Mix tires? - Ducati.ms

achung123 · Jan 16th, 2012, 12:31 am

After close to 4K mile my SF-S needs new rear tire. I personally don't like the Pirelli Diablo Corsa III too much due to 2 reasons: so-so traction in cold and wet condition and it's round tire profile. I have been using Michelin Pilot Power 2CT on mySport Classic (and on my first SF-S before it totaled) and love it. Thinking of new set of PP2CT; but after looking deeper I found the new Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2 - it has pretty good reviews, and it's similar to PP2CT in terms of usage - focus more on high performance street use than track use (correction is welcome). So I am toying the idea of just replacing the rear with the new Pirelli Diablo Rosso 2, and ride the bike with the 50% Corsa III front...

Is it a bad idea? Or should I just replace both? Consider both Corsa III and Rosso 2 are similar in shape and made by the same manufacturer, my guess it's OK. Either case I am not going to drop $230 on another Corsa III rear for sure... Any input is welcome. Please focus on the idea of mixing or new set; but not suggesting other brand or model of tires. Thanks in advance!

**** · Jan 16th, 2012, 1:00 am

This is all you man.

They make sets for a purpose. That being said, are you going to track it? If not, than even aggressive street riding, the mix of your current front tire, coupled with a new Rosso rear should suffice. Lastly, you ride a Duc, you should be able to ante up and just replace both with a matching set. Why do people who ride expensive machines like the F1098S always want to cheap out on shit?

Up to you and totally your call.

TallyRex · Jan 16th, 2012, 5:53 am

I don't mix tires. I agree the the Corsa III's suck. You can get good prices on the Q2s and they are great for the SF.

Gm sf · Jan 16th, 2012, 7:12 am

I was in the same boat as you,I like to match my tyres and didn't want to take off a good front tyre so I went through a few rears till the front was thread was low (ish) then replaced with Rosso 2,mind you I was happy with the corsa 3's bar cold weather riding.

samw5 · Jan 16th, 2012, 9:10 am

For what it's worth, I was able to pick a set of Dunlop Q2s for $240 shipped. Look thru the board sponsors there are awesome deals out there!

achung123 · Jan 16th, 2012, 12:30 pm

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Originally Posted by ****

Why do people who ride expensive machines like the F1098S always want to cheap out on shit?

Wow, that's really being helpful. If I really cheap out on shit, I would just do it without asking or research.

I used to be the one stupid enough to believe the more $ equals better tires. But the reality is that it's really depends on the usage and focused area. Sounds like it's a bad idea to mix - new set of tires is on the way

samw5 · Jan 16th, 2012, 12:33 pm

To be fair I think the Q2s have much better grip than the OE tyres but that's just me.

ltsnipe · Jan 16th, 2012, 2:52 pm

sportbiketrackgear.com has the Michelin Power Pure's on sale. I've heard nothing but compliments about the tire.

DarrenS · Jan 16th, 2012, 8:38 pm

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Originally Posted by achung123

Wow, that's really being helpful. If I really cheap out on shit, I would just do it without asking or research.

I used to be the one stupid enough to believe the more $ equals better tires. But the reality is that it's really depends on the usage and focused area. Sounds like it's a bad idea to mix - new set of tires is on the way

Depnds how you use your bike really and what your comfortable/confident with, I run a Pure on the front and a Road 3 on the rear, don't do track days & ride like a pussy

. 37000k's on the clock in just over 2yrs and on to 8th rear tyre and still loving every minute of it.

**** · Jan 16th, 2012, 9:36 pm

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Originally Posted by achung123

Wow, that's really being helpful. If I really cheap out on shit, I would just do it without asking or research.

I used to be the one stupid enough to believe the more $ equals better tires. But the reality is that it's really depends on the usage and focused area. Sounds like it's a bad idea to mix - new set of tires is on the way

I wasn't trying to offend you. I just find it incredibly ironic for people who ride expensive bikes try to save $100 for a front tire mismatch.

That being said achung, I am super happy you were able to dig deeper in your pockets to get a new set. For my next track day, I'll be buying a couple sets if Bridgestone BT-16's for both my F1098S and my 1198SP.

Which set did you end up buying? Inquiring minds wanna know!