I wholeheartedly 2nd THIS. I’m a seasoned rider (36 years riding exp) and I recently switched to Road 6’s on my 2019 Super Duke. It literally revolutionized the riding experience. Crackin’ tyre. Also, check out anecdotal reports of the longevity of these… some are reporting averages of 8-12K miles.
@@DookeyRidrAnd I wholeheartedly 3rd it, just got a second set on my GS. Got 8k out of my last set and they still had a bit of life in them but off to Germany and I think yo need 1.6mm - the back was on that in the middle. Fab tyres
I suggest you visit a suspension specialist. I had just started track days on my Ducati Monster S2R1000, and quickly realized I needed new tires. So I had a pair of top Pirellis fitted and it made a huge difference, a very big improvement. Then I went to the racers favorite suspension tuner, who fitted "gold valves" and new springs to the fork, and new springs to the rear shock. That was a revelation - and at least as big an improvement as the tires had been the week before. I could drop down inside other riders all over the track. On road riding did get stiffer, by maybe a third. But, I had been looking for track performance. The tuner can set you up with smooth handling with the correct sag for better handling. Go to the specialist.
I've had a lot of tyres on my bikes over 43 years of road riding. The change to a new profile is always noticeable, the tip in is always different and normally very much for the better !
I just wanted to say I just got a 2024 Bonneville T120 Stealth edition in the blue. Finally got my dream bike. Looking forward to many happy years with it.
I fitted Road 6's to my Triumph Speed Twin two months ago, 3,000 miles later they have transformed the bike. Where previously when fitted with the OEM Metzeler Racetec RR K3's the ride was harsh and uncomfortable, also scary in the wet, it is now far more comfortable and the Road 6's give great confidence on all roads in all conditions. I also have the Road 6's on a BMW R1250GS and longevity is supurb; they have covered 10,000 miles mostly touring with pillion and luggage and the front tyre still has 2mm and the rear the best part of 5mm remaining. Enjoy the new tyres.
Hey Mr Flyer, I could actually hear that sweet twin quite nicely in the background. The mic just lets in enough background noise. Perfect sound mix. Love the scenery around these old English villages. I would love to drop into the Queens Head for a pint.
Fitted road 6’s on my current 2023 triumph Street RS… glad I did. So much better in the rain and i don’t feel like I’m loosing out on the Supercorsas in the dry either. Excellent tires!
It's Alan Turing, played by Benedict Cumberbatch 😉. Sorry to hear about your shoulder, fingers crossed it gets sorted sooner rather than later! The exhaust has a lovely burble when you're pootling around town, love to hear it!
I thatched a roof for one of the original Code Breakers. A Mr Alan Stripp...Lived in my home village in South's Cambs. Author of book called 'Code Breakers'. Passed away now... Lovely guy. His stone is in Linton grave yard. Lovely bike by the way. Beautiful sound. Better than my Zzr1400.
Hi Andy great bonus video, you mentioned getting your suspension upgraded by a specialist, that’s what I did with my street triple r, I used MCT a very well known suspension specialist with a very well deserved reputation for great work down here in suffolk, it made such a big difference to my bike
Tyres change shape as they wear on bikes, so yes - new tyres can make a huge difference to feel even if not in outright grip. I usually change because a flat or step has formed even though tread is still relatively good
I binned those Michelins on my Zed and went for Pirelli MT60 pretend-knobbly. Relevant, because like you say, tyres can alter a bike. My Zed is a million times better now, and I certainly don't tip-toe as much in the wet. I don't go fast enough to get them too hot, plus the roads where I live are shite. They felt really skatey to me. My mate Pad has a Speed Twin with loud pipes on. Sounds ace. I test rode one before getting my Scrambler 1200, but it felt too small at the time, hence the Scrambler. Keep up the good work. :)
Metzeler tourance are also really good pretend off-road tyres. Really sticky and displace loads of water when it's wet. Cope with fire roads and sand well but wouldn't fancy my chances in mud 😅
Excellent little bonus video there Andy, thanks. I do have to say having 'sat' on the Triumph and listened to that beautiful background burble why on earth do you need any other bike, excluding Goldie of course, for pottering around on? It is a gem and think of the garage space and insurance savings you could make by trimming those unnecessary luxurious hangers on that you house!! 🙂🙃🙂😂
Morning TMF! I've had Road 4's and 5's on several bikes. Excellent all-round tyres, especially in the wet. Not hardcore twisties tyres but extremely good on B-roads if you want to have fun. I've heard the 6's are predictably excellent!
Thanks for another enjoyable video. As an alternative to Ohlins, you might consider rear shocks by YSS. I added them to my '21 Speed Twin 1200, and they improved the ride and handling significantly. The YSS shocks are fully adjustable, look better than the chunky OEM's, and for substantially less money than the Ohlins. If only I could figure out how to include a photo in this comment.
