BT-16 vs. Pilot Powers

almost40 · September 7th, 2009, 08:10 AM

I just finished my weekend at the track on my new set of BT-16's. I LOVE THEM. I ran 120/70 up front and the 150/60 out back. If you have the thought that a 150 on the rear will take away flickability and its peventing you from buying them. FORGET IT. I cant say it enough, I LOVE THESE TIRES. I had a set of Pilot Powers 120/60 150/60 and they are a huge leap over stock rubber. I have 2 things against them PRICE and PRICE. The BT's are cheaper and have better grip. I didnt even noticed the rear tire size difference. I dont have lap time difference to give you (between the the Pilots and BT's) but I did run 1:38's all day an Grattan on the BT,s Thats only 2 seconds off of one of the faster 600's in intermediate. The track has a 3000+ foot straight where I lose all of the time to the 600's. If your looking for epoxy like grip and decent tire life the BT's are where its at.

My friend was running the go-pro all weekend so there should be some vidieo coming that I can link to. I know he stayed behind me for the warm up lap every session. I cant remember if he followed me after that. If hes got the camera pointing backwards (which he does every now and then) it will be some great shots of me closing the gap in the twisties and then getting left for dead down the straights.

almost40 · September 7th, 2009, 01:35 PM

Sorry thats 110/70 150/60 for the BT's -- Best tire combo so far.
120/60 150/60 for the Pilots -- Way better than the 501's
Thought Id clarify here

paterick4o8 · September 10th, 2009, 05:37 PM

nice to know.

Yeah I've had the 016 with the same combo.. bought them as raceoffs from richard from racebikerentals

I think they're are def a good combo. I don't feel too great a difference w/ the flicking, but it is there. I'm actually @ the moto shop right now putting on the BT003 RS. we'll see how they go. I'll be using them mainly for the track @ Thunderhill on tuesday

RaceBikeRentals · September 10th, 2009, 06:55 PM

My fav tires! Glad they worked for you guys.

almost40 · September 14th, 2009, 09:02 AM

Your the reason I tried a set Richard. Dont think Ill be switching back to the Pilots anytime soon. Im even going to try a set on the FZ.

randomwalk101 · October 7th, 2009, 08:58 AM

How is the BT16 compared to the BT003RS ? thanks.

Greg_E · October 7th, 2009, 11:45 AM

I'd rather run Pirelli than the Pilots, but my Buell had a brand new Pilot Power on the rear and I didn't want to have to buy two tires. Cost me $190 mounted to grab a front Pilot Power at a local shop, size 120/70-17. Wanted it done fast and now it looks like I'll have enough time to have ordered it from Derby Cycle which has the best prices on the Pilot Powers in the country, would have cost me somewhere around $40 to $50 less.

Will the Pirelli Corsa III tires fit on the Ninjette? I can't remember if the rear will go small enough.

RaceBikeRentals · October 7th, 2009, 03:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by randomwalk101

How is the BT16 compared to the BT003RS ? thanks.

Very different. I much prefer the 16s. The 003RS are very squirmy and unplanted feeling. Its because of the 3 different compounds. In the middle they're very hard and the tires transmit a lot of rider input into the bike. They force you to be smoother. I already consider myself to be a fairly smooth rider, but riding the 003RSs on the limit really makes me re-think my riding style.

The 016s feel extremely well behaved in comparison.

RaceBikeRentals · October 7th, 2009, 03:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Greg_E

I'd rather run Pirelli than the Pilots, but my Buell had a brand new Pilot Power on the rear and I didn't want to have to buy two tires. Cost me $190 mounted to grab a front Pilot Power at a local shop, size 120/70-17. Wanted it done fast and now it looks like I'll have enough time to have ordered it from Derby Cycle which has the best prices on the Pilot Powers in the country, would have cost me somewhere around $40 to $50 less.

Will the Pirelli Corsa III tires fit on the Ninjette? I can't remember if the rear will go small enough.

The 150 will fit, but they do look really weird. Its a wide tire and looks extremely pinched when mounted.

randomwalk101 · October 7th, 2009, 04:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaceBikeRentals

Very different. I much prefer the 16s. The 003RS are very squirmy and unplanted feeling. Its because of the 3 different compounds. In the middle they're very hard and the tires transmit a lot of rider input into the bike. They force you to be smoother. I already consider myself to be a fairly smooth rider, but riding the 003RSs on the limit really makes me re-think my riding style.

