Mixing tires?

'73 H1 Triple · 07-10-2011, 03:17 PM

Two years ago I put a set of Bridgestone BT 021 on my '93 Kawasaki ZR1100

It's time for a new front tire ( the back still has plenty of life left in it ) but it seems the BT 021 has been discontinued. The front tire is 12/70-18 ( kawasaki thought an oddball size was a good idea? )

http://www.bikebandit.com/bridgeston...otorcycle-tire

BT 021

BT 023

I don't race, rarely go over 80 mph but like to corner ( within reason on a 1993 cycle ). See any problems?

Here's the product description from Bike Bandit
Looking for consistent performance between touring and sport riding? Bridgestone's BT-023 has a new tread pattern and rubber compound that deliver long mileage, a high level of wet performance, a comfortable ride and good grip. The rear tire's 3LC (Dual Compound) technology provides good stability and wear life in center and strong grip and bump absorption in shoulder of tire. Silica plus RC polymer (assists silica effect and controls rubber properties) enhances wet performance and wear life.

Between my AMA discount ( 10% ) and a $10 BB gift card I got with my AMA renewal, I can get the tire for $107 shipped.

Thanks
Jeff

07-10-2011, 03:17 PM	#1
'73 H1 Triple restorer of the original Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Zionsville,PA Moto: '93 ZR1100 &'73 Kawasaki H1 500 Posts: 1,331	Mixing tires? Two years ago I put a set of Bridgestone BT 021 on my '93 Kawasaki ZR1100 It's time for a new front tire ( the back still has plenty of life left in it ) but it seems the BT 021 has been discontinued. The front tire is 12/70-18 ( kawasaki thought an oddball size was a good idea? ) http://www.bikebandit.com/bridgeston...otorcycle-tire BT 021 BT 023 I don't race, rarely go over 80 mph but like to corner ( within reason on a 1993 cycle ). See any problems? Here's the product description from Bike Bandit Looking for consistent performance between touring and sport riding? Bridgestone's BT-023 has a new tread pattern and rubber compound that deliver long mileage, a high level of wet performance, a comfortable ride and good grip. The rear tire's 3LC (Dual Compound) technology provides good stability and wear life in center and strong grip and bump absorption in shoulder of tire. Silica plus RC polymer (assists silica effect and controls rubber properties) enhances wet performance and wear life. Between my AMA discount ( 10% ) and a $10 BB gift card I got with my AMA renewal, I can get the tire for $107 shipped. Thanks Jeff