Had to slow down to .25 speed to help my pausing skills; but I got there! Also got these tyers today, could immdeatily feel the difference. Many thanks as always for your work.
The little ones looking around 10 mins... I think the seed's been planted in the mind of the lad at the front! Lovely sounding bike, and I'm taking note of those tires - I live in a place where the storms can pop pretty quickly and quite severely at certain times of year.
Neat wee story. Tyre choice is a good one Andy. We have these tyres on our beemer and they do everything well. On a side note we recently purchased a couple of TMF neck tubes which are now proudly displayed cruising round Christchurch New Zealand. Cheers Jimmy
Thanks for sharing. Have the speed twin 2023 and replaced rear shocks with Nitrons and transformed the bike handling. Also added Ohlins steering damper and this also tightened the bike handling. Have another 1-2k for the tires. Have the MR6 on my other bike, amazing handling especially on various weather. Cheers
Lovely little extra video, on what is very quickly becoming my new favourite bike. Just love the burbling sound from the exhaust, which is audible enough on your videos. Also pleased to hear that you still go on trips/rides just for yourself too. As much as I enjoy your filming, you need to relax and have some 'you' time.
I own the same Speed Twin, including color of your bike. I just had Nitron rear shocks installed and a new rear Pirelli IV tire as well as throttle spacer and DNA oil bath air filter with snorkel removed. It now feels like a much better bike. Nitron shocks transformed the handling. I'm a happy biker!
I too have the same bike and color. I installed Nitron upgrades both front and rear. Huge improvement on the front, less improvement on the rear. No more exaggerated brake dive. Highly recommended. Installation of the new front cartridges was challenging though because removing the old ones was very difficult.
Good choice Andy. I am just about to fit my 7th set. The GS eats tyres so I have my local tyre fitter on speed dial. I also put a pair on my Thruxton and they are a better all round tyre for it than the OEM tyres that did not like the wet.
Thanks for the heads Andy, I'm going to need new tyres on my Speed Twin soon, and I've been considering either Michelin Road 6s, or Dunlop Mutants, so to hear your comments on the Road 6s is very confidence inspiring.
Got the 6’s GT on my new Tracer 7 GT, what a great tyre they are. Mostly ridden in the dry except when returning to South Devon from Buxton where we were based for 4 nights, it tipped it down. Really confidence inspiring tyres and after 2,000 miles absolutely no sign of any wear, will replace them with the same when the time comes. Love the exhaust note on your bike.
Love your vlog ….Ha very interesting !! I’ve got a 2020 speed twin had Rosso 3 s on mine too and just changed to road 6 at 4250 miles what an amazing difference The issue with the old tyres was the bike just didn’t want to turn in on corners ( it never used to Be like this ) I am sure after 4 years they go a bit hard and combined with wear feathering on the front plus a slight step!! Plus a slight flat on the back one I was beginning to think it was a suspension issue I love my Triumph it’s a keep bike … just sold my Ducati Multistrada V2S after 2 years 6750 miles loved it but replaced it with new S1000XR I have only done 100 miles on it just an amazing bike to ride keep up the good work hope the shoulder gets better soon , Ash
Great to see the new Michelin Road 6’s in the Speed Twin I’m sure your handling will be vastly improved. And I had your video on in my car and the Triumph sounded fantastic so you sound kit is working well 👍👍thanks for the video 😊😊
I currently have the Road 5s and love them! They are a huge improvement on the Rosso III's I had previously. Can't wait to try the 6s when mine wear out.
Got Road 6s on the MT10. Excellent choice if a little on the expensive side. I struggled to notice much difference between the older Michelin Road 5 and 6 other than price.
As you maybe aware Nitron do fork internals and rear shocks for the 1200 Speed Twin. Just fitted Road 6's to my Multistrada V4S. Can't wait to try them out!
I have installed Nitrons both front and rear on my 2019 Speed Twin. Greatly improved front end performance (significantly reduced nose dive from braking) and feels more planted and confident in the corners.
Feel for you about the shoulder surgery I go to the surgeon tomorrow about my back and in September I’m having a total knee replacement surgery stay well Mr flyer
I had the dealership put Road 6's on my new NX500 i git a few weeks ago--2000km on it so far and i can report the Road 6 tires incredible. Handling wise they fall over easily and are very sticky and in the rain they are like on rails...love these tires
Hi Andy Have the road six fitted to all my bikes really notice the difference in the way the machine handles Anyway you can't go wrong when you have a Nigel looking after you gear Regards Nigel Thomas from Tasmania 😊
The OEM pirellis on my mid 2019 Speed Twin lasted until late 2023 , with about 5,500 miles on the clock . I got some Metzler Roadtec SE01. MCN's Neevesy raved about them ! Since I knew naff all about tyres, I got them . They seem okay. I guess I'm talentless, or maybe just don't ride enough bikes often enough, they seem to handle very similar to the OEM pirellis !
