Author Topic: Michelin PR 4 (Read 14719 times)

mmccarthy · « **on:** September 10, 2014, 09:38:27 PM »

Hi all,
I put a set of Michelin PR4 tyres on the ST on June 22nd.
First photo is on Aug 9th at 10,000 kms.
Second photos are on Aug 18th at 15,000 kms.
Third photos are on Aug 30th at 20,000 kms.
Note: Not too many windy roads on this trip

Brock · « **Reply #1 on:** September 10, 2014, 09:51:17 PM »

Stack of Ks left there

Diesel · « **Reply #2 on:** September 18, 2014, 02:50:56 PM »

Great stuff mccarthy - thanks for sharing.

Always interested to know what mileage Members are getting from their hoops, and what sorts of roads/riding style they do it on.

Cheers, Diesel

StinkyPete · « **Reply #3 on:** September 18, 2014, 03:57:47 PM »

Third photo of the rear shows it's down to the indicator on the right side, but there's plenty of tread left on the left. Damn that road camber...

I therefore disagree with Brock, and think the tyre is close to the end of it's legal life.

Brock · « **Reply #4 on:** September 18, 2014, 04:17:27 PM »

Nothing a hot soldering iron with a scooped tip wouldnt fix Pete

StinkyPete · « **Reply #5 on:** September 18, 2014, 04:27:15 PM »

Quote from: Brock on September 18, 2014, 04:17:27 PM

Nothing a hot soldering iron with a scooped tip wouldnt fix Pete

You may be on to something Brock.

Back in the old days, it was considered OK to re-groove worn out tyres, and I'm not talking about retreads.

JC · « **Reply #6 on:** August 31, 2015, 11:20:53 PM »

Quote from: mmccarthy on September 10, 2014, 09:38:27 PM

Hi all,
I put a set of Michelin PR4 tyres on the ST on June 22nd.
First photo is on Aug 9th at 10,000 kms.
Second photos are on Aug 18th at 15,000 kms.
Third photos are on Aug 30th at 20,000 kms.
Note: Not too many windy roads on this trip

Did the ST get new shoes for the BDR to "The Rock"??

mmccarthy · « **Reply #7 on:** September 02, 2015, 10:19:22 AM »

Hi John
I put a new front tyre on before we left replacing the one that went around Oz 33,000 kms. My back tyre had done 8,500 kms so it had enough in it. The rear will be replaced fairly soon after 6,000 kms to the Rock. I have ridden a few more corners so won't go quite as far.

Michael

JC · « **Reply #8 on:** September 02, 2015, 09:46:21 PM »

Quote from: mmccarthy on September 02, 2015, 10:19:22 AM

Hi John
I put a new front tyre on before we left replacing the one that went around Oz 33,000 kms. My back tyre had done 8,500 kms so it had enough in it. The rear will be replaced fairly soon after 6,000 kms to the Rock. I have ridden a few more corners so won't go quite as far.

Michael

Thanks for the info. Hope the Red Centre ride went well.

How far did the back BDRAA tyre go, before being replaced?
Have you continued with PR4's?

The picture of the front tyre at 20,000km seems to have a nail head showing???

My 2nd ST actually has PR3's on it that are getting to look a bit sad, and the bike only has about 24,000km on it, some of which were probably on the original Bridgestone BT020's. I have a half worn rear Bridgestone Exedra Max left over from my BDRAA trip, so will get that fitted for a start then have to choose which way to go after that.

My CBR1000F has the Bridgestone BT023 tyres on it and they seem to work quite well up here when pushed. They might not be much good down your way, though, as they seem a bit too hard for the cold wet weather. (especially like we had coming out of Bateau Bay and Glen Innes last year)

We've both got our leave applications in (mine has already been approved) and the boat trips are booked, so we plan to see you in Feb/Mar 2016, if not sooner.

