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**Tachyon** · 05-21-2011, 08:17 AM

Originally posted by Garry_Menace View Post

Also, can someone please tell me whats the difference between
110/80 - 17 M/C 57P TL
and
110/80 - 17 M/C 57S TL?

Dude...these are the speed markings....the max limit which each type of tire can sustain.

Check these out!

MT 75 , Motorcycle Tyres - PIRELLI

Sidewall - Pirelli Tire North America

Also, someone please let me know what is the impact on putting a pirelli? I read that Pirelli's are heavier and reduces pickup. Is it true??

**shivank** · 05-21-2011, 03:00 PM

Originally posted by ameyashogun View Post

hello guys,
I am planning to buy Pirelli

Tyre MT 75,
just wanna cross check what will be the cost,
where i can get it in Mumbai.
as i put a mail through official customer care (India)
waiting to get reply.
any body tried b4?
if yes pls share the experience.
Thank you,

Link to web site:
MT 75 , Motorcycle Tyres - PIRELLI

Originally posted by Tachyon View Post

Dude...these are the speed markings....the max limit which each type of tire can sustain.

Check these out!

MT 75 , Motorcycle Tyres - PIRELLI

Sidewall - Pirelli Tire North America

Also, someone please let me know what is the impact on putting a pirelli? I read that Pirelli's are heavier and reduces pickup. Is it true??

First off,you need to find that tire.I tried to find one but all my efforts were to no avail..

Pirelli will be slightly heavier than the stock tire for sure.Grip would definitely be better.You can take feedback from some of the r15 owners as well.They are running with the 100-spec rubber.

Good luck!

**Garry_Menace** · 05-22-2011, 01:50 AM

Originally posted by Tachyon View Post

Dude...these are the speed markings....the max limit which each type of tire can sustain.

Check these out!

MT 75 , Motorcycle Tyres - PIRELLI

Sidewall - Pirelli Tire North America

Also, someone please let me know what is the impact on putting a pirelli? I read that Pirelli's are heavier and reduces pickup. Is it true??

That was even available there before you pointed it out :P (talking about the last line in the MT75 page). If you know about this, mind sharing the details as in what speed limit can they sustain?

**ameyashogun** · 05-22-2011, 02:26 AM

Pirelli 2

Hey thank you for replies,
Guys today I went to Metro tyre, little ahead of lamingtone road Mumbai they have MT 75 with Apache RTR 180 direct fitment it'll cost around Rs.7000/- , he also told me he can offer some buy back for my set of TVS tyre (never told the actual cost for buy back) but he also suggest me to go for sports demon it's big in size but no hassles in fitting?i was shocked

.
rest he also suggest me to go for IRC (he told pirelli is brand name but IRC is also good) can anybody put some light on IRC (which to buy & size) so i can cross check he is also holding some good stuff in IRC which is direct fit for both front & rear, or should I go for apna wala MRF pls guide (MRF saves lot money but MRF guys are not very good at responding they'll only sale what they have in stock they can't give you when new stock will arrive

it's been 6 years experience start from shogun to RTR 180)
thank you
waiting for guidance
ride safe

**Newbie** · 05-22-2011, 02:53 AM

Someone can Twist those TVS Guys!!

Originally posted by streetglowie View Post

I met the manager at the head office of my dealer and we had an arguement. Later, he agreed to tighten the bolts which connect the engine with the chassis, make my afr rich and tightened the speedo console for vibrations and everything was done fast. The mechanic then took me for a drive and ripped her hard. The bike now feels peppy and begs to be revved. I'm kind of happy with the new adjustments. But i notice an increase in engine noise and tappet noise. Is this normal or am i ruining my engine?

Hey!! Really nice to hear that you were able to twist the TVS guys like all here have been twisting the throttle on their RTR!!!

I haven't faced the tappet noise yet. Quite a few guys have had an issue with tappet noise. Dunno how to fix that! Engine noise? Not very sure! I don't want to advise you on anything I am not sure of!! If you can describe it better, I am sure that most of the guys here can advise you on the best way to fix it!

