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October 22nd, 2010, 06:49 AM
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ninjette.org member
Name: Jason
Location: Queens, NYC
Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Lime Green 250R Posts: 82
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Are the stock tires winter friendly?
Wasup guys, I am a commuter from NE, NY to be exact. I got the bike back in May and started commute with it, love it for sure. I wanna ride it to work as much as I can. Just wonder if the stock tires are all seasons or only good for summer? Thanks in advance
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October 22nd, 2010, 06:56 AM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Greg
Location: Rhode Island
Join Date: Apr 2009 Motorcycle(s): 2013 ZX6R 636 Posts: A lot.
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Jason, I rode my 250 the past 2 winters in RI, except for January I think. The main thing is the road is cold so the tires won't be as grippy. I had a couple slips in the first few miles on a couple rides. Not sure if they even warm up as much. Just be careful, avoid leaning too much early in the ride, and watch out for the painted lines. And obviously watch out for areas of the road that might freeze or get slick on cold days (bridges, etc).
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October 22nd, 2010, 07:05 AM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Spooph
Location: Golden, CO
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Great advice! And I agree. Just take it easy and the stock tires will treat you well. Also, if this is your first winter season on the bike, take it extra easy, especially once the sand starts flying between snow falls...
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October 22nd, 2010, 07:47 AM
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ninjette.org member
Name: Jason
Location: Queens, NYC
Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2010 Lime Green 250R Posts: 82
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Got it, I think I can't stand the cold below freezing. but I will keep riding till then. Thanks for the advice
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October 22nd, 2010, 09:39 AM
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Name: Nate
Location: west virginia
Join Date: Apr 2010 Motorcycle(s): 2009 Honda CBR600RR Posts: 633
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save yourself some grief and buy some tire warmers
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October 22nd, 2010, 09:42 AM
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Name: Greg
Location: Rhode Island
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October 22nd, 2010, 10:52 AM
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Name: Ed
Location: NJ
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October 22nd, 2010, 11:01 AM
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ninjette.org certified postwhore
Name: Travis
Location: Warwick, RI
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If you ask me the stock tires are not friendly at anything. Just remember that with colder temps and wet conditions it is important to ride a little more conservatively. You will be fine on stock tires as long as you remember that you are in adverse conditions and take added care.
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