Tire Replacement After going to two sets of Dunlop's as replacement tires. I'm looking to go with Metzelers, for my next tire replacement. What is the best size other than stock for the rear that will fit my Model I have a 1998 Road King Classic FLHRCI.? Also I want to stick with the wide white wall. I should be getting my wheels back from Buchanan’s hopefully next week. Got some Stainless Steel Polished Spokes put in. Then I want to try a different tire other than Dunlop’s. I would appreciate any advice and recommendations on Model number, style etc... Thanks All

With a tube type laced wheel:

WHEEL SIZE & POSITION = 21 in. - Front RIM SIZE & CONTOUR = T21x 2.15 TLA TUBE SIZE =Side Valve Tube MH90x21 TIRE SIZE = DUNLOP D402 MH90 - 21 54H

With a CHROME ALUMINUM PROFILE LACED RIM:

WHEEL SIZE & POSITION = 21 in. - Front RIM SIZE & CONTOUR = T21x 2.15 MT TUBE SIZE = Center Valve Tube MH90x21 TIRE SIZE = DUNLOP D402 MH90 - 21 54H

With a Tubeless Cast Wheel:

WHEEL SIZE & POSITION = 16 in. - Front RIM SIZE & CONTOUR = T16 x 3.00 D Rim Valve hole diameter = .035 inches MH90x21 TIRE SIZE = DUNLOP D402 MT90B16 72H

Fitment for 1999 XL Tubeless Cast Wheels:

Wheel Position and size = 19 inch Front; Rim Size and Contour = T19x 2.15 MT; Rim Valve Hole Diameter = 0.45 inch; Tire Size = Dunlop D401 ELITE S/T 100/90-19

Wheel Position and size = 16 inch Rear; Rim Size and Contour = T16 x 3.00 D; Rim Valve Hole Diameter = 0.35 inch Tire Size = Dunlop D401 ELITE S/T 130/90-16

Wheel Position and size = 19 Inch Front; Rim Size and Contour = T19x2.50 TLA; Rim Valve Hole Diameter = 0.45 inch Tire Size = Dunlop K591 S&FR Elite SP 100/90-V19

Wheel Position and size = 16 Inch Rear; Rim Size and Contour = T16x3.00 D; Rim Valve Hole Diameter = 0.45 inch Tire Size = Dunlop K591 S&FR Elite SP 130/90-V16

Tire Fitment for 1999 XL Tube Laced Wheels:

Wheel Position and size = 19 Inch Front; Rim Size and Contour = T19x2.50 TLA; Tube Size = MJ90-19 Tire Size = Dunlop D401 ELITE S/T 100/90-19

Wheel Position and size = 16 Inch Rear; Rim Size and Contour = T16 x 3.00 D ; Tube Size = MT90-16; Tire Size = Dunlop D401 ELITE S/T 130/90-16

Wheel Position and size = 21 Inch Front; Rim Size and Contour = T21x215 TLA; Tube Size = 3.00 x 21; Tire Size = Dunlop Touring ELITE II MH90 - 21 56H

Wheel Position and size = 16 inch Rear; Rim Size and Contour = T16x 3.00 D; Tube Size = MT90-16; Tire Size = Dunlop Touring ELITE II MT90 - B16

Tire Pressure - All Models:

Cold up to 300 Lb. Load (includes rider, passenger and cargo)

Front = 30 psi (2.1 bar)

Rear = 36 psi (2.5 bar)

Up to GVWR maximum load

Front = 30 psi (2.1 bar)

Rear = 40 psi (2.8 bar)

Odd question

Where does safety come in here?
All tire mfg make safe tires for your car

That said there are some that won't be so good
on it

Pirelli's are too hard a ride in my opinion

Tire Rack is the place to look & read reviews

Then go to at least four stores to look at tread designs

I would suggest you look at cooper tires if they have your size
in the tread you want

Goodyear are too expensive & so forth etc

Take your time doing some research

You could make anything "fit", but thats also "custom". Maximum tire sizes are dictated by the rim size. For the 19" rim 100/90/90, for the 21' rim MH90-21. Some tire styles "look" larger than the stock Dunlop tires. Look at Avon or Continental tires.

Dunlop Elite II tire will give you the best mileage and handling If they are still available in your size. MY friends BMW K75rt and my GL1000 both got 40,000 miles before we needed replacement. Before that I got 50,000 out of a pair of Dunlop Tour Elites on a CX500 Honda. I sold that bike with the tires still on it and they looked OK.Unfortunately , I have no experience with the Dunlop Elite III, other than hearing many noise complaints.

The tire size is 150/90-16, usually "H" rated; Yamaha recommends the Dunlop D404 or the Bridgestone G702. I've had tire life issues with the Bridgestones and just installed Michelin Commanders front and rear - they, and the Dunlop Elite 3's, came highly recommended by Venture riders I've met in the Southwest. I don't have much mileage on the Michelins, so I'm just passing along the results of my inquiries.

If the particular tires are matched as compatible to your bike, they'll work, even is mismatched as a pair. There are benefits to having a matched pair, such as more even treadwear, and smoother reaction when following road grooves. There are always differences in 'feel' when you switch tires--each tire (even if you are replacing with the same make/model), as a new tire has more tread than the old one being replaced (unless you're replacing due to punctures or other defects).

Will it be a problem? It won't be the absolute BEST possible ride, but really not a problem. As always, with a new fresh tire, be sure to take it easy for the first 100 miles, to get used to the feel, and to wear off the factory shine. You're comfort and familiarity is really the potential problem with a new tire--expect that the ride will be different, the handling, etc. For each major road condition type, be sure to test the behavior. Curves that are banked vs. flat, road surfaces (concrete vs. blacktop), rubberized roads vs. traditional, stopping/breaking, swerving, etc. As you face each condition with the new tire, keep caution at your side.

Tire composition, and analysis is a potetentially very scientific. One could argue for a lifetime, and on paper, these things can be compared constantly, but it all comes down to first hand experience in use. Personally, I prefer to used matched sets when buying new ones, but at the same time, I like to explore the advances and cost savings from a variety of manufacturers. New compositions and designs from the 'off brand' mfgs are getting REALLY good nowadays. I have yet to be really disappointed when trying some of the new brands for my vintage honda. I do try to stay away from the absolute cheapest tires, and always do match tire type (radial vs. bias), and especially, load range and speed ratings. Make sure the new tire matches these three requirements and you'll likely really like the performances vs. an old worn tire.

I would recommend the K177 dunlops if you want to stick with the classic look on your wing.

but the Elite 3 is the current replacement for waht you have on the bike.

and the D404 is a real common, inexpesive and fully capable tire for just cruising in the city.

ive been working parts in a shop for nearly 8 yrs. and have had luck with all 3.

also might wanna check into a metzeller if your looking for high mileage out of a set of hoops.

get at me with any other ?'s you may have

If your Jackpot has a Dunlop Cruisemax on the front that's the problem. The first two Cruisemax's on the front of my Vegas had to be replaced at 6000 miles. The third tire was a Dunlop 90/90 Elite 3, that tire lasted 12,000 miles