(10-04-2020, 12:52 PM)darrell Wrote: I had zero to do with this two-tier marketing approach but I’m happy to see they are willing to offer both the higher performance RS IV tire and continue to offer the original RS III version. I’ve used the RS IV over 9000 miles so far and still have some miles left on it. With the improved handling, additional mileage and costs associated with changing tires it will be interesting if riders just go with the lower priced tire and not consider the other factors.
(10-04-2020, 02:08 PM)Lee Wrote: For me the mileage does not seem to be much better than the Roadsmart 3 or PR4.
Most of the time we do not get to use the last 1,000 or 2,000 miles out of a tire because we don't ride locally.
I won't know about the handling until I try a set.
For our next set I may go with the Roadsmart 3 because it will save us $200 to $250.
I have not checked with the guy we buy tires from but I'm guessing $190 a set after rebate.
Right - Darrell - I wasn't thanking you for the two-tier marketing, but for the improvements made in the tire and your comments about support of our local dealers.
That the price of the RS IV is now in the Metzler Roadtec range suggests that Dunlop has spent a little more in manufacturing this tire than the RS3.
In the context of more expensive rubber, you seem to be getting better mileage, and I believe Dunlop claims 25% increase in mileage over the RS3...., which of course is not sufficient reason for Lee to spend 100% more for the RS4s.
Reminds me to reiterate my old belief that a good rider can ride any tire to within 90% of max; Bruce's belief in the 3 Rs should sit in the back of our mind.
"A good man always knows his limitations...."