That’s right it was a departure from owning Yamaha’s for me. A sort of patriotic move. Went straight back to MT10 SP. Does everything a high days and holidays bike should do. I even like the looks 😂
My CB1000R was supplied with Pirelli Rosso tyres, and find they just don’t communicate with me and the road. Michelin Pilots have always been my go to preference, and you know what’s coming from this…. Good to see you doing a bit more on your own bikes again.
I think 5 years is about it for Moto tires, I just bought a used 2017 GS Adventure with 7000 miles on it but the tires themselves were 7 years old. They looked alright tread wise but the age on them made me change immediately (especially given I bought the bike to bring my wife on rides, the super duke doesn't quite cut it:)) Enjoy your new tires, new tire day is always one of my favorite for any machine.
Nice one TMF , thinking of changing my 701 for speed twin , so I can travel a bit further , if I have set of tyres on my bike and they feel good I tend to keep the same make each time I change , but tyres are all a lot better since the days of the o.e. Tyres being pretty rubbish most are plenty good enough nowadays , once they start squaring off its defo soon time for a change . The bike sounds great by the way .👍👍
After watching this today you have confirmed the Michelins will be my next tyres on my SpeedTwin. Hope you get some positive news on where they are going with the shoulder.
Morning nice bonus, Bike sounds great. Nice to see the Triumph out and about. I hear recommended MC tire life is 5 years something to do with compounds ect.
I fitted road 5 to my 22 plate NC750X and it's made a big difference...then I have just upgrade the suspension front and rear with Hyperpro shock and springs....totally transformed the bike. So...go for the suspension upgrade Andy :-) cheers for the bonus vid
@@Bryan11210 unfortunately I crashed my bike recently, but while it was in the repair shop (insurance) I asked them to fit my upgraded suspension while they did the other work. They (4 Dimension, Woking) did an excellent job on the repairs and fitting of suspension parts. They charged me £210 plus VAT.
New tires are often about as good as a suspension upgrade. New rubber absorbs quite a bit of the unpleasant vibrations you feel throughout the bike. Wish it lasted longer than it does but I've found that after about 1,000 miles that feeling quickly goes away. I think it's real and not just new tire euphoria.
This is only my opinion I have no connection to them but I have now fitted three Nitron rear shocks to my last three bikes and Nitron front fork valves. I have on another bike used Ohlins for the front forks and the Nitron in my view was better quality than the Ohlins cartridges. They will still take a month to build them but they are made in England and will be built to your spec. As for the Michelins. I have the Road 5 on mt BMW and I really rate them.
Whem you do suspension do it right. Get springs for your riding weight and possible luggage. Gront and rear. Then when installed set the sag properly. Little help is good. I have Ohlins on some of mine great difference. Tractive, Wilburs Ikon all have good components. But you need to get the correct springs when get them. Buy them once. It will make a day nite difference. Total new motorcycle like should have been from the factory to begin with. Safe rides
Have had road 5s on a couple of my bikes and I have to say that they are the best tires I’ve ever used imo Shame they don’t make them in a 21” Front or I would have them on this bike like a shot Hope the shoulder get sorted Andy
Currently riding the Picos de Europa on a Speed Twin fitted with Road 6s - highly recommend. Apart from the range, a great bike for touring - so much easier on the tight hairpins than the GS.
I really do like the speed twin it’s a bike that I’d like to own. Try obsession engineering for your suspension they have a RUclips channel and a British super bike team.
Rubber compounds get harder as they age. Fresh tires make a world of difference in handling. I seen in comments one person says he installed brand new 10 year old tires. Whoever sold you those should not be in the tire business as they should have been removed from inventory at least 5 years earlier.
The Road 6 has a much smoother steering feel imo, but if coming from something that tips easily, they do initially feel like they're flat/riding through a ditch. Found this exact feeling when I went from M9RRs to the Road 6 on my S1000R - but a few rides and I was dialed in. Love the Road 6 though, they are imo the best road tyre in the went - I've been able to apply the same hard braking on a set of M50s in the wet, as in the dry
Riding in the dry on road most tyres will work well, when it’s wet tread pattern and hardness of rubber make a difference. Should say I’m yet to find a tyre that cope with white lines or road paint in the wet yet.
Tyre pressure is one thing to consider aswell. It often says one thing on the tyre and another in the manual. Find the one that suits your kind of riding. One of the best I've had was the Avon Spirit. Are these M6 better? Thank you mr Flyer!
Sorry to hear about the shoulder hope 3rd time lucky. Love the triumph.I’ve done 8000 miles on my tyres bikes are 4 years old will definitely need replacement next year I calculate extra 3000 miles left.
In relation, I just put new tyres, Michelin Pilot Power 2CT's, on my SV1000 which has always handled like a wheelbarrow full of poop. Totally transformed it, like a new bike now.