The 016s feel extremely well behaved in comparison.

Thanks for your reply Richard. For the street, BT-16 still is a better choice?

Syphen · October 7th, 2009, 05:56 PM

I'm running BT-016's in 110/70 & 150/60 on my CBR250RR this year and have fallen in love with their performance. I ran Pirelli Sport Demons previous to them. While the Sport Demons have a better commuting life, the BT-016 really give a great feel for the odd track day here and there.

zev42 · October 8th, 2009, 10:31 AM

When you guys went with bigger tires (compared to stock), was it at all "floppy"?

I've heard that it's not recommended to change the 110/130 setup, but I'm not really happy with the 110/130 setup. From what you guys have stated, going bigger helps out... but some local people I ride with are telling me that going bigger than the 110/130 setup isn't good and will give a "floppy" feeling.

almost40 · October 8th, 2009, 10:38 AM

Dont be shy. The stock size up front with the BT-16 150 rear works awesome on the track. Im sure it will be just fine for street use. No floppyness here.

rockNroll · October 8th, 2009, 11:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by zev42

When you guys went with bigger tires (compared to stock), was it at all "floppy"?

I've heard that it's not recommended to change the 110/130 setup, but I'm not really happy with the 110/130 setup. From what you guys have stated, going bigger helps out... but some local people I ride with are telling me that going bigger than the 110/130 setup isn't good and will give a "floppy" feeling.

I went to a 140 rear and stock front in the b'stones 003's and the bike handles swell

The front 110 in the 003's does have a profile like it's really a 120 series. Imna go to a 150 rear in the 016's when these are ready to be replaced. Go for it!

To the OP... I can't compare them on a 250 Ninja but I've been through both on the cbr and I like the 016's better. The Pilot powers seemed to want to slide without much warning... just go, I fiddled about with pressures and my suspension and couldn't get them to where I was real confident in them. I can feel when the 016's are wanting to skip... they seem to have a larger happy zone and I don't have to hunt around to find it... I throw 30psi in em and go!

RaceBikeRentals · October 8th, 2009, 03:00 PM

Pirellis do have a tendency to flop over on the sidewall when settling into a corner. I've ran their slicks and DOTs before and it used to scare the crap out of me on the race track. Just takes some getting used to.

Greg_E · October 8th, 2009, 06:07 PM

Hmmm.. Guess I never got them that far over on my old Katana. Something to think about while I grind down the Michelins.

Betlog · December 25th, 2009, 11:15 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaceBikeRentals

The 150 will fit, but they do look really weird. Its a wide tire and looks extremely pinched when mounted.

Do you have a pic showing the pinch? Thanks! (Or anyone with this setup for that matter).

whylee · December 30th, 2009, 01:16 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by almost40

I just finished my weekend at the track on my new set of BT-16's. I LOVE THEM. I ran 120/70 up front and the 150/60 out back. If you have the thought that a 150 on the rear will take away flickability and its peventing you from buying them. FORGET IT. I cant say it enough, I LOVE THESE TIRES. I had a set of Pilot Powers 120/60 150/60 and they are a huge leap over stock rubber. I have 2 things against them PRICE and PRICE. The BT's are cheaper and have better grip. I didnt even noticed the rear tire size difference. I dont have lap time difference to give you (between the the Pilots and BT's) but I did run 1:38's all day an Grattan on the BT,s Thats only 2 seconds off of one of the faster 600's in intermediate. The track has a 3000+ foot straight where I lose all of the time to the 600's. If your looking for epoxy like grip and decent tire life the BT's are where its at.

My friend was running the go-pro all weekend so there should be some vidieo coming that I can link to. I know he stayed behind me for the warm up lap every session. I cant remember if he followed me after that. If hes got the camera pointing backwards (which he does every now and then) it will be some great shots of me closing the gap in the twisties and then getting left for dead down the straights.

Im taking your word for it on these tires, I just bought a set today. Im going to get another 200 miles on the OEM tires to break the bike in , then I will change them and hit the track.

RaceBikeRentals · December 30th, 2009, 07:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Betlog

Do you have a pic showing the pinch? Thanks! (Or anyone with this setup for that matter).

