rocco Posted April 8, 2017 Share Posted April 8, 2017 Finally got some money to ditch the Bridgestone. Never again with that brand. I never felt secure and slid all over the place. After 5 miles on the power pilots I felt the assurance that I was used to on every other bike. The even better news is my buddy who put my tires on for me threw in some free powder coating. I could not be happier and even walked passed her in the shop! It is a candy apple with a flat clear. Let me know what you guys think! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
therealcujo Posted April 13, 2017 Share Posted April 13, 2017 That looks great! How long did it take? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted April 13, 2017 Author Share Posted April 13, 2017 That looks great! How long did it take? Thanks man! My buddy hooked me up and it only took a few days. If I was a paying customer it would be much faster! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Nekkid07 Posted April 15, 2017 Share Posted April 15, 2017 Finally got some money to ditch the Bridgestone. Never again with that brand. I never felt secure and slid all over the place. After 5 miles on the power pilots I felt the assurance that I was used to on every other bike. I wouldnt swear off bridgestone tires forever because of that comparison. The stock bt023 is a sport touring tire that is comparable to the pilot road (8-10k miles); pilot powers arent really a fair comparison. But... if u want amazing tires that dont last very long my favorite are the Dunlop Q3s. After i had those put on, i felt so confident that i went around picking fights with big dudes for no reason. Only lasts around 3-4k miles though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted April 15, 2017 Author Share Posted April 15, 2017 Finally got some money to ditch the Bridgestone. Never again with that brand. I never felt secure and slid all over the place. After 5 miles on the power pilots I felt the assurance that I was used to on every other bike. I wouldnt swear off bridgestone tires forever because of that comparison. The stock bt023 is a sport touring tire that is comparable to the pilot road (8-10k miles); pilot powers arent really a fair comparison. But... if u want amazing tires that dont last very long my favorite are the Dunlop Q3s. After i had those put on, i felt so confident that i went around picking fights with big dudes for no reason. Only lasts around 3-4k miles though. I almost bought the q3 but didn't want to wait to get them in stock!!! I've had lots of different tires but the Bridgestone were terrible! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Simbadc650 Posted April 15, 2017 Share Posted April 15, 2017 love the red tires! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted April 15, 2017 Author Share Posted April 15, 2017 love the red tires! Thanks dude! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted June 5, 2017 Author Share Posted June 5, 2017 outrunning the rain! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 I wouldnt swear off bridgestone tires forever because of that comparison. The stock bt023 is a sport touring tire that is comparable to the pilot road (8-10k miles); pilot powers arent really a fair comparison. But... if u want amazing tires that dont last very long my favorite are the Dunlop Q3s. After i had those put on, i felt so confident that i went around picking fights with big dudes for no reason. Only lasts around 3-4k miles though. I almost bought the q3 but didn't want to wait to get them in stock!!! I've had lots of different tires but the Bridgestone were terrible! One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch. I went to the Bridgestone S21's from the 023's and they're a great tire. They have other tires that are even better than the S21's. Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted June 5, 2017 Share Posted June 5, 2017 [div]I think you got a good deal. To be honest it looks a little plain Jane and could use another complimenting color to give it some contrast and pop. Even a few choice stickers/decals would make a huge difference. [/div] Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted June 5, 2017 Author Share Posted June 5, 2017 I almost bought the q3 but didn't want to wait to get them in stock!!! I've had lots of different tires but the Bridgestone were terrible! One bad apple don't spoil the whole bunch. I went to the Bridgestone S21's from the 023's and they're a great tire. They have other tires that are even better than the S21's. Of course! Perhaps mine were old when they were put on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted June 14, 2017 Author Share Posted June 14, 2017 [div]I think you got a good deal. To be honest it looks a little plain Jane and could use another complimenting color to give it some contrast and pop. Even a few choice stickers/decals would make a huge difference. [/div] You think mine is plain jane? Lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beemer Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 [div]I think you got a good deal. To be honest it looks a little plain Jane and could use another complimenting color to give it some contrast and pop. Even a few choice stickers/decals would make a huge difference. [/div]You think mine is plain jane? LolWell, yes, because plain means not decorated and your bike doesn't appear to be decorated. Is there something I'm not seeing? Don't get me wrong, it's a great bike. Beemer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rocco Posted June 15, 2017 Author Share Posted June 15, 2017 You think mine is plain jane? LolWell, yes, because plain means not decorated and your bike doesn't appear to be decorated. Is there something I'm not seeing? Don't get me wrong, it's a great bike. All good! Besides I suppose a sticker I have done quite a bit. That's the beauty of bikes, make them the way you like. Now my 1980 cb750 is anything but plain Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShiftHer Posted June 15, 2017 Share Posted June 15, 2017 Love it! Find me at ShiftHer.com & My YouTube Channel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JA50N Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 IMO, the candy apple with flat clear just makes it look like the parts have been plasti-dipped. I think gloss clear would look much better with candy paint. It was free though so, eh. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnakay Posted September 14, 2017 Share Posted September 14, 2017 that does look nice. we have something similar here in the UK but in blue. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gregjet Posted September 17, 2017 Share Posted September 17, 2017 Paint job works very well. Strong vibrant look. The OEM BT023 tyres are a very perculiar example for Bridgestone. They compound is unusual for bridgie ( quite hard) and the carcass feels more like the harsh feel of a Dunlop. As others have said , don't judge Bridgestone by this tyre. Interestingly this a reissue of a bridgestone model from the 1980's and 90's ( well really it was a BT23 without the "0"). They also were the worst tyre Bridgestone ever made. I guess they keep the model number for their aweful tyres. If you like compliant soft grip feel Pirelli PR4's are currently it. Incredible all weather performance on the road. If you prefer a harsher, more direct feel then Q3 seem to be getting the nod. Me, I perfer the Pirelli feel, but the racing/track guys seem to be going Q3 Dunlops. Go forth and modify my son...go forth and modify... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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