[Black60]

I finally replaced my worn out original Kendas after 11,000 miles. I bought Pirelli Night Dragons on the advice of many of you. It's like night and day.

I cannot believe the difference. It's like a completely different bike. It handles much better, absorbs bumps better and seems to have less rolling resistance.

Highly recommended! I wish I'd done it sooner.

 

[18boberscout]

11000!? I only got 4 out of mine

 

[WENDIGO]

Great choice in the new tires.

 

[Black60]

I probably let them go too long, they were getting pretty bald.

 

[kgkmav]

I have been thinking about having mine changed. I'll have to look at how worn mine are almost 3k but i'm going to try to improve the ride. The ol lady is now into riding and wants a challenger, so i'm trying to spend a little money to avoid that. lol

 

[MattyBoy]

Why did you wait so long? Those "kinda" tires were one of the first things I got rid of... real sucko!

 

[kgkmav]

I had no idea that it would make that much difference. I can't wait. I think I'm going to try the 180/65/16 for a little more tire

 

[MattyBoy]

Be sure to replace the valve stems with angled ones while you're at it... and have the wheels (with new tires mounted) spin-balanced at the shop.

 

[kgkmav]

That's a great idea. They are quite the PIA to get to

 

[Black60]

Why did you wait so long? Those "kinda" tires were one of the first things I got rid of... real sucko!

I was trying to save money. That was a bad idea considering how much better the bike is now

 

[MattyBoy]

On my 2017, I HAD to also replace the springs and shocks. Actually, I did springs first (cheapest), then tires, then shocks. Newer Scouts supposedly have better front end. Happy camper now.