Sorry, no pic. But, I would really recommend against this tire.

Betlog · December 31st, 2009, 02:48 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RaceBikeRentals

Sorry, no pic. But, I would really recommend against this tire.

How about the other 150's for our bikes? The BT-016s, BT-003s? Are they just as pinched? I know you run 150s but if the tire came in a 140 size, would you use 140s instead? Thanks.

almost40 · January 1st, 2010, 07:02 AM

As stated above the BT-16s work great. Give them a try you wont be sorry.

Betlog · January 3rd, 2010, 09:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by almost40

As stated above the BT-16s work great. Give them a try you wont be sorry.

I'm convinced. My next tires will be BT-016's with 10/70 front and 150/60 rears.

almost40 · January 4th, 2010, 10:16 AM

You wont be sorry. I love these tires. I still have a few trackdays days worth on my set. The new buzz for tires is the Power Ones. I havent had a chance to test them so I cant give you an opinion. I ran the regular Powers and perfer the BTs. Im sure the Power Ones will cost more than the BTs. Bang for the buck, I think the BTs are where its at. There are a couple guys here that race the Power Ones. Richard is one of them. I took his word for it on the BTs and was completely satisfied. Ill try a set of the Power Ones next on his recomendation. Either way, both sets are a HUGE leap over the stock rubber.

whylee · January 4th, 2010, 06:00 PM

Just had the BT-16s mounted up. I only rode around the block but it sure feels more stable with the new rubber. I will post up how they perform on the track as soon as I can get to one.

nope · February 3rd, 2010, 07:28 PM

Yo guys I just put a BT016 150/60 on the rear of my ninja and it feels pretty decent from what I can tell romping around town. I'm looking forward to testing my whole setup, including this tire, at buttonwillow soon.

Side note, I've tracked with a pilot power 2ct 120/70 (normally a front tire) mounted backwards on the rear, and it was pretty dope. @22psi.

What pressure are you using on the BT016 150/60 at the track? I have mine at an arbitrary 25psi right now.

nope · February 4th, 2010, 02:51 AM

Cramped pic of the 016 150/60 tire. Still gotta break mine in but you can kinda see where the very edges might not get used.

RaceBikeRentals · February 4th, 2010, 09:17 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nope

Yo guys I just put a BT016 150/60 on the rear of my ninja and it feels pretty decent from what I can tell romping around town. I'm looking forward to testing my whole setup, including this tire, at buttonwillow soon.

Side note, I've tracked with a pilot power 2ct 120/70 (normally a front tire) mounted backwards on the rear, and it was pretty dope. @22psi.

What pressure are you using on the BT016 150/60 at the track? I have mine at an arbitrary 25psi right now.

Cold pressures are 28 front and rear.

almost40 · February 4th, 2010, 11:37 AM

Ditto on the 28 cold

adri99an · March 3rd, 2010, 07:23 PM

I've got BT003 120/70/17 on the front and am getting a BT003 150/60/17 in the rear.

Does anyone think there may be a problem with rubbing or will this set up work?

Should I go with a 150/70/17 set up instead--any thoughts?

paterick4o8 · March 3rd, 2010, 08:23 PM

Dont see a problem with it.

but also I dont see a reason to need to go so big. bt003 110 front and 140 rear would be my preference and is my current set up, but that's another subject

Alex · March 3rd, 2010, 09:06 PM

People have had fitment issues with the 150 003's, the rim is just not wide enough without hosing up the tire profile. Get the 140's. If you really want 150's, consider the 016's instead.

Betlog · March 3rd, 2010, 09:12 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Alex

People have had fitment issues with the 150 003's, the rim is just not wide enough without hosing up the tire profile. Get the 140's. If you really want 150's, consider the 016's instead.

Yup. There's just a post here recently about the 003's in 150 having a "wavy" deformation to it once installed. I would definitely go with the 140s on the 003's; plus they are closer to spec. If the BT016 had 140s, I would go with that as well.

adri99an · March 3rd, 2010, 09:12 PM

Alex-what exactly is happening with the BT003s....

So...the BT016 150/60/17 or 150/70/17 would fit best?

Betlog · March 3rd, 2010, 09:16 PM

Adrian, scroll through near the bottom of this thread http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=36491. Read the posts from Mike.

