New Tires Being Installed on the RS

[Ray]

My first report to Dunlop on the Roadsmart IV tires.
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My initial reaction on tire wear is surprising considering the heat, speed and flatter roads I’ve been riding on.

Huh. Agreed. Not a light bike. Lack of wear in this heat is amazing.

Hard on the outside, soft on the inside?

Something in the Dunlop curing process?

I recall the date of manufacture was within a few months of mounting, but I suppose some oxidation might have occurred before they were mounted.

You might recall some whining about my initial trouble adapting to the profile and characteristics of my first RS-3s, and the apparent curse of their longevity.

When I finally declared them worn out after about 7000 miles, it seemed to occur quickly - wearing down the last 2 mm in a couple of 350 mile, 90 degree days on a fast, hot, black, twisting road..., the first days I felt the tires allowed maximal performance.