When I test rode a Speed Twin the OEM tyres were great and showed off the bike’s handling potential….but realistically they were far racier than the bike’s likely real-world use required. It’s a trait I’ve noticed with other Triumph models too = fitted with sports tyres that in time will inevitably be replaced with sports touring tyres!
Good idea to upgrade your suspension, I heard that progressive springs are very good, Road 6 good choice 👍🏍️. My shoulder is still painful, just bought a DNA filter for my Classic 350 , did about 60 miles yesterday , went to a bikers cafe just outside Bridgenorth great bunch they encouraged me as that’s was the furthest I had ridden . Also fitted a heel and toe gear changer, a lot better changing gear. Something I find hard is the weight of the gear I wear, it’s so heavy lol.
May I ask what part of Wales you are visiting? Don't forget we have a 20mph limit here now....be careful coz plod will get ya!!!! In the 80's, 90's and into the 00's Mich bike tyres were terrible, so for decades I used various other premium brands. However, after reading rave reviews a few years ago about big improvements with Michelin bike tyres I decided to give them another go, and so glad I did. Mega edge grip, offering supreme confidence, predictable turn-in (on the sporty side of neutral), very compliant carcass.....Mich are now my preferred bike tyre brand.
When I had my Speed Twin I found the Rosso3 slow to turn in and sluggish almost like they were underinflated. I changed them as soon as I could after trying to find a way of riding them..I changed them for Avon 3D XM and they transformed the bike ,fast turn in grip for days, surefooted and predictable. As with the PR6 , all I hear is people replacing their tyres with these where they could get either the PR5 or PR4 , cheaper and certainly as good in the real world of road riding bearing in mind the vast majority of today's tyres can out perform the abilities of the majority of riders limits.
I put Road 6s on my Tiger 900. Transformed the handling of the bike. Much better than the Metzler Tourance Next 2s that it came with. They were rubbish in the wet.
The Road 6 are absolutely awesome.
I wholeheartedly 2nd THIS. I’m a seasoned rider (36 years riding exp) and I recently switched to Road 6’s on my 2019 Super Duke. It literally revolutionized the riding experience. Crackin’ tyre. Also, check out anecdotal reports of the longevity of these… some are reporting averages of 8-12K miles.
@@DookeyRidrAnd I wholeheartedly 3rd it, just got a second set on my GS. Got 8k out of my last set and they still had a bit of life in them but off to Germany and I think yo need 1.6mm - the back was on that in the middle. Fab tyres
@@MarkATaylor I can only imagine how awesome the GS would handle on these tyres.
Thank you for stopping for a photo in Barmouth on Tuesday. I hope you enjoy the rest of your time in Wales.
Lovely to meet you and any time. Cant beat Wales in the sunshine!!
I suggest you visit a suspension specialist. I had just started track days on my Ducati Monster S2R1000, and quickly realized I needed new tires. So I had a pair of top Pirellis fitted and it made a huge difference, a very big improvement. Then I went to the racers favorite suspension tuner, who fitted "gold valves" and new springs to the fork, and new springs to the rear shock. That was a revelation - and at least as big an improvement as the tires had been the week before. I could drop down inside other riders all over the track. On road riding did get stiffer, by maybe a third. But, I had been looking for track performance. The tuner can set you up with smooth handling with the correct sag for better handling. Go to the specialist.
Yes I am thinking about that....
Could you please take that kettle off the stove
Lmmao
Excellent 😂
Got ‘em!
I've had a lot of tyres on my bikes over 43 years of road riding. The change to a new profile is always noticeable, the tip in is always different and normally very much for the better !
I just wanted to say I just got a 2024 Bonneville T120 Stealth edition in the blue. Finally got my dream bike. Looking forward to many happy years with it.
Congratulations and enjoy!
I sent my Speed Twin to Brooks for a full Nitron set up! Never looked back 👍
Shocks and fork internals
I fitted Road 6's to my Triumph Speed Twin two months ago, 3,000 miles later they have transformed the bike. Where previously when fitted with the OEM Metzeler Racetec RR K3's the ride was harsh and uncomfortable, also scary in the wet, it is now far more comfortable and the Road 6's give great confidence on all roads in all conditions. I also have the Road 6's on a BMW R1250GS and longevity is supurb; they have covered 10,000 miles mostly touring with pillion and luggage and the front tyre still has 2mm and the rear the best part of 5mm remaining. Enjoy the new tyres.
Wow that's some longevity!
Hey Mr Flyer, I could actually hear that sweet twin quite nicely in the background. The mic just lets in enough background noise. Perfect sound mix. Love the scenery around these old English villages. I would love to drop into the Queens Head for a pint.
Delighted to hear that Matt!
You live in a lovely region, everyone drives slowly and respectfully. You and your Speedtwin engine are absolutely stress free…
That’s nice
Generally speaking you are right! Thanks for watching!