Alex · March 3rd, 2010, 09:20 PM

Sport Demon 130/70/17 would fit best. But if you are going to go with a 150, make sure it's a 60 and not a 70, and only some 150/60's will fit well. the 016's are one tire that does.

adri99an · March 3rd, 2010, 09:22 PM

Thanks for the info----hmmmmm...decisions...decisions....

I really want a 150.....maybe the BT016 is the way to go...

nope · March 3rd, 2010, 11:42 PM

Better pic

adri99an · March 4th, 2010, 07:24 PM

Nice---which tire is that and what size?
Did u have to take the chain guard off? Or modify anything?
How does it ride?

nope · March 4th, 2010, 08:04 PM

Just a better view of the one I posted above for anyone who was curious about how the 150 width BT016 looks. I don't have a chain guard but, yeah, no mods to get it on.

I haven't ridden it much yet because I'm doing a bunch of junk to my bike lately but I did take it out for a spin once or twice. Feels nice and nimble for sure, predictable lean. Didn't go nuts though, gotta wear off that surface coating.

Betlog · March 4th, 2010, 08:18 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by nope

Better pic

Man those low clipons and forks look good. What are you planning on doing to your bike? Aggressive street fighter? I can't wait to see it.

September 7th, 2009, 08:10 AM	#1
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	BT-16 vs. Pilot Powers I just finished my weekend at the track on my new set of BT-16's. I LOVE THEM. I ran 120/70 up front and the 150/60 out back. If you have the thought that a 150 on the rear will take away flickability and its peventing you from buying them. FORGET IT. I cant say it enough, I LOVE THESE TIRES. I had a set of Pilot Powers 120/60 150/60 and they are a huge leap over stock rubber. I have 2 things against them PRICE and PRICE. The BT's are cheaper and have better grip. I didnt even noticed the rear tire size difference. I dont have lap time difference to give you (between the the Pilots and BT's) but I did run 1:38's all day an Grattan on the BT,s Thats only 2 seconds off of one of the faster 600's in intermediate. The track has a 3000+ foot straight where I lose all of the time to the 600's. If your looking for epoxy like grip and decent tire life the BT's are where its at. My friend was running the go-pro all weekend so there should be some vidieo coming that I can link to. I know he stayed behind me for the warm up lap every session. I cant remember if he followed me after that. If hes got the camera pointing backwards (which he does every now and then) it will be some great shots of me closing the gap in the twisties and then getting left for dead down the straights. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

September 7th, 2009, 01:35 PM	#2
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Sorry thats 110/70 150/60 for the BT's -- Best tire combo so far. 120/60 150/60 for the Pilots -- Way better than the 501's Thought Id clarify here __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

September 10th, 2009, 06:55 PM	#4
RaceBikeRentals Pimpin Name: Richard Location: Ninja 250 Whorehouse Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Bunch of em Posts: 973	My fav tires! Glad they worked for you guys. __________________________________________________ -Richard MotoList.com <<<List your stuff!

September 14th, 2009, 09:02 AM	#5
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Your the reason I tried a set Richard. Dont think Ill be switching back to the Pilots anytime soon. Im even going to try a set on the FZ. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

October 7th, 2009, 05:56 PM	#11
Syphen Some weird Canuck! Name: Greg Location: Ontario - Canada Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): '92 CBR250RR "Babyblade", 2008 Ninja 250R, 2001 CBR600F4i Posts: 209	I'm running BT-016's in 110/70 & 150/60 on my CBR250RR this year and have fallen in love with their performance. I ran Pirelli Sport Demons previous to them. While the Sport Demons have a better commuting life, the BT-016 really give a great feel for the odd track day here and there. __________________________________________________ I still like CBR's more Just kidding.

September 10th, 2009, 05:37 PM	#3
paterick4o8 ninjette.org sage Name: patricK Location: San Jose, CA--BAY AREA! Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 blue 250R [sold]. '09 lime ZX-6R [stolen :( ]. '06 blue 636. Posts: 918	nice to know. Yeah I've had the 016 with the same combo.. bought them as raceoffs from richard from racebikerentals I think they're are def a good combo. I don't feel too great a difference w/ the flicking, but it is there. I'm actually @ the moto shop right now putting on the BT003 RS. we'll see how they go. I'll be using them mainly for the track @ Thunderhill on tuesday

October 7th, 2009, 08:58 AM	#6
randomwalk101 self wrencher Name: john Location: houston Join Date: Dec 2008 Motorcycle(s): 08 250r and 07 600r Posts: A lot.	How is the BT16 compared to the BT003RS ? thanks.