About the fact that your bike begs to be revved, I TOTALLY agree to that!!!

**shivank** · 05-22-2011, 03:41 AM

Originally posted by ameyashogun View Post

Hey thank you for replies,
Guys today I went to Metro tyre, little ahead of lamingtone road Mumbai they have MT 75 with Apache RTR 180 direct fitment it'll cost around Rs.7000/- , he also told me he can offer some buy back for my set of TVS tyre (never told the actual cost for buy back) but he also suggest me to go for sports demon it's big in size but no hassles in fitting?i was shocked

.
rest he also suggest me to go for IRC (he told pirelli is brand name but IRC is also good) can anybody put some light on IRC (which to buy & size) so i can cross check he is also holding some good stuff in IRC which is direct fit for both front & rear, or should I go for apna wala MRF pls guide (MRF saves lot money but MRF guys are not very good at responding they'll only sale what they have in stock they can't give you when new stock will arrive

it's been 6 years experience start from shogun to RTR 180)
thank you
waiting for guidance
ride safe

Why didn't you punch his nose when he told you that? 7k for MT75 tire?

The 100-spec MT75 retails for around 2k here in Delhi.Also,inquire about the IRC and let me know how much he quotes.

I have changed the rear tire to IRC two weeks back.Till now,I am finding it good in every way.Grip on dry roads is astonishing! I was a bit skeptical about its performance on wet roads but that was only until today.It poured heavily here in Dehradoon and I thought it's a good chance to test the IRCs in wet.As far as I can tell,IRC is a million times better than TVS..I was pushing the rear brakes hard to try and see if the rear skids or fishtails.But nothing like that happened even once.Now,the only problem that remains is the front! Will soon change it to P220's zapper fs now.

Around the twisty stuff,on a hot and sunny day,I am lovin' it..

**Garry_Menace** · 05-22-2011, 05:31 AM

Originally posted by shivank View Post

Why didn't you punch his nose when he told you that? 7k for MT75 tire?

The 100-spec MT75 retails for around 2k here in Delhi.Also,inquire about the IRC and let me know how much he quotes.

I have changed the rear tire to IRC two weeks back.Till now,I am finding it good in every way.Grip on dry roads is astonishing! I was a bit skeptical about its performance on wet roads but that was only until today.It poured heavily here in Dehradoon and I thought it's a good chance to test the IRCs in wet.As far as I can tell,IRC is a million times better than TVS..I was pushing the rear brakes hard to try and see if the rear skids or fishtails.But nothing like that happened even once.Now,the only problem that remains is the front! Will soon change it to P220's zapper fs now.

Around the twisty stuff,on a hot and sunny day,I am lovin' it..

Don't we have Front tyre option in IRC?

To me, its the front tyre with needs more grip as I have a habit of grabbing the front brakes every now-and-then and the front skids off.

**streetglowie** · 05-22-2011, 09:03 AM

Originally posted by Newbie View Post

Hey!! Really nice to hear that you were able to twist the TVS guys like all here have been twisting the throttle on their RTR!!!

I haven't faced the tappet noise yet. Quite a few guys have had an issue with tappet noise. Dunno how to fix that! Engine noise? Not very sure! I don't want to advise you on anything I am not sure of!! If you can describe it better, I am sure that most of the guys here can advise you on the best way to fix it!

About the fact that your bike begs to be revved, I TOTALLY agree to that!!!

The engine noise is not refined engine like the other RTRs. It makes a mild noise even when cold and it gets crazy as it gets hotter, leave aside tappet noise. The initial pick up is good but as the rpm crosses 7k, the bike starts vibrating and i feel a loss in pulling which is not the characteristic of a 180. Also the bike struggles to cross 110 and it also takes too long to reach it. I met the sales representative again last evening and he, finding that i'm not satisfied with the performance, asked a mechanic to take my bike for a test ride and the mechanic too observed that the bike is not in a good shape. So the sales guy promised me for a complete engine check on thursday. Fingers crossed till then

**shivank** · 05-22-2011, 09:44 AM

Originally posted by Garry_Menace View Post

Don't we have Front tyre option in IRC?