Fitted road 6’s on my current 2023 triumph Street RS… glad I did. So much better in the rain and i don’t feel like I’m loosing out on the Supercorsas in the dry either. Excellent tires!
It's Alan Turing, played by Benedict Cumberbatch 😉. Sorry to hear about your shoulder, fingers crossed it gets sorted sooner rather than later!
The exhaust has a lovely burble when you're pootling around town, love to hear it!
Yes me too….
@@TheMissendenFlyer
Dare I say a second opinion might be in order?
I thatched a roof for one of the original Code Breakers. A Mr Alan Stripp...Lived in my home village in South's Cambs.
Author of book called 'Code Breakers'.
Passed away now...
Lovely guy.
His stone is in Linton grave yard.
Lovely bike by the way.
Beautiful sound.
Better than my Zzr1400.
Love the Speed Twin, it's such a good looking bike. Nice to see it getting some love.
Hi Andy great bonus video, you mentioned getting your suspension upgraded by a specialist, that’s what I did with my street triple r, I used MCT a very well known suspension specialist with a very well deserved reputation for great work down here in suffolk, it made such a big difference to my bike
Tyres change shape as they wear on bikes, so yes - new tyres can make a huge difference to feel even if not in outright grip. I usually change because a flat or step has formed even though tread is still relatively good
I binned those Michelins on my Zed and went for Pirelli MT60 pretend-knobbly. Relevant, because like you say, tyres can alter a bike. My Zed is a million times better now, and I certainly don't tip-toe as much in the wet. I don't go fast enough to get them too hot, plus the roads where I live are shite. They felt really skatey to me.
My mate Pad has a Speed Twin with loud pipes on. Sounds ace. I test rode one before getting my Scrambler 1200, but it felt too small at the time, hence the Scrambler.
Keep up the good work. :)
Metzeler tourance are also really good pretend off-road tyres. Really sticky and displace loads of water when it's wet. Cope with fire roads and sand well but wouldn't fancy my chances in mud 😅
I am thinking about buying a speed twin, they look great.
I love mine....
Excellent little bonus video there Andy, thanks. I do have to say having 'sat' on the Triumph and listened to that beautiful background burble why on earth do you need any other bike, excluding Goldie of course, for pottering around on? It is a gem and think of the garage space and insurance savings you could make by trimming those unnecessary luxurious hangers on that you house!! 🙂🙃🙂😂
That thought does cross my mind from time to time!
Morning TMF! I've had Road 4's and 5's on several bikes. Excellent all-round tyres, especially in the wet. Not hardcore twisties tyres but extremely good on B-roads if you want to have fun. I've heard the 6's are predictably excellent!
I agree!
The Road 6's were absolutely fine even on a trackday on my Street Triple, though the sessions were only 20 mins long per group.
Thanks for another enjoyable video. As an alternative to Ohlins, you might consider rear shocks by YSS. I added them to my '21 Speed Twin 1200, and they improved the ride and handling significantly. The YSS shocks are fully adjustable, look better than the chunky OEM's, and for substantially less money than the Ohlins. If only I could figure out how to include a photo in this comment.
Glad to see you have your mirrors the correct way round 😊
Always!
@@TheMissendenFlyer
They look wrong to me...!
Had to slow down to .25 speed to help my pausing skills; but I got there! Also got these tyers today, could immdeatily feel the difference. Many thanks as always for your work.
Well done on the pausing (even though you cheated!!)
The little ones looking around 10 mins... I think the seed's been planted in the mind of the lad at the front! Lovely sounding bike, and I'm taking note of those tires - I live in a place where the storms can pop pretty quickly and quite severely at certain times of year.
Changed my front and rear suspension on my 2020 Speed Twin to Nitron. Completely transformed the bike and the service from Nitron was impeccable.
Yes they get rave reviews don't they....will look into them....
Brilliant tyres, mileage and grip in all conditions is outstanding.
Great tyres, my RnineT has them and they have tons of grip wet and dry.
Neat wee story. Tyre choice is a good one Andy. We have these tyres on our beemer and they do everything well. On a side note we recently purchased a couple of TMF neck tubes which are now proudly displayed cruising round Christchurch New Zealand. Cheers Jimmy
Excellent news!
Good review, thinking of putting these tyres soon on my speed twin 900
Thanks for sharing. Have the speed twin 2023 and replaced rear shocks with Nitrons and transformed the bike handling. Also added Ohlins steering damper and this also tightened the bike handling. Have another 1-2k for the tires. Have the MR6 on my other bike, amazing handling especially on various weather. Cheers
Thanks for the info!
Lovely little extra video, on what is very quickly becoming my new favourite bike. Just love the burbling sound from the exhaust, which is audible enough on your videos. Also pleased to hear that you still go on trips/rides just for yourself too. As much as I enjoy your filming, you need to relax and have some 'you' time.
