6 days.
If you are concerned change it, it's worth it to have peace of mind.

i wouldnt try it..... if you hit rain and damage the bike it would end up to cost you more

i can't see the air in it -so ride it and quit being a wussy!!

not recomended but I've done worse.

short trips on dry pavement, I wouldn't worry. but keep your speed down and don't forget your tires are worn.

The rear tire will tend to slide easier when you downshift.  otherwise keep it in the back of your head and you'll be fine.

There's plenty of tread on the sides, so just keep it leaned over, and you'll be juuuuust fine. 

I would try and find somebody here with some race take offs. 

My new rule is that if you think you might need a new tire, you already do.

I dunno what your tyre laws are like but the tyre laws over here are very stringent.  Your tyre would be right on the borderline in the UK and it certainly wouldnt pass an MOT. If the Cops stopped you or you were involved in accident you could be in deep sh**. Plus you are putting yourself at greater risk. You mention you are going to sell the bike.  Worn tyres will put any`clued-up` potential buyer right off. They will notice the wear and use it as leverage to get a reduction in price or they may just turn round and walk away. Worn tyres suggest to buyers that the bike has not been looked after or properly maintained. I would replace the tyre(s) and use it as a selling point, then put double the price of the tyre(s) on the asking price of the bike.

I agree with everyone about not selling it with worn tires.  I'm sure if you shop it you can get a cheapy tire put on for less than an informed buyer would try to knock down the price.  Tires are deffinately a key selling point of any vehicle

Eh...  I've ridden on worse...  But, I broke loose on dry pavement. 

If you ride like you're on dead tires, then you'll probably be ok.

But, if you crash don't blame me.

Quote from: sledge on June 12, 2006, 12:22:39 PM
I dunno what your tyre laws are like but the tyre laws over here are very stringent. 

Tire laws?  we don't need no stinking tire laws.... we work on Darwinism.

Quote from: TragicImage on June 12, 2006, 01:34:02 PM
Tire laws?  we don't need no stinking tire laws.... we work on Darwinism.

Yeah, I am not worried about being pulled over for it. But I know for a fact that it would not pass inspection. I seriously doubt the front would, either, though it is not as worn.

However, I figured hell with it, and ordered some new tires today.    The main reason is that I'll be heading down to PA, doing a group ride, etc, for the GStwin.com Northeast Meet n' Greet. I'd like to make it there, enjoy the ride, and get back safely.

Another reason is that if I DO sell the bike, I want the damn thing to atleast be able to pass inspection.  I mean, I prolly wouldn't buy a bike that wouldn't pass inspection without work, and if I did, I wouldn't want to pay what the bike is worth.

So anyway, I ordered a set of Pirelli Sport Demons. Of course they were out of stock, but I should be getting them this week. Atleast I'll have the peace of mind 

Good!   

Quote from: Phaedrus on June 10, 2006, 03:39:12 PM

Ok, now I got my new Pirelli Sport Demons on, front and rear. I didn't ride much other than the 30 or so miles from the dealer to home (just pikced her up tonight). This rear tire looks MUCH better, and yes I can totally feel a difference in grip. Not just from the worn out tire, but from the stock tires. I am happy:

Sweeeet!  I love new tires (once they're broken in).  Mine aren't too far off...  I think I have another 4k in 'em.

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