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Looking for advice on tyres - my newley aquired DT 400 still has the original tyres from 1976 fitted to it so clearly need replacing.

Most of my riding will be on the road so not really looking for off road tyres - been thinking that Continental - Conti Go might be a good choice but would appreciate any recommendations.
Ex Yam DT400C, Triumph Trident 660, Triumph 865, Kawasaki KH 400
Last edit: 12 Jun 2022 00:15 by Andy_C.
12 Jun 2022 00:14 #1

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Replied by AirborneSilva on topic Tyre choice

I've been searching for affordable tires (would like to get the Heidenau tire but out of my current price range), so here's what I've come up with, since most manufacturers don't make matching tires to fit out bikes... 

Duro HF307 TRIALS TREAD MOTORCYCLE TIRES
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400
1981 DT175H
1972 DT2 250
1980 GT80
1972 JT2
12 Jun 2022 05:52 #2

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Replied by Pedalcrazy on topic Tyre choice

For the best factory look at a decent price I use IRC Trials. No need to spend the money on Heidenaus (I use those when I need a 19” front tire). The 76 400 uses a 21” so more options out there. Look at the IRC Trials.
1978 DT400E
1976 DT400C
1973 RT3
1971 RT1B
1968 DT1 (3)
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Replied by AirborneSilva on topic Tyre choice

I'd like to buy the IRC but can't find the correct 3.25-19 front tire.
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400
1981 DT175H
1972 DT2 250
1980 GT80
1972 JT2
14 Jun 2022 03:15 #4

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Replied by Pedalcrazy on topic Tyre choice

I already answered that? The 76 DT400 uses a 3.00 x 21” tire not a 19” tire. Maybe you are working on a different bike? 
1978 DT400E
1976 DT400C
1973 RT3
1971 RT1B
1968 DT1 (3)
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Last edit: 14 Jun 2022 05:27 by Pedalcrazy.
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Replied by AirborneSilva on topic Tyre choice

You'd be right if I was talking about my 76 DT400 but I'm searching for my 72 DT2, guess I didn't make that clear - my fault...
 
2023 Tenere T7
1976 DT400C
1975 DT400
1981 DT175H
1972 DT2 250
1980 GT80
1972 JT2
14 Jun 2022 12:29 #6

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Replied by Andy_C on topic Tyre choice

You are right my DT400 does have a 21" front wheel / 18" rear.

I have managed to find some road based tyres that will fit both both front and rear, they are Avon Road Rider MK2 - these will be ideal for me as all my riding will be done on the road. Another alternative are Biddgestone Battlax tyres.

As you may know I am based in the UK and Avon tyres are readily available.
Ex Yam DT400C, Triumph Trident 660, Triumph 865, Kawasaki KH 400
Last edit: 14 Jun 2022 13:42 by Andy_C.
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