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New skins for the R1200GS
« on: November 09, 2017, 04:23:18 PM »
Had to get the bike serviced for it's 42,000 mile service - took the time to get the tires replaced since the front was almost bald.

Instead of the typical street tires, I opted for lugs, the winter weather in Seattle practically guarantees mud - so I wanted something for it.

Now I'm sporting brand new Anakee Wilds.
Those tires are made for that bike - definitely 50/50 or even 40/60 tires, but unlike some of the dual surface tires I've ridden these don't wobble around when on pavement - they're solid. 
They do however get scary on wet pavement - my traction control has kicked in quite a bit since having them mounted.  They also howl when on pavement.  Very loud.

But, if they do their job I shouldn't have to worry about dumping it the first time I hit muddy roads, and in March when I get to 50k miles - I'll change them back out for Anakee streets.
Rob
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