I Can't Get Matching Pairs of Tyres for My '05 Speedmaster

I need new rubber for my 2005 Speedmaster and thought I could easily get a matching pair of Avon Cobra or Michelin Commander 2's in sizes 170/80 B15 and 110/80 -18........ wrong!

I can get the larger rear tyre in either brand OK, but not the front tyre in the size I want.

Is it OK to mix tyre models from the same manufacturer? (been reading about bias and radials)

I now think that I will have to get the following combinations.....

Avon Cobra (rear)


.... and Avon Roadrider (front)


OR

Michelin Commander II (rear)


....and Michelin Pilot Activ (front)


Any thoughts on the above combinations?

Cheers!

 

Thanks for the info, much appreciated. Do you still have the email address you used to ask your question at Avon that I could have?

Thanks again!

 

Thanks, email sent and I'm now awaiting reply.

 

I received a reply from Ashley at Avon stating...

"We recommend the following for your bike.

110/80V18 Roadrider front
170/80B15 Cobra rear

I hope this helps"

So I guess that's that! I now know what tyres to order for compatibility.

Thanks for the replies / information fellas, as always, much appreciated

 

Finally got new tyres fitted to my Speedmaster ...... Avon Cobra on the rear and Avon Roadrider on the front.

 

Will do!! I'll report back.