Thank you!
I own the same Speed Twin, including color of your bike. I just had Nitron rear shocks installed and a new rear Pirelli IV tire as well as throttle spacer and DNA oil bath air filter with snorkel removed. It now feels like a much better bike. Nitron shocks transformed the handling. I'm a happy biker!
Sounds great!
I too have the same bike and color. I installed Nitron upgrades both front and rear. Huge improvement on the front, less improvement on the rear. No more exaggerated brake dive. Highly recommended. Installation of the new front cartridges was challenging though because removing the old ones was very difficult.
Good choice Andy. I am just about to fit my 7th set. The GS eats tyres so I have my local tyre fitter on speed dial. I also put a pair on my Thruxton and they are a better all round tyre for it than the OEM tyres that did not like the wet.
Thanks for the heads Andy, I'm going to need new tyres on my Speed Twin soon, and I've been considering either Michelin Road 6s, or Dunlop Mutants, so to hear your comments on the Road 6s is very confidence inspiring.
Isn't it Metzler racetec-RR K3 stock on Speed Twin as OEM nowdays ?
Got the 6’s GT on my new Tracer 7 GT, what a great tyre they are. Mostly ridden in the dry except when returning to South Devon from Buxton where we were based for 4 nights, it tipped it down. Really confidence inspiring tyres and after 2,000 miles absolutely no sign of any wear, will replace them with the same when the time comes. Love the exhaust note on your bike.
Cheers - me too 😉
Love your vlog ….Ha very interesting !! I’ve got a 2020 speed twin had Rosso 3 s on mine too and just changed to road 6 at 4250 miles what an amazing difference The issue with the old tyres was the bike just didn’t want to turn in on corners ( it never used to Be like this ) I am sure after 4 years they go a bit hard and combined with wear feathering on the front plus a slight step!! Plus a slight flat on the back one I was beginning to think it was a suspension issue I love my Triumph it’s a keep bike … just sold my Ducati Multistrada V2S after 2 years 6750 miles loved it but replaced it with new S1000XR I have only done 100 miles on it just an amazing bike to ride keep up the good work hope the shoulder gets better soon , Ash
Thank you Ash - much appreciated!
Great to see the new Michelin Road 6’s in the Speed Twin I’m sure your handling will be vastly improved. And I had your video on in my car and the Triumph sounded fantastic so you sound kit is working well 👍👍thanks for the video 😊😊
My pleasure!
I currently have the Road 5s and love them! They are a huge improvement on the Rosso III's I had previously. Can't wait to try the 6s when mine wear out.
Totally agree!
Totally agree about the Road 6s have them fitted to the R1300 GS, perfect .
Nice R1300 plug 😏.
Got Road 6s on the MT10. Excellent choice if a little on the expensive side. I struggled to notice much difference between the older Michelin Road 5 and 6 other than price.
That Bonneville rumble is so sweet. And good choice, the Road 6, I’m running them on My Super Duke R.
As you maybe aware Nitron do fork internals and rear shocks for the 1200 Speed Twin. Just fitted Road 6's to my Multistrada V4S. Can't wait to try them out!
I have installed Nitrons both front and rear on my 2019 Speed Twin. Greatly improved front end performance (significantly reduced nose dive from braking) and feels more planted and confident in the corners.
Feel for you about the shoulder surgery I go to the surgeon tomorrow about my back and in September I’m having a total knee replacement surgery stay well Mr flyer
Thank you - best of luck for tomorrow!
I had the dealership put Road 6's on my new NX500 i git a few weeks ago--2000km on it so far and i can report the Road 6 tires incredible. Handling wise they fall over easily and are very sticky and in the rain they are like on rails...love these tires
You've had the bike 5 years and love it so much you make sure you do at least 500 miles a year on it! 🤔
That’s right!
4 full tanks of petrol.
Hah the curse of having a hundred great bikes to ride each year 😂!
Have you considered Hagon instead of Ohlins for your replacement rear shocks ..?
Hi Andy
Have the road six fitted to all my bikes really notice the difference in the way the machine handles
Anyway you can't go wrong when you have a Nigel looking after you gear
Regards Nigel Thomas from Tasmania 😊
Nice one Nige!
Andy - what really helps with shoulder (or any other place) issues is working out. Lifting.
No kidding.
Sadly my shoulder is such that I can't even lift a full kettle! But yes I agree exercise is a good thing!
Andy, obviously mine is a personal one. But I have only used Michelin for years.. From the Road 4 to the current 6.. Fantastic tyre..
The OEM pirellis on my mid 2019 Speed Twin lasted until late 2023 , with about 5,500 miles on the clock . I got some Metzler Roadtec SE01. MCN's Neevesy raved about them ! Since I knew naff all about tyres, I got them . They seem okay. I guess I'm talentless, or maybe just don't ride enough bikes often enough, they seem to handle very similar to the OEM pirellis !
