tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post390840439659789043..comments2024-03-03T07:04:39.132+13:00Comments on Confessions of an Ageing Motorcyclist: Motorcycle tyre performance in the real worldGeoff Jameshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comBlogger10125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-32824271211047762112020-07-17T22:09:50.630+12:002020-07-17T22:09:50.630+12:00Thanks Ash and you're very welcome. All the b...Thanks Ash and you're very welcome. All the best with your website.Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-24644498204994245612020-07-17T20:48:33.998+12:002020-07-17T20:48:33.998+12:00Awesome! No words. You always go one step beyond. ...Awesome! No words. You always go one step beyond. <br /><br />There is so much great, useful information here. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!<br />Read our guide if you wish. <br /><a href="https://themotorbiker.com/best-motorcycle-grips/" rel="nofollow"> the motorbiker </a><br /><br />Thanks again :) Ash Greenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08519755274603203829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-68606520446484896922010-07-17T14:16:28.840+12:002010-07-17T14:16:28.840+12:00Thanks Jeff. If you'd like the full reports I ...Thanks Jeff. If you'd like the full reports I did for the importer, use my email function and I'll mail you them.<br /><br />I've done some more k's now and I love the Ultras even more now - very reassuring in all conditions. I'd happily stick with them but next time, I'll probably go with a Storm Ultra rear and a VP2 Sport front combination just like I had on my Blackbird. For the type of riding I do and the area we live in, it's probably the best combination.Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-6074537992615080222010-07-17T13:13:03.254+12:002010-07-17T13:13:03.254+12:00Very comprehensive report Geoff. I was particularl...Very comprehensive report Geoff. I was particularly interested in what you had to say about the Avon Storm Ultras because I am considering them for my Street Triple. I've gone through 2 sets of Dunlop Roadsmarts, and they are a good allrounder, but they have let go a couple of times in the wet when it is cold. We've had a lot of rain in Sydney this winter and the Storms have a good rep for wet riding.Jeffnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-17252426285938901142010-07-05T20:19:58.098+12:002010-07-05T20:19:58.098+12:00Good bit of history on how tyres have improved ove...Good bit of history on how tyres have improved over a few years. I was interested in how the Blackbird was hard on the front tyre whereas the Busa is light on the front. <br /><br />I have had Avon Storms on two bikes, liked them but don't think I will go back now I have a BT016 on the rear of the Busa. Wear is better than expected and hardly any flattening; I will be ready to report on this in a few weeks - depending on how much riding I get in.Hayabusa Riderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11282302833649749771noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-36050098821573192422010-06-30T09:47:53.125+12:002010-06-30T09:47:53.125+12:00All right Bob, I'll 'fess up - 15 seconds ...All right Bob, I'll 'fess up - 15 seconds more like.<br /><br />Absolutely, and whilst the pump is waving around due to enthusiasm and then fatigue; I'm busy removing skin from my knuckles.<br /><br />That's a brilliant idea Bob - makes you wonder why no-one has thought of it before. Guess the world hasn't seen anyone so darned smart before.Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-5577942128868008062010-06-30T09:42:36.505+12:002010-06-30T09:42:36.505+12:00Geoff:
you're a Braggart. You probably could...<b>Geoff:</b><br /><br />you're a Braggart. You probably couldn't last 30 seconds.<br /><br />the problem with those small, dual action, high pressure, pumps is their short valve extension. You are forced to hold it in mid air while you put it into action.<br /><br />I just had a brilliant idea. but I should patent it first or get you to make up some drawings. Put the manual pump inside the tubular frame with a foot mechanism.<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Wet Coast Scootin</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-3503060909948624532010-06-29T10:44:04.285+12:002010-06-29T10:44:04.285+12:00Anthony & Bob:
Driven by desperation really. ...Anthony & Bob:<br /><br />Driven by desperation really. I've never had cavernous storage space on any bike I've owned and my zip-together Ventura packs are usually full of other "stuff" on a trip away. I do have a small manual 2-way pump for my mountain bike which could be pressed into service but fear I'd fall down frothing at the mouth with a cardiac arrest inside the first minute.Geoff Jameshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05041523109817248619noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-24878385015552851492010-06-29T10:33:48.491+12:002010-06-29T10:33:48.491+12:00Geoff:
you Engineering types are too smart for me...<b>Geoff:</b><br /><br />you Engineering types are too smart for me. I carry around a compressor, plastic case and all, and I squeeze it under my seat. I also have CO2 cartridges but they are only good to "seat" the tire.<br /><br />I know you are the expert when it comes to tyres and different compounds and I agree with everything you say<br /><br />bob<br /><a href="http://www.wetcoastscootin.blogspot.com" rel="nofollow">Wet Coast Scootin</a>Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05258612401956399482noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4341114511830074977.post-59613954431106516902010-06-28T15:27:12.511+12:002010-06-28T15:27:12.511+12:00Hi Geoff,
The idea of converting the small 12v c...Hi Geoff, <br /><br />The idea of converting the small 12v compressor to use on the bike is a good one - never thought of that!! <br /><br />I have one of the CO2 & plugs repair kits that I carry with me - luckily I have only had to use it once, and that was at home after pulling a nail out of the tyre.<br /><br />Loved your comment about the Blackbird still being safe even with doughnuts on the rims...<br /><br />Cheers,<br />Anthony.Anthonyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07158034455791059826noreply@blogger.com