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Hello KatRiders,
I know that there are numberous postings related to both of these types of tires and also tire sizes but I've found it hard for me to combine all of this data together to make a final decision so I figured I'd post and see what you all have to say.
I recently picked up a 1999 Katana 600 with a very cupped front tire which needs to be replaced. After reading up I see that the Macadems are junk and that I should go ahead and replace both tires with something better. I've gathered that the majority favorite is the Z6, however it seems that the Diablo Strata is VERY similar to it and made by the same people.
I'm a poor college guy and I can pick up the Diablo Stratas for $19 less than the Z6s. So as far as everyone knows... would I be wise to go for the cheaper ones? I'm fairly new to riding and want something that I can feel comfortable learning to carve some corners on without the paranoia of losing traction (which I feel quite a bit with my current crappy tires). I do not want to get something that is overkill though that will wear out in a single season because I can't afford to keep getting new tires.
I'm pretty sure I'm stickign with the stock sizes (120/70/17 | 150/70/17) but I really do love the look of the wider tire and dont plan on riding in any heavy rain. I will be doing a decent amount of 2up riding with my fiance also. Any feedback would be great as I plan on ordering the tires this afternoon. Thanks.
I know that there are numberous postings related to both of these types of tires and also tire sizes but I've found it hard for me to combine all of this data together to make a final decision so I figured I'd post and see what you all have to say.
I recently picked up a 1999 Katana 600 with a very cupped front tire which needs to be replaced. After reading up I see that the Macadems are junk and that I should go ahead and replace both tires with something better. I've gathered that the majority favorite is the Z6, however it seems that the Diablo Strata is VERY similar to it and made by the same people.
I'm a poor college guy and I can pick up the Diablo Stratas for $19 less than the Z6s. So as far as everyone knows... would I be wise to go for the cheaper ones? I'm fairly new to riding and want something that I can feel comfortable learning to carve some corners on without the paranoia of losing traction (which I feel quite a bit with my current crappy tires). I do not want to get something that is overkill though that will wear out in a single season because I can't afford to keep getting new tires.
I'm pretty sure I'm stickign with the stock sizes (120/70/17 | 150/70/17) but I really do love the look of the wider tire and dont plan on riding in any heavy rain. I will be doing a decent amount of 2up riding with my fiance also. Any feedback would be great as I plan on ordering the tires this afternoon. Thanks.
I went ahead and ordered a pair of Pirelli Diablo Stratas (120/70/17|150/70/17) from americanmototire.com for $198.47 including shipping. I decided to stick with the stock size since I figure they probably fit the geometry of the bike a bit better and I really dont think that 10mm difference for the 160 width would be that much better looking or handling.
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