Dude one of my friend says that Michelin tyres are available for FZ 16 check them out, I will post the link if it is available and Motul 300V 15w 50 full synthes oil can be used because in winter seasons the tempertaures go low and using a 15W grade oil is good for the engine!

Tubing will solve the problem of continuous air leaks. But it will not serve the purpose of a TL tyre. Once there is puncture, the tyre will be flat in less than a minute.
When I spoke to the senior mechanic at the local Yamaha svc, he said stock Revz have an average life of 15,000-16,000 kms. Anything beyond 17,000 is a bonus for the user. Meaning if we take good care and ride carefully, tyres last longer.
If your bike tyre gets flat every now and then or if it is in a bad condition, changing the tyre would a better option.
My bike is almost 3 years old and had 2 punctures. Both by nails that pierced the tyre within the inner grooves. I did not expect the stock tyres ( both front and rear) to last this long. They have tread more than 22,000 kms of roads. I am certain they will last for another 5000-7000 kms.
I usually fill 3 or 4 psi of extra nitrogen (I've filled nitrogen instead of air). The ride is a little bumpy. But thats ok for me.
Yes, you have to be extra careful on gravel roads and wet roads. Bad wet grip. The only option is to use a wise combination of the front disc and rear brakes. I have never ever been able to bring the bike to a complete stop using the rear brake alone.

I've been using Motul FS oil since Aug 2010. No probs.
I've checked the Michelin India website. It does not list any tyre with FZ 16 specs. I really don't know if stores stock Michelin tyres that suit FZ