Stock Rear Tire on base model....? - Ducati.ms

Werloc · Feb 18th, 2009, 5:03 pm

I'm very happy with the stock tire grip & wear on my HM base model (non S). Shopping around for a new one which I'll need after a few weeks of riding once the weather get's a little warmer. Just need to know what the difference is between the "M" and the "J" on this tire.?

BRIDGESTONE BT014-J 180/55ZR-17 REAR

BRIDGESTONE BT014-M 180/55ZR-17 REAR

What one came with the bike, and what is the difference.? I didn't notice when I looked. I'm looking around online, and it's pouring rain out, and to lazy to trek through the mud to go out and look again.

NYSport · Feb 18th, 2009, 5:22 pm

I think it's just the OE code. I believe the tires are identical.

93Octane · Feb 18th, 2009, 7:41 pm

if there is any correlation to the bt-014 the j's are a softer compound.

sick50ford · Feb 18th, 2009, 9:48 pm

check out the bt-016. i think these are the new 14.

NYSport · Feb 19th, 2009, 7:05 pm

From the Bridgestone website.

The BT-014 is also Original Equipment on several high-performance sport bikes. The Original Equipment BT-014's are designed for each model. Compounds and constructions will vary to suit the weight, horsepower and handling characteristics of the model for which each tire was designed. See Sizes and Specifications for Original Equipment fitments.

180/55ZR17 BT014R M BMW R1200S/R1200ST 2006-2008

180/55ZR17 BT014R J Kawasaki ZX-6R & ZX-6RR 2005-2006