Quote from: StevenDavisPhoto on August 16, 2010, 07:51:54 PM
ok, so i checked the rear tire. it's a 130/70 bridgestone BT45R. so im assuming i need a radial in that size. should i stick with the bridgestone or go for the avon roadrider? the front is also a bridgestone.

The BT45 is a bias ply tire, the BT45R indicates it's a rear tire and if your front is a BT45 it should say BT45F.  It's the R in the tire size designation that indicates a radial like I said above.

The BT45 are good all around tires so don't hesitate to use them if you find a good deal on them.  The Demons are probably the stickiest of the current line of bias tires and the Roadriders have the longer life and are generally less costly.  Your bike , your choice, personally I think the whole current lot of bias tires made by the major suppliers are good tires.  Choose what best suits your needs, I currently like the Roadriders because of their long life and they also meet my current handling needs. Might change my mind tomorrow though.   

Quote from: StevenDavisPhoto on August 16, 2010, 08:45:20 PM
so should i get these then?

http://www.swmototires.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=504&category_id=133&option=com_virtuemart&Itemid=53

Check Dennis Kirk.  I got a 150/70 Roadrider for $90 (+ $5).