K11 Owners Group

BobZ(IL) · Posted: Mon Jul 06, 2015 7:15 pm Post subject: Avon Azaro Discontinued?

Tried Motorcycle Superstore for subject tire with no luck. Any ideas for a substitute? 140/80ZR-17.
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'93 K1100LT
'78 R100S
'05 R1200GS
BMWMOA, CRBMWOA, ABC, K11OG #997

Live well, do good work, enjoy the ride.

rbm · Posted: Tue Jul 07, 2015 6:33 am Post subject:

I fitted Bridgestone T30 radial rear in size 150/70ZR-17 to my K75 (fitted with 3.00 x 17 3-spoke rim). The front got 110/80ZR-18 radial in the same brand. Very good tires and I'm very happy with the performance.
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1987 K75 @k75retro.blogspot.ca
2011 Moto Guzzi V7 Racer

Flying Duck · Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2015 1:36 am Post subject:

What he said.
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
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BobZ(IL) · Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2015 2:18 pm Post subject:

Thanks guys, I have a Battlax T30 radial that size on the way.
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'93 K1100LT
'78 R100S
'05 R1200GS
BMWMOA, CRBMWOA, ABC, K11OG #997

Live well, do good work, enjoy the ride.

Flying Duck · Posted: Wed Jul 08, 2015 11:25 pm Post subject:

34-36 PSI front.

40-42 PSI rear.

(depending upon how heavy you're loaded)

I've never had an issue with the BTs (but a little on PR2s) but if you find the front "wandering" on your LT then drop down a couple of PSI and see if that helps. It may make the front wear a little faster but I prefer more precise handling over longevity.
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

BobZ(IL) · Posted: Thu Jul 09, 2015 10:08 pm Post subject:

Been running 35 in BT front. Front always feels a little light. Heading for Montana next week, will try a couple pounds less.

Thanks.
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'93 K1100LT
'78 R100S
'05 R1200GS
BMWMOA, CRBMWOA, ABC, K11OG #997

Live well, do good work, enjoy the ride.

Flying Duck · Posted: Sat Jul 11, 2015 9:30 am Post subject:

Montana?

Bear

Tooth

Pass

https://www.youtube.com/embed/QBPCjl8qe7Q
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE

BobZ(IL) · Posted: Sat Jul 11, 2015 8:47 pm Post subject:

Great video. Be heading toward Pikes Peak, Durango, then up through Ouray, toward Yellowstone, Dead Indian pass, Bear Tooth, eventually ending up in Billings. Back home through Black Hills, Badlands, etc. K Bike exercise.

Mounting 150/70 tire required setting off a minor explosion using starter fluid and matches to pop the bead. Air and a belt wouldn't do it. Swing arm clearance is fine.
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'93 K1100LT
'78 R100S
'05 R1200GS
BMWMOA, CRBMWOA, ABC, K11OG #997

Live well, do good work, enjoy the ride.

Flying Duck · Posted: Sat Jul 11, 2015 11:14 pm Post subject:

You did the starter fluid bead set? Awesome! LOL

Check your maps for Chief Joseph Hwy and work it into your schedule if you can. Pretty good riding but the best part is the scenery.

I'm jealous....

JMHO: Do Beartooth late in the evening on a weekday to avoid traffic. It'll get pretty cold above 10,000 feet but it is worth it to avoid traffic. Ride fast to keep your tires warm...
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93 LT (x2)
94 RS
86-97 K75F(K75/100/1100 Frankenbrick)
86 K75C w/paralever, hi perf cams,TURBO!
91 & 92 K75Ss
91 K1
86 custom K100
14 WR250R
IBA #17739 (SS1K, BBG, 50CC)
Buy parts HERE