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  1. GTR1400 (2007 - present)

    ... not up to the job: changing to Dunlop Roadsmarts or Michelin Pilot Road 2CTs transforms the bike. As standard the throttle response is weak ... and slightly loose headbearings. Its now shod with Michelin Pilot Roads which have transformed the bike. Its thirsty, but show me a 1400cc ...

    Ben Cope - 25/01/2010 - 00:00 - 8 comments

  2. R1150R Rockster (2003 - 2005) review

    ... 5.5-inch rear wheel, which wears a 180/55-section Michelin Pilot Sport in place of the standard model’s 170. (The curious black cylinder ... even when the bike was cranked over far enough to make the Pilot Sports work hard. There’s a hydraulic remote preload adjuster, as well ...

    Ben Cope - 19/09/2018 - 03:49 - 0 comments

  3. Buyer Guide: Suzuki GSX-R750

    ... just 2,677 miles. The maximum was 6,000 miles (Michelin Pilot Power 2CT) and the minimum 1,000 miles (Pirelli Super Corsa Pro). Average ... life was 4,486 miles with the maximum 11,000 miles (Michelin Pilot Power 2CT) and minimum 1,500 miles (Pirelli Super Corsa Pro). Some ...

    rgo - 10/05/2024 - 04:16 - 0 comments

  4. GSX1400 (2001 - 2006)

    ... the tyres in anything but the driest of weather. Michelin Pilot Roads or Avon Storm ST are both highly rated for this bike. ... Suspension needs setting up correctly ( the Suzuki test pilot must weigh about 6 stone, wringing wet ). There are lots of shiny bits ...

    Ben Cope - 01/01/2001 - 00:00 - 10 comments

  5. Living with a 2004 Ducati Supersport 1000DS

    ... clearance was never a problem. I'd squared the OE Michelin Pilot Sports in just 2700 miles with a 70-mile a day motorway commute and a ... two-up, before the rear started squaring again. As a pilot of one of Ducati UK's longterm press fleet, I was invited to the World ...

    rgo - 10/05/2024 - 04:15 - 0 comments

  6. Most pointless world record yet?

    ... Fortunately my stunt bike is fitted with Michelin’s Pilot Road 3 tyres, offering superb grip and stability – even when riding a ... stunts or just enjoying being on the road, and the Pilot Road 3s go a long way to ensuring that safety margins are maximised.” ...

    Visordown News - 10/05/2024 - 03:58 - 0 comments

  7. Buyer Guide: Yamaha TDM 850 & 900

    ... TDM 900 Tyres The favourites for the 900 are Michelin Pilot Road 2 – they’re extremely well regarded if not cheap. Next is the ... tyre and a few quid less than the big names. Michelin Pilot Road 2 are close behind with owners commenting on superb wet weather ...

    rgo - 10/05/2024 - 04:16 - 0 comments

  8. R1150GS Adventure (2001 - 2005) review

    ... of activity, but with barely a ripple getting back to the pilot. Now that’s very clever. The new gearbox? Sixth is no longer an ... of activity, but with barely a ripple getting back to the pilot. Now that’s very clever. The new gearbox? Sixth is no longer an ...

    Ben Cope - 19/09/2018 - 03:49 - 0 comments

  9. UK trials of rental e-scooters scaled back amid concerns

    ... from riding. The second pilot scheme took place in Hartlepool, County Durham, where it’s reported two ... Mayor of Teese Valley urged his patch to apply the plan on a pilot basis. The goal was to start with 50 vehicles in Middlesbrough and ...

    Simon Hancocks - 15/09/2020 - 09:36 - 7 comments

  10. Gibernau comes out of retirement for MotoE return

    ... like Sito, and it makes me really excited to live and pilot this new generation of electric bikes and to do my bit to its ... “We were clear that we had to have an experienced pilot and I do not see any better option than Sete Gibernau to join this ...

    anonymous - 23/09/2019 - 09:35 - 0 comments

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