October 7th, 2009, 11:45 AM	#7
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	I'd rather run Pirelli than the Pilots, but my Buell had a brand new Pilot Power on the rear and I didn't want to have to buy two tires. Cost me $190 mounted to grab a front Pilot Power at a local shop, size 120/70-17. Wanted it done fast and now it looks like I'll have enough time to have ordered it from Derby Cycle which has the best prices on the Pilot Powers in the country, would have cost me somewhere around $40 to $50 less. Will the Pirelli Corsa III tires fit on the Ninjette? I can't remember if the rear will go small enough.

October 8th, 2009, 10:31 AM	#12
zev42 ninjette.org member Name: Michelle Location: Covina, CA Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 89	When you guys went with bigger tires (compared to stock), was it at all "floppy"? I've heard that it's not recommended to change the 110/130 setup, but I'm not really happy with the 110/130 setup. From what you guys have stated, going bigger helps out... but some local people I ride with are telling me that going bigger than the 110/130 setup isn't good and will give a "floppy" feeling.

October 8th, 2009, 10:38 AM	#13
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Dont be shy. The stock size up front with the BT-16 150 rear works awesome on the track. Im sure it will be just fine for street use. No floppyness here. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

October 8th, 2009, 03:00 PM	#15
RaceBikeRentals Pimpin Name: Richard Location: Ninja 250 Whorehouse Join Date: Nov 2008 Motorcycle(s): Bunch of em Posts: 973	Pirellis do have a tendency to flop over on the sidewall when settling into a corner. I've ran their slicks and DOTs before and it used to scare the crap out of me on the race track. Just takes some getting used to. __________________________________________________ -Richard MotoList.com <<<List your stuff!

October 8th, 2009, 06:07 PM	#16
Greg_E ninjette.org sage Name: Greg Location: central new york Join Date: Aug 2009 Motorcycle(s): 90 Suzuki gsx600f Katana, 03 Buell XB9R Posts: 868	Hmmm.. Guess I never got them that far over on my old Katana. Something to think about while I grind down the Michelins.

January 1st, 2010, 07:02 AM	#21
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	As stated above the BT-16s work great. Give them a try you wont be sorry. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

January 4th, 2010, 10:16 AM	#23
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	You wont be sorry. I love these tires. I still have a few trackdays days worth on my set. The new buzz for tires is the Power Ones. I havent had a chance to test them so I cant give you an opinion. I ran the regular Powers and perfer the BTs. Im sure the Power Ones will cost more than the BTs. Bang for the buck, I think the BTs are where its at. There are a couple guys here that race the Power Ones. Richard is one of them. I took his word for it on the BTs and was completely satisfied. Ill try a set of the Power Ones next on his recomendation. Either way, both sets are a HUGE leap over the stock rubber. __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

January 4th, 2010, 06:00 PM	#24
whylee ninjette.org member Name: Ken Location: Reno NV Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2 2009 Ninja 250's Honda VTX 1800 Posts: 40	Just had the BT-16s mounted up. I only rode around the block but it sure feels more stable with the new rubber. I will post up how they perform on the track as soon as I can get to one.

February 3rd, 2010, 07:28 PM	#25
nope ninjette.org member Name: Johnathan Location: San Diego Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Honda 1000RR, 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 105	Yo guys I just put a BT016 150/60 on the rear of my ninja and it feels pretty decent from what I can tell romping around town. I'm looking forward to testing my whole setup, including this tire, at buttonwillow soon. Side note, I've tracked with a pilot power 2ct 120/70 (normally a front tire) mounted backwards on the rear, and it was pretty dope. @22psi. What pressure are you using on the BT016 150/60 at the track? I have mine at an arbitrary 25psi right now.

February 4th, 2010, 02:51 AM	#26
nope ninjette.org member Name: Johnathan Location: San Diego Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Honda 1000RR, 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 105	Cramped pic of the 016 150/60 tire. Still gotta break mine in but you can kinda see where the very edges might not get used.

