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Post by yamnut1 on Oct 30, 2019 11:31:18 GMT 1
Further to my recent post.... I need a set of MICHELIN tyres for a 4lo 350lc 1980 Front 3.00 - 18 Or 90/90 -18 in new sizes And Rear 3.50 - 18 Or 110/90 - 18 in new sizes So, has Anyone got a Set..? Could be used ?/n.o.s don’t care...just need the Correct sizes ! Michelin Currently Do make 2 modern options for Front LC Fitment but, Not Rear so, a REAR tyre in the correct size would Really help me out ! Thanks Brian Yes, I know there are a few ‘other’ makes available for LC’s, this is for a period race replica project that would of had Michelin tyres on it  |
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Post by veg on Oct 30, 2019 19:26:14 GMT 1
110/80 rear is recommended
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Post by Yogi on Oct 30, 2019 19:30:00 GMT 1
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Post by yamnut1 on Oct 31, 2019 0:25:58 GMT 1
Hi close but, they are the wrong way round !  |
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Post by yamnut1 on Oct 31, 2019 0:26:54 GMT 1
110/80 rear is recommended My bad...fat fingers typing, Doh ! |
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Post by veg on Oct 31, 2019 0:33:52 GMT 1
Ok so why Michelin? Original were Yokohama’s? 2 decent sets available either Avon roadridders or battluxs.
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Post by hoist1 on Oct 31, 2019 9:22:31 GMT 1
If it’s the look of the tyre, what about heidenau?
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Post by yamnut1 on Oct 31, 2019 21:05:14 GMT 1
Ok so why Michelin? Original were Yokohama’s? 2 decent sets available either Avon roadridders or battluxs. ....Because it’s a race rep and i’m trying to be true to the original/sponsors I do appreciate that there are modern...much better tyres but, unlikely to ever ride the bike in anger |
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Post by yamnut1 on Oct 31, 2019 21:06:40 GMT 1
If it’s the look of the tyre, what about heidenau? ....Because it’s a race rep and i’m trying to be true to the original/sponsors tyres I do appreciate that there are modern...much better tyres but, unlikely to ever ride the bike in anger |
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Post by veg on Oct 31, 2019 21:12:45 GMT 1
The originals were Yokohama not Michelin. You can still get a replica of the metzeler me33 that every fitted in the day, or Dunlop tt100 if you’re after a classic look.
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Post by donkeychomp on Nov 1, 2019 0:38:44 GMT 1
I think he's saying the bike had Michelin decals on it hence the originality of the race bike...not the actual bike that started life with craporama tyres.
Alex
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Post by veg on Nov 1, 2019 1:46:13 GMT 1
Thanks for clarifying Alex I will shut up now.
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Post by yamnut1 on Nov 1, 2019 17:08:19 GMT 1
I think he's saying the bike had Michelin decals on it hence the originality of the race bike...not the actual bike that started life with craporama tyres. Alex Alex Thank You for that ! That’s Exactly what i meant...sorry if it wasn’t that clear to everyone else that was kind enough to reply ........Update, I now have a Front Michelin tyre, woohoo Still need a REAR one 3.50-18 ( 110 80 18 ) MICHELIN n.o.s etc regards Brian |
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Post by jon on Nov 1, 2019 18:24:41 GMT 1
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Post by chrisg on Nov 1, 2019 19:51:16 GMT 1
Personally I would not want to ride on a NOS tyre. Tyres rubber degrades over time and UV light.  |
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Post by donkeychomp on Nov 2, 2019 0:35:53 GMT 1
Did Veg just shut up? Was that the first time ever?  Alex (only kidding mate!) |
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Post by donkeychomp on Nov 2, 2019 0:37:32 GMT 1
And yes old tyres are a risk but if is this to purely to put the bike back to 'as was' then fair play. It's very hard work trying to source some parts as we all know!
Alex
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Post by veg on Nov 2, 2019 9:59:25 GMT 1
Did Veg just shut up? Was that the first time ever? Alex (only kidding mate!) 🤐 |
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Post by yamnut1 on Nov 2, 2019 11:29:15 GMT 1
Hi Jon Thanks but, that’s a Front tyre Not Rear I have some feelers out with local bike dealers so, fingers crossed |
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Post by yamnut1 on Nov 2, 2019 11:31:47 GMT 1
Personally I would not want to ride on a NOS tyre. Tyres rubber degrades over time and UV light. Not going to be riding this into the sunset It’s a Show bike...race replica |
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Post by steve h on Nov 2, 2019 12:02:57 GMT 1
Be nice if you found a pair of high sport TF11 and TG22's Have seen them for sale in the past and no doubt there are some in some barn somewhere. I've only got old tyres on a spare set of wheels for an rg250.
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Post by yamnut1 on Nov 6, 2019 20:52:30 GMT 1
And yes old tyres are a risk but if is this to purely to put the bike back to 'as was' then fair play. It's very hard work trying to source some parts as we all know! Alex Breaking News !!, Finally found a n.o.s Rear tyre, woohoo a big thanks to all those who got involved in my search for the personal challenge I foolishly set myself regards Brian |
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Post by urbantangleweed on Nov 7, 2019 23:25:15 GMT 1
Think I've got a 3.00 x 18 Michelin M45 in the garage if it's any good to you?
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