That’s right it was a departure from owning Yamaha’s for me. A sort of patriotic move. Went straight back to MT10 SP. Does everything a high days and holidays bike should do. I even like the looks 😂
My CB1000R was supplied with Pirelli Rosso tyres, and find they just don’t communicate with me and the road. Michelin Pilots have always been my go to preference, and you know what’s coming from this…. Good to see you doing a bit more on your own bikes again.
I put some Hagon shocks on the rear of my T100 Bonneville, huge difference 😊
I have used Hagon twin and mono shocks for years, great performance for the money!
I’ve got them on both my bikes, very confidence inspiring, good choice
I think 5 years is about it for Moto tires, I just bought a used 2017 GS Adventure with 7000 miles on it but the tires themselves were 7 years old. They looked alright tread wise but the age on them made me change immediately (especially given I bought the bike to bring my wife on rides, the super duke doesn't quite cut it:)) Enjoy your new tires, new tire day is always one of my favorite for any machine.
Agreed!
Nice one TMF , thinking of changing my 701 for speed twin , so I can travel a bit further , if I have set of tyres on my bike and they feel good I tend to keep the same make each time I change , but tyres are all a lot better since the days of the o.e. Tyres being pretty rubbish most are plenty good enough nowadays , once they start squaring off its defo soon time for a change . The bike sounds great by the way .👍👍
Thanks!
My pet hate is scrubbing in new tyres, I'm always twitchy until I've got at least 3\4 scrubbed in.
Had exactly the same tipping in issue on my 1050 Tiger sport. Put the road 6’s on and sorted👍
The Road 6 tyres are fab. Great in both the wet and dry :)
After watching this today you have confirmed the Michelins will be my next tyres on my SpeedTwin. Hope you get some positive news on where they are going with the shoulder.
Thank you!
Morning nice bonus, Bike sounds great. Nice to see the Triumph out and about. I hear recommended MC tire life is 5 years something to do with compounds ect.
Road6 is my preferred choice, very good in all conditions and the cheapest option when you consider mileage.
I highly recommend you try Nitron shocks for the bike.
Great product,made for your riding style,weight etc.
Made a big difference on my R nine t.
Yes I might have a look at those….
Fantastic noise from those twin pipes 😎👍🥰
Isn’t it!
I fitted road 5 to my 22 plate NC750X and it's made a big difference...then I have just upgrade the suspension front and rear with Hyperpro shock and springs....totally transformed the bike. So...go for the suspension upgrade Andy :-) cheers for the bonus vid
Morning! Do you have the DCT version? Any thoughts?
@@simonthomas5367 yes :-)
I want to upgrade the suspension on mine so much, but I don't trust just any shop or dealer to set it correctly. I'd do it myself if I had a garage.
@jaffamaddin My pleasure as always!
@@Bryan11210 unfortunately I crashed my bike recently, but while it was in the repair shop (insurance) I asked them to fit my upgraded suspension while they did the other work. They (4 Dimension, Woking) did an excellent job on the repairs and fitting of suspension parts. They charged me £210 plus VAT.
I have the older Road 5s on my Aprilia Tuono, the best tyres I've had on a bike in 25 years, great grip and last for ages.
Just about to get these fitted to my r1250gs next Thursday. Can’t wait to try them.
Good choice!
I had those Michelins on My ST3R and they were my favorite tires.
There's not many bad tyres these days not like in the 70's n 80's but if it makes you happy 😀
What a Bike eh - I bought a 2023 model after your posts etc .
Such a hoot to ride
Glad you like it!
Those bar ends ROCK
The Triumph DOES sound lovely!
It does!
New tires are often about as good as a suspension upgrade. New rubber absorbs quite a bit of the unpleasant vibrations you feel throughout the bike. Wish it lasted longer than it does but I've found that after about 1,000 miles that feeling quickly goes away. I think it's real and not just new tire euphoria.
I think most new rubber makes a bike feel much better. I understand that the Road 6's are an excellent tire.
They made a big improvement over stock tyres on my GSA!
On suspension: recommend the front- and rearend upgrade from Wilbers.
I still want that exact bike, color and year ❤
This is only my opinion I have no connection to them but I have now fitted three Nitron rear shocks to my last three bikes and Nitron front fork valves. I have on another bike used Ohlins for the front forks and the Nitron in my view was better quality than the Ohlins cartridges. They will still take a month to build them but they are made in England and will be built to your spec.
As for the Michelins. I have the Road 5 on mt BMW and I really rate them.
Yes I might have another look at the Nitrons….
Nice one Andy.. yes you can hear the bike ok ....sounds glorious by the way....
