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South Bay motorcycle tire shop recommendation?

Discussion in 'Northern California' started by nat, Sep 4, 2018.

  1. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:25 AM
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    nat

    nat [OP] Well-Known Member

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    My 2005 Triumph Tiger needs new shoes, what shops are you guys using for motorcycle tires?

    I've got a 1973 Bonneville as well, any other British bike nuts?
     
  2. Sep 4, 2018 at 8:47 AM
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    I order mine online and use the Moto Tire Guy for installation. Have them shipped directly to his shop.

    http://www.mototireguy.com
     
  3. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:02 AM
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    Double Phister

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    I do it myself with a cycle hill changer.
     
  4. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:11 AM
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    Any brands you guys like? I'm trying not to spend a zillion dollars, bike commutes on surface streets from home to work right now.
     
  5. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:16 AM
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    Double Phister

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    If it's just for commuting then get whatever. I used Metzler or Conti. (no bike no more)
     
  6. Sep 4, 2018 at 9:18 AM
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    For your tiger, you have choices. Some are putting Road Pilot 4s however those are being phased out and replace with Road 5’s. They are good commuter tires with a harder compound in the center and softer along the sides.

    I have not heard positive things about Spirit which is the new South Bay Triumph dealer.

    If you need service or tires, I recommend RMC Moto in Santa Clara.
     
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    Santa Clara Cycles. Free installation if you buy from them and carry in the wheels.
     
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  8. Sep 4, 2018 at 11:17 PM
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    Second for RMC.
     
  9. Sep 5, 2018 at 11:02 AM
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    I've bought like 4 or 5 moto tires from these guys. They're usually pretty quick with the install too.
     
  10. Sep 5, 2018 at 6:24 PM
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    +1 for Santa Clara Cycle
     
  11. Sep 6, 2018 at 4:36 AM
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    +2 for Santa Clara Cycle. Family owned and operated and great pricing.
     

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