Topic: Dunlop K 70

[beemerbum]

I'm looking at Dunlop K 70's for a 1971 K1. Would these be reasonably close to stock rubber?

[bwaller]

Is there any way to talk you out of these?

[Ravie]

Is there any way to talk you out of these?

They may not be sport tires, but they come highly rated on every site that sells tires and I know daily riders who love them as well. So while they may not be Pirelli or Michelin...They're still not crap.

And to answer the question - yes, they are relatively close in size to stock.

[DickL]

What do you reccommend?

[danyo]

I hope they're not crap. Just bought set for my k5 based on good reviews.

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[mrfish2]

I run them on my 550, couldn't complain one bit. They're pretty soft compared to other tires and you'll be lucky to get 5000 miles out of the rear, but other than that they are excellent tires with a vintage look.

[bwaller]

Period correct yes. Excellent tires? No I will not accept this, sorry. Tire technology has probably helped the K70's advance some too. In reality any leading tire manufacturer that offers modern profiles, tread designs and compounds in our sizes should be considered for all the right reasons, safety included.

However I won't be negative any further, enjoy riding with whatever tire you choose.

[beemerbum]

Is there any way to talk you out of these?

They may not be sport tires, but they come highly rated on every site that sells tires and I know daily riders who love them as well. So while they may not be Pirelli or Michelin...They're still not crap.

And to answer the question - yes, they are relatively close in size to stock.

What's going on here? The above quote regarding Dunlop K 70's from a few days ago

[Ravie]

Is there any way to talk you out of these?

They may not be sport tires, but they come highly rated on every site that sells tires and I know daily riders who love them as well. So while they may not be Pirelli or Michelin...They're still not crap.

And to answer the question - yes, they are relatively close in size to stock.

What's going on here? The above quote regarding Dunlop K 70's from a few days ago

If you're looking for the best tires for your bike, pass these by. They're actually better in the wet and off road than they are in the dry from what I've read, though I know several people who ride their bikes as daily drivers and LOVE these tires. HOWEVER....  If you want a really great tire, this isn't the beast for you - Go get some Metzeler Lazertecs or some Avon Roadriders.

I bought mine because I needed decent tires that I could afford. These fit the bill. They're still probably better than Shinkos or Cheng Shins but their tread pattern is simply old and outdated.

They're not the worst choice; but they're not the best choice, either.

[Duke McDukiedook]

What do you reccommend?

Avon Roadriders.

[beemerbum]

What do you reccommend?

Avon Roadriders.

Lets remember that the bikes we all like so much are themselves old and outdated. For serious spirited riding we have all sorts of other modern machines as wells as modern tires available.

[bwaller]

It shouldn't matter, your safety rides on whatever tires you choose. How much more does a good set of tires cost?

[rocs]

I just bought a set yesterday and they were delivered today 

I bought them more because i want a stock look on a restoration project.

[Stev-o]

Lets remember that the bikes we all like so much are themselves old and outdated. For serious spirited riding we have all sorts of other modern machines as wells as modern tires available.

They're the only part of your bike in contact with the road surface... Like your helmet...

Hope your helmet doesnt come in contact with the road!

[Davez134]

That is an oblique opinion. There's ample folks here who ride their "old and outdated" bikes in very spirited ways. A properly maintained CB, with a skilled rider upon it, can extract all the fun out of public roadways possible. Just because they're 40 years old does not make them obsolete.

Totally agree. Set up right, these bikes can be pushed pretty hard. Honestly, there are many times when I have more fun through turns on my cb than my rc51. (Avon roadriders on mine, and in my opinion are a nice "neutral" looking tire)

[Johnie]

Are you an aggressive rider? That should play into the tire of choice. I am not an aggressive rider and don't plan on putting my 750's through rough riding. That being said, my 750's all have the Conti K112's front and back. They look retro enough for me and were actually the tire this board recommended during my first 750KO project back in 2007. Bought a few pair this past winter too. Good mileage out of them and the handling is fine.

[Stev-o]

Are you an aggressive rider? That should play into the tire of choice. I am not an aggressive rider and don't plan on putting my 750's through rough riding. That being said, my 750's all have the Conti K112's front and back. They look retro enough for me and were actually the tire this board recommended during my first 750KO project back in 2007. Bought a few pair this past winter too. Good mileage out of them and the handling is fine.

Hey Johnie....I bet that would be a good performance tire to have.  I like the tread pattern as well, I am going to consider buying a set next time I am in need...

[Johnie]

I think you would like them Stev-o. Sure the Dunlops are cheaper, but again I think you get what you pay for.

[Stev-o]

I think you would like them Stev-o. Sure the Dunlops are cheaper, but again I think you get what you pay for.

I wouldn't buy the K70 but did have Dunlop 404's on my K8, they were fine. 

[Redline it]

k70s the Hodaka mandatory part. they worked excellent on Hodakas.

[70CB750]

I think you would like them Stev-o. Sure the Dunlops are cheaper, but again I think you get what you pay for.

I wouldn't buy the K70 but did have Dunlop 404's on my K8, they were fine.

I have 404s on the wheels I used on Red, they came like that with a lot of thread left.  I am using them up, so far so good.