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9 Best Ways To Make Your Motorcycle Faster

9 Best Ways To Make Your Motorcycle Faster

Turns out there is a replacement for displacement.

By Sean MacDonald Nov 16, 2018

Ask RideApart: Are There Motorcycle Snow Tires?

Ask RideApart: Are There Motorcycle Snow Tires?

Believe it or not, special tires do exist to keep you riding through winter.

By Justin Hughes Nov 12, 2018

Ask RideApart: Is It True That New Tires Are Slippery?

Ask RideApart: Is It True That New Tires Are Slippery?

You spent good money for more grip, but wait, they're slippery to start?!

By Sophia Vassiliadis Sep 28, 2018

The Goodyear D402 Tire Saga Continues

The Goodyear D402 Tire Saga Continues

Goodyear settles with victim over faulty tire once more, bringing count to nine and there's no recall in sight for the Dunlop D402, allegedly at fault.

By Sabrina Giacomini Jun 11, 2018

Goodyear Claims D402 Tire Is Not Faulty, Won't Issue Recall

Goodyear Claims D402 Tire Is Not Faulty, Won't Issue Recall

After a series of fatal crashes, the Dunlop D402 Harley-Davidson tire has come under scrutiny, but Goodyear claims that nothing is wrong with the tire.

By Sabrina Giacomini May 09, 2018

Dunlop Releases Old Favorites in New Sizes

Dunlop Releases Old Favorites in New Sizes

Dunlop rolls out Sportmax series' Q3+ and Roadsmart III, and Elite 4 rubber in new sizes.

By Tim Huber Mar 05, 2018

Indian Picks Pirelli Night Dragon as OEM Tire for Scout

Indian Picks Pirelli Night Dragon as OEM Tire for Scout

Indian and Pirelli team up to bring the best named tires in the industry to the new Scout.

By Tod Rafferty Aug 18, 2017

Should I Listen to Manufacturer Tire Advice?

Should I Listen to Manufacturer Tire Advice?

A reader wants to know whether Kawasaki's tire recommendations are really worth following.

By Chris Cope May 18, 2017

Everything You Wanted to Know About Motorcycle Tires

Everything You Wanted to Know About Motorcycle Tires

Everything You Wanted to Know About Motorcycle Tires. From radial tp bias, tire dating, tire pressure and tire selection, it is all right here.

By RideApart Staff May 01, 2017

Pirelli Offers $66 Off Tires in Promotion Rebate

Pirelli Offers $66 Off Tires in Promotion Rebate

Find out how to get $66 off a set of Pirelli tires. But you need to act quickly to cash in.

By Tod Rafferty Mar 31, 2017

The All-New Michelin Power RS Tire - Review

The All-New Michelin Power RS Tire - Review

Our lucky lady rider Laura managed to fanagle a set of Michelin Power RS for her trusty FZ-09 so she could bring you this long-term review of these tires.

By Laura Llovet Mar 30, 2017

The Secret to Longer Life? Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III Tires

The Secret to Longer Life? Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III Tires

The Dunlop Roadsmart III combines excellent traction with amazing durability. It also maintains its level of traction as the tire goes through its wear cycle

By RideApart Staff Mar 28, 2017

How To Change Motorcycle Tires

How To Change Motorcycle Tires

One of the joys of motorcycling is doing things yourself. Learn how to change your motorcycle's tires, instead of paying someone else to do it.

By Panhead Jim Mar 09, 2017

The Motorcycle Tire Question: Radial, Bias or Both?

The Motorcycle Tire Question: Radial, Bias or Both?

Papa Wealy asks the latest Motorcycle Tire Question reagrding the use of radial and bias-ply tires on more and more motorcycles these days.

By Tod Rafferty Feb 07, 2017

Dr. Moto Presents: Metzeler Roadtec 01 Tire Review

Dr. Moto Presents: Metzeler Roadtec 01 Tire Review

Hey kid, ever seen the inside of a tire factory?

By Dr. Moto Apr 27, 2016

How to Tell When Your Tires are Too Worn — Safety Tech

How to Tell When Your Tires are Too Worn — Safety Tech

Tires are your connection to the road, here is a little tire tech to ensure a safer and better handling motorcycle.

By William Connor Apr 26, 2016

Metzeler Roadtec 01 World Exclusive First Ride – Italian Tire Review

Metzeler Roadtec 01 World Exclusive First Ride – Italian Tire Review

Metzeler Roadtec 01 World Exclusive First Ride – Italian Tire Review Metzeler Roadtec 01 World Exclusive First Ride – Italian Tire Review Is it the...

By Jesse Kiser Apr 07, 2016

Metzeler ME888 Marathon Ultra - First Ride Through Italy

Metzeler ME888 Marathon Ultra - First Ride Through Italy

Metzeler ME888 Marathon Ultra - First Ride Through Italy Metzeler ME888 Marathon Ultra - First Ride Through Italy Metzeler recently flew us to Italy...

By Jesse Kiser Apr 06, 2016

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