Thanks 👍
Whem you do suspension do it right. Get springs for your riding weight and possible luggage. Gront and rear. Then when installed set the sag properly. Little help is good. I have Ohlins on some of mine great difference. Tractive, Wilburs Ikon all have good components. But you need to get the correct springs when get them. Buy them once. It will make a day nite difference. Total new motorcycle like should have been from the factory to begin with. Safe rides
Andy - might be worth calling in to K-tech to see what kind of suspension upgrades they can provide.
Have had road 5s on a couple of my bikes and I have to say that they are the best tires I’ve ever used imo
Shame they don’t make them in a 21”
Front or I would have them on this bike like a shot
Hope the shoulder get sorted Andy
Thank you Trevor!
Currently riding the Picos de Europa on a Speed Twin fitted with Road 6s - highly recommend. Apart from the range, a great bike for touring - so much easier on the tight hairpins than the GS.
That's for sure!
I really do like the speed twin it’s a bike that I’d like to own.
Try obsession engineering for your suspension they have a RUclips channel and a British super bike team.
Rubber compounds get harder as they age. Fresh tires make a world of difference in handling. I seen in comments one person says he installed brand new 10 year old tires. Whoever sold you those should not be in the tire business as they should have been removed from inventory at least 5 years earlier.
When Bridgestone lost the plot I use Michelin and Metzeler tyres on my bikes. Road 6 are fantastic! I'd recommend them.
Happy New Tire Day!
The Road 6 has a much smoother steering feel imo, but if coming from something that tips easily, they do initially feel like they're flat/riding through a ditch. Found this exact feeling when I went from M9RRs to the Road 6 on my S1000R - but a few rides and I was dialed in.
Love the Road 6 though, they are imo the best road tyre in the went - I've been able to apply the same hard braking on a set of M50s in the wet, as in the dry
Riding in the dry on road most tyres will work well, when it’s wet tread pattern and hardness of rubber make a difference. Should say I’m yet to find a tyre that cope with white lines or road paint in the wet yet.
Yes me too!
Tyre pressure is one thing to consider aswell. It often says one thing on the tyre and another in the manual. Find the one that suits your kind of riding.
One of the best I've had was the Avon Spirit. Are these M6 better?
Thank you mr Flyer!
Sorry to hear about the shoulder hope 3rd time lucky. Love the triumph.I’ve done 8000 miles on my tyres bikes are 4 years old will definitely need replacement next year I calculate extra 3000 miles left.
Wow you e done well!
In relation, I just put new tyres, Michelin Pilot Power 2CT's, on my SV1000 which has always handled like a wheelbarrow full of poop. Totally transformed it, like a new bike now.
When I test rode a Speed Twin the OEM tyres were great and showed off the bike’s handling potential….but realistically they were far racier than the bike’s likely real-world use required. It’s a trait I’ve noticed with other Triumph models too = fitted with sports tyres that in time will inevitably be replaced with sports touring tyres!
Good idea to upgrade your suspension, I heard that progressive springs are very good, Road 6 good choice 👍🏍️. My shoulder is still painful, just bought a DNA filter for my Classic 350 , did about 60 miles yesterday , went to a bikers cafe just outside Bridgenorth great bunch they encouraged me as that’s was the furthest I had ridden . Also fitted a heel and toe gear changer, a lot better changing gear. Something I find hard is the weight of the gear I wear, it’s so heavy lol.
Tell me about it!
"Treat your Triumph" You might wanna patent that! What a great line for the accessories catalogue 🙌🏍️
Good call!
Road 6’s are a superb. Got these on my VFR800 6th Gen. Just replaced the rear after 12k 👌
Wow - some mileage!
May I ask what part of Wales you are visiting? Don't forget we have a 20mph limit here now....be careful coz plod will get ya!!!!
In the 80's, 90's and into the 00's Mich bike tyres were terrible, so for decades I used various other premium brands. However, after reading rave reviews a few years ago about big improvements with Michelin bike tyres I decided to give them another go, and so glad I did. Mega edge grip, offering supreme confidence, predictable turn-in (on the sporty side of neutral), very compliant carcass.....Mich are now my preferred bike tyre brand.
When I had my Speed Twin I found the Rosso3 slow to turn in and sluggish almost like they were underinflated. I changed them as soon as I could after trying to find a way of riding them..I changed them for Avon 3D XM and they transformed the bike ,fast turn in grip for days, surefooted and predictable. As with the PR6 , all I hear is people replacing their tyres with these where they could get either the PR5 or PR4 , cheaper and certainly as good in the real world of road riding bearing in mind the vast majority of today's tyres can out perform the abilities of the majority of riders limits.
It is probably over kill but I have them on my KTM 390 duke and I love them !!
Cool!
I put Road 6s on my Tiger 900. Transformed the handling of the bike. Much better than the Metzler Tourance Next 2s that it came with. They were rubbish in the wet.
I'll be trying the new Metzeler Roadtec 02 for my upcoming tour. Haven't found many reviews though.
The bike sounds super on my sound system you need new tyers for certain best treat for a triumph