To me, its the front tyre with needs more grip as I have a habit of grabbing the front brakes every now-and-then and the front skids off.

Should be! I didn't check..I have the Zapper FS in my mind already.So,didn't bother finding front spec IRC.And yes,the front just ruins the party.Haven't seen any bike tire to give the ghost out completely in tarmac like the TVS ones.

**n.krishna.p** · 05-22-2011, 11:19 AM

7K for the tyre is day light robbery.

**ameyashogun** · 05-22-2011, 02:39 PM

Pirelli 3

Originally posted by n.krishna.p View Post

7K for the tyre is day light robbery.

Yes it is that's why forum like this have raised a lot than expected.

Originally posted by shivank View Post

Should be! I didn't check..I have the Zapper FS in my mind already.So,didn't bother finding front spec IRC.And yes,the front just ruins the party.Haven't seen any bike tire to give the ghost out completely in tarmac like the TVS ones.

+1

Originally posted by shivank View Post

Why didn't you punch his nose when he told you that? 7k for MT75 tire?

The 100-spec MT75 retails for around 2k here in Delhi.Also,inquire about the IRC and let me know how much he quotes.
I called him today he quoted Rs. 4800/- for both IRC Front & Rear? need to find out the exact size for direct fit.
I have changed the rear tire to IRC two weeks back.Till now,I am finding it good in every way.Grip on dry roads is astonishing! I was a bit skeptical about its performance on wet roads but that was only until today.It poured heavily here in Dehradoon and I thought it's a good chance to test the IRCs in wet.As far as I can tell,IRC is a million times better than TVS..I was pushing the rear brakes hard to try and see if the rear skids or fishtails.But nothing like that happened even once.Now,the only problem that remains is the front! Will soon change it to P220's zapper fs now.
Wat's the size? Cost? for IRC
Around the twisty stuff,on a hot and sunny day,I am lovin' it..

I am thinking & going to change the full set b4 rain starts can't take the risk anymore for TVS tires today mrng I found some huge along with small cracks on my rear & front, since 3 to 4 month my rear is showing always lesser amount of air in terms of time period is concern like once you fill perfect pressure in both next time you visit "air" compare to normal understanding it's low like (NOT Puncture) for front 28 next visit it's b4 refill it's 26 BUT FOR REAR 32 NEXT VISIT IT"S 24 or 25. pls guide ( like in summer tire bacome hot so air should increase right?)
Thank you again for sharing your valuable views.
I am thinking of putting MRF on both same zapper FS for front & Rear Zapper C in-case I don't find a perfect guy & Stuff I am looking for (I just don't want to showoff with brand names. don't mind just my view not pointing at anybody here)

Ride Safe

**rajeshmushtang** · 05-22-2011, 03:16 PM

IRC soft compound 110/17 front n 130/17 back
can be easily fitted in RTR180 it will loosen u pocket by 7.5k

**social** · 05-22-2011, 04:44 PM

These are the tyre prices in Delhi (Karol Bagh)

IRC Front 90/90 - 1450/-
MRF Front 90/90 (Zapper FS) - 1600/-

IRC Rear 110/80 - 1750/-
MRF Rear (Zapper C) 110/80 - 1900/- (but is difficult to find)

Contact: Globe Engineering Corp 01141547512

**Garry_Menace** · 05-22-2011, 04:57 PM

Originally posted by shivank View Post

Should be! I didn't check..I have the Zapper FS in my mind already.So,didn't bother finding front spec IRC.And yes,the front just ruins the party.Haven't seen any bike tire to give the ghost out completely in tarmac like the TVS ones.

Cool.

Originally posted by rajeshmushtang View Post

IRC soft compound 110/17 front n 130/17 back
can be easily fitted in RTR180 it will loosen u pocket by 7.5k

Now thats some serious and bad upsizing

**Coolkar** · 05-22-2011, 07:36 PM

Does anybody know what those people at TVS would have done to detune the later RTR 180s to 17.03 PS (to comply with BS 4 norms) from the original 17.3 PS ?

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