February 4th, 2010, 11:37 AM	#28
almost40 ninjette.org Monkey Spank Name: Kevin Location: Illinois Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2008 250R Track-Bike Woodcraft clip-ons and rearsets FZ-6 track bike Posts: A lot.	Ditto on the 28 cold __________________________________________________ Black 250R Full Area P QC Dyno Jet Kit 100 main 41T Rear Sprocket

March 3rd, 2010, 07:23 PM	#29
adri99an ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Donger Location: So CAL Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): "Is that a Ninjer 1000?" Posts: A lot.	I've got BT003 120/70/17 on the front and am getting a BT003 150/60/17 in the rear. Does anyone think there may be a problem with rubbing or will this set up work? Should I go with a 150/70/17 set up instead--any thoughts? Last futzed with by adri99an; March 3rd, 2010 at 07:27 PM. Reason: typo

March 3rd, 2010, 08:23 PM	#30
paterick4o8 ninjette.org sage Name: patricK Location: San Jose, CA--BAY AREA! Join Date: Mar 2009 Motorcycle(s): '08 blue 250R [sold]. '09 lime ZX-6R [stolen :( ]. '06 blue 636. Posts: 918	Dont see a problem with it. but also I dont see a reason to need to go so big. bt003 110 front and 140 rear would be my preference and is my current set up, but that's another subject

March 3rd, 2010, 09:06 PM	#31
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	People have had fitment issues with the 150 003's, the rim is just not wide enough without hosing up the tire profile. Get the 140's. If you really want 150's, consider the 016's instead. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

March 3rd, 2010, 09:12 PM	#33
adri99an ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Donger Location: So CAL Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): "Is that a Ninjer 1000?" Posts: A lot.	Alex-what exactly is happening with the BT003s.... So...the BT016 150/60/17 or 150/70/17 would fit best?

March 3rd, 2010, 09:16 PM	#34
Betlog ninjette.org guru Name: Dude!! Location: Southern California Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2009 250r Posts: 443	Adrian, scroll through near the bottom of this thread http://www.ninjette.org/forums/showthread.php?t=36491. Read the posts from Mike.

March 3rd, 2010, 09:20 PM	#35
Alex ninjette.org dude Name: 1 guess :-) Location: SF Bay Area Join Date: Jun 2008 Motorcycle(s): '13 Ninja 300 (white, the fastest color!), '13 R1200RT, '14 CRF250L, '12 TT-R125LE Posts: Too much. Blog Entries: 7	Sport Demon 130/70/17 would fit best. But if you are going to go with a 150, make sure it's a 60 and not a 70, and only some 150/60's will fit well. the 016's are one tire that does. __________________________________________________ Montgomery Street Motorcycle Club / cal24.com / crf250l.org / ninjette.org ninjette.org Terms of Service Shopping for motorcycle parts or equipment? Come here first. The friendliest Ninja 250R/300/400 forum on the internet! (especially Unregistered)

March 3rd, 2010, 09:22 PM	#36
adri99an ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Donger Location: So CAL Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): "Is that a Ninjer 1000?" Posts: A lot.	Thanks for the info----hmmmmm...decisions...decisions.... I really want a 150.....maybe the BT016 is the way to go...

March 3rd, 2010, 11:42 PM	#37
nope ninjette.org member Name: Johnathan Location: San Diego Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Honda 1000RR, 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 105	Better pic

March 4th, 2010, 07:24 PM	#38
adri99an ninjette.org certified postwhore Name: Donger Location: So CAL Join Date: Dec 2009 Motorcycle(s): "Is that a Ninjer 1000?" Posts: A lot.	Nice---which tire is that and what size? Did u have to take the chain guard off? Or modify anything? How does it ride?

March 4th, 2010, 08:04 PM	#39
nope ninjette.org member Name: Johnathan Location: San Diego Join Date: Jan 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2008 Honda 1000RR, 2008 Ninja 250R Posts: 105	Just a better view of the one I posted above for anyone who was curious about how the 150 width BT016 looks. I don't have a chain guard but, yeah, no mods to get it on. I haven't ridden it much yet because I'm doing a bunch of junk to my bike lately but I did take it out for a spin once or twice. Feels nice and nimble for sure, predictable lean. Didn't go nuts though, gotta wear off that surface coating.

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