Regards
John

mmccarthy · « **Reply #9 on:** September 03, 2015, 08:04:05 PM »

We had a cooler ride to the centre this year. We had some rain later in the day coming into Clare SA. From Port Augusta to Coober Pedy we had a fairly strong side wind that kept things interesting. Only had the liner out of my jacket for 4 days out of the 14 days we were away.
My rear tyre from around Oz was changed at 24,000 kms and changed the front after 33,000 kms.
That must be a small pebble in the tread, didn't have any punctures.
I have put the Michelin PR4 tyres on again. They feel great in the corners and get good mileage so no reason to change.
I'm looking forward to catching up when you are over. If you need accommodation in Launceston you are more than welcome to stay.
Cheers mate

Gadget · « **Reply #10 on:** September 03, 2015, 10:08:04 PM »

My current PR4s are just down to the wear bars after 16,000+ km. Going to organise some more and be more careful with tyre pursues.

Biggles · « **Reply #11 on:** September 04, 2015, 11:13:53 AM »

"be more careful with tyre pursues."

Let us know how that goes.

Gadget · « **Reply #12 on:** September 04, 2015, 08:58:47 PM »

Well I can't get new PR4s, :( so tomorrow I get new PR3s.

JC · « **Reply #13 on:** September 05, 2015, 07:32:20 AM »

Quote from: Gadget on September 04, 2015, 08:58:47 PM

Well I can't get new PR4s, :( so tomorrow I get new PR3s.

The PR3's are probably old stock, so I'd be ordering PR4's and waiting a few days.

Gadget · « **Reply #14 on:** September 05, 2015, 08:20:04 AM »

I normally would JC, but I'm heading off on a 5,200+ km ride Thursday morning.

Cheers,
Gary

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Wild Rose · « **Reply #15 on:** September 05, 2015, 08:56:10 AM »

Gadget
I got a new PR4 rear from TeamMoto Moorooka 2 weeks ago

tj189 · « **Reply #16 on:** September 05, 2015, 09:54:06 AM »

Try the Angel GT

Quote from: Gadget on September 05, 2015, 08:20:04 AM

I normally would JC, but I'm heading off on a 5,200+ km ride Thursday morning.

Cheers,
Gary

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Gadget · « **Reply #17 on:** September 05, 2015, 09:54:37 AM »

The PR3s are already fitted TJ.

Cheers,
Gary

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Gadget · « **Reply #18 on:** September 05, 2015, 10:46:09 AM »

Thought this sign at the dealership was interesting.

Cheers,
Gary

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Biggles · « **Reply #19 on:** September 05, 2015, 11:30:23 AM »

Pretty impressive demo.

I wonder where you find a strip of epoxy long enough to conduct a braking test?

Gadget · « **Reply #20 on:** September 05, 2015, 11:52:37 AM »

At a Dekra Test Centre track.

Cheers,
Gary

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Gadget · « **Reply #21 on:** September 05, 2015, 04:49:12 PM »

Well that escalated quickly. When the wheels came off, it became very obvious that the front and rear brake pads were down to less than 1 mm of wear left.

So while they were at it I asked them to do an oil and filter change in preparation for the big ride.

$795.00 = 3 x brake pad sets, brake fluid, new PR3s, fitting, balancing, labour and workshop consumables and most importantly SWMBO is less stressed about my big ride and I'm very happy.

Cheers,
Gary

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JC · « **Reply #22 on:** September 07, 2015, 12:22:35 AM »

It seems that the revamped, dual compound, Metzeler Z8's have upstaged the other Sport Touring tyres, according to Motorrad.

This is the final result of the comparative which saw the success of the Metzeler Roadtec Z8 INTERACT followed by Pirelli Angel GT tied with Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT, and all other participant tyres following:
•1. Metzeler ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT
•2. Pirelli Angel GT
•2. Michelin Pilot Road 4 GT
•4. Bridgestone Battlax T30 EVO
•5. Dunlop Sportmax RoadSmart II
•6. Continental Road Attack 2 GT

http://www.mcnews.com.au/metzeler-roadtec-z8-interact-wins-motorrad-comparo/

Crocman · « **Reply #23 on:** September 07, 2015, 10:19:18 AM »

hey Guys looking around Brisbane and trying getting a Michelin Pilot Road 4 but the book says 17 inch front and mine is 18nch making it more expensive is this just a one off or are the shops taking the piss out of me I been quoted $250 just for the front ? my current tyres are front 12/70 18 rear 170/60 17

Wild Rose · « **Reply #24 on:** September 07, 2015, 11:10:33 AM »

Try TeamMoto Moorooka I just replaced a rear at a cost of $260

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