McBrush Posted July 23, 2007 Share #1 Posted July 23, 2007 I'm ready for tires, and extremely hesitant about downsizing my front tire, mainly because I can't get a single mechanic or shop to say that it will fit my rim. I know many here have done it with the Avons, but does anyone have the 130-90-16 Dunlop E-3 on the front of their RSV with the stock rim? Any issues whatsoever? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEW47 Posted July 23, 2007 Share #2 Posted July 23, 2007 Had them on my '97 RSTD and they worked fine. No proablems. TEW47 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBrush Posted July 23, 2007 Author Share #3 Posted July 23, 2007 Had them on my '97 RSTD and they worked fine. No proablems. TEW47 And you had the smaller, 130-90-16 replacing the stock 150-80-16 on the front? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TEW47 Posted July 23, 2007 Share #4 Posted July 23, 2007 Thats right 130/90-16 Made the bike turn easier. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBrush Posted July 23, 2007 Author Share #5 Posted July 23, 2007 Thats right 130/90-16 Made the bike turn easier. Thanks TEW, just wanted to hear from at least one person who had the specific tire, since different brands can vary a bit in size even though they are 'marked' the same. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBrush Posted July 31, 2007 Author Share #6 Posted July 31, 2007 Well, just got home from my first 50 miles on the new skins, Dunlop E-3's with the 130/90 front. I'm going to have to come up with a new nickname for 'The Beast', because you all were right - it just doesn't handle like one anymore. Much easier to maneuver in the lots, and it seems to want to pull me into the turns instead of waiting for me to push it through. Just like everyone said, it feels lighter too. Next week I should be testing it through the hills of WVA and VA. My 'I' basket is due to arrive tomorrow, so I'm looking forward to yet another improvement. I just hope I have time to get it done before I leave for the Chesapeake this Sunday. (I need to cruise up the peninsula and get Delaware on my map.) It sure would be nice to only hear the 'crickets' at night... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
McBrush Posted August 14, 2007 Author Share #7 Posted August 14, 2007 After well over 1,000 miles on the new E-3's, I have to say that I really like them. I rolled them through the hills of WV and VA all week and they handled like a champ. The bike sure is a lot easier to handle, it must be a combination of the new tires and the smaller front. In any case, I'm pleased with my choices. So far every decision I've made based on the info from this forum has seemed to be the right one for me. Gotta love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
birddog Posted February 26, 2009 Share #8 Posted February 26, 2009 So which of these Dunlop Elite 3's did you guysmount on your Ventures? I checked SW Moto's site and they list the Dunlop Elite 3's as follows: Dunlop Elite 3 MT90-16 Front Code: 314410 Price: $108.95 Dunlop Elite 3 MR90-18 Front Code: 314411 Price: $119.95 Dunlop Elite 3 130/70HB-18 Front GL1500 Code: 314435 Price: $124.95 Dunlop Elite 3 MM90-19 Front Code: 314412 Price: $89.95 Dunlop Elite 3 MV85HB15 Rear Code: 314420 Price: $135.95 Dunlop Elite 3 MT90HB-16 Rear Code: 314421 Price: $118.95 Dunlop Elite 3 MU90HB-16 Rear Code: 314422 Price: $121.95 Dunlop Elite 3 160/80HB-16 Rear GL1500 Code: 314436 Price: $156.95 Dunlop Elite 3 150/80R-17 Front Code: 314431 Price: $155.95 Dunlop Elite 3 180/70R-16 Rear Code: 314432 Price: $175.95 Dunlop Elite 3 250/40R-18 Rear Code: 314400 Price: $149.95 Dunlop Elite 3 130/70R-18 Front Code: 314433 Price: $132.95 Dunlop Elite 3 240/40R-18 Code: 314401 Price: $149.95 Dunlop Elite 3 90/90-21 Code: 314413 Price: $96.95 Dunlop Elite 3 180/60R-16 GL1800 Code: 314434 Price: $172.95 Dunlop Elite 3 150/80HB-16 front Code: 314415 Price: $112.95 I believe it's the "Dunlop Elite 3 MT90HB-16 Rear" for the rear tire, and the "Dunlop Elite 3 MT90-16 Front" for the front tire.....but want to make sure I order the right ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mikealiasmike Posted February 26, 2009 Share #9 Posted February 26, 2009 Was waiting for a reply on this so thought I'd "Bump" it up Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutKast Posted February 26, 2009 Share #10 Posted February 26, 2009 (edited) Bubba has "stock" size E3s. REAR IS 15 INCH MV85B15 on rear. Mine does not have the "H". 150/80-16 on front. Mine does not have the "HB". The MT90-16 front is Dunlops eqivalant to the 130/90-16. Edited February 26, 2009 by OutKast Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
midnightventure Posted February 27, 2009 Share #11 Posted February 27, 2009 I have a question for some of you guys that are running E3s. Do you hear any howling slowing down. I have an E3 on the back and an Avon on the front and am getting a howling sound when I am slowing down. Nothing visually wrong with the tires. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OutKast Posted February 27, 2009 Share #12 Posted February 27, 2009 Bubba has E3s stock size both ends. Have about 9000 miles on them. NO howl slowing down. Pretty good howl when Bubba lays her over on the ramps and twisties. Done it from day one. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sttenor Posted February 27, 2009 Share #13 Posted February 27, 2009 I have my second set of E3s on mine (130 on front). I noticed the bike as being much easier to handle and I did not notice the growl to mentioned. I'm very happy with them and will continue to use them. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerry Zimmermann Posted February 27, 2009 Share #14 Posted February 27, 2009 Evening Friends, Was wondering what kind of mileage you're get'n on the rear 150/90-15 Elite 3? Last set of Dunlops I put on my 07 RSV they were the 404's, that rear tire looks like I might be able to squeek another grand outta it, seems it should have gotten better then 8,250 miles out of it!? I keep 40 pounds on the rear and 38 on the front. The front tire looks like I just put it on, no wear at all! Your thoughts on the Elite 3 versus Avon Venoms? When I had my 99,01 and 04 Nomads, I got great mileage out of the Avons. Looking forward to your comments! Y'all have a great evening. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Color01 Posted February 27, 2009 Share #15 Posted February 27, 2009 on my rear Elite 3, I get 10.000 miles .. but I'm a aggressive driver. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1sttenor Posted February 27, 2009 Share #16 Posted February 27, 2009 Evening Friends, Was wondering what kind of mileage you're get'n on the rear 150/90-15 Elite 3? Last set of Dunlops I put on my 07 RSV they were the 404's, that rear tire looks like I might be able to squeek another grand outta it, seems it should have gotten better then 8,250 miles out of it!? I keep 40 pounds on the rear and 38 on the front. The front tire looks like I just put it on, no wear at all! Your thoughts on the Elite 3 versus Avon Venoms? When I had my 99,01 and 04 Nomads, I got great mileage out of the Avons. Looking forward to your comments! Y'all have a great evening. I replaced my rear with 15K on it, the front will last another 5K. I replace mine with plenty left too. Not trading my or my wife's life for a 1/8 inch of rubber. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GeorgeS Posted February 27, 2009 Share #17 Posted February 27, 2009 Evening Friends, Was wondering what kind of mileage you're get'n on the rear 150/90-15 Elite 3? Last set of Dunlops I put on my 07 RSV they were the 404's, that rear tire looks like I might be able to squeek another grand outta it, seems it should have gotten better then 8,250 miles out of it!? I keep 40 pounds on the rear and 38 on the front. The front tire looks like I just put it on, no wear at all! Your thoughts on the Elite 3 versus Avon Venoms? When I had my 99,01 and 04 Nomads, I got great mileage out of the Avons. Looking forward to your comments! Y'all have a great evening. Don't compare the D404 to the E-3. D-404 is Dunlops Low price tire, the E-3 is designed for the Gold Wing. Caseing is 1/2 in. thick. the D-404 is 1/4 in. thick. Thats the Caseing, not the Tread thickness. D-404's run about 8 to 10K. ( on a toureing bike ) The Elite series, usually run 15 to 20K. I ran an E-2 older version to 20K. I consider a D-404 to be a good tire for, a Honda CX-500, for running around Seattle, ( Solo ! ) Very good tire for a 500lb bike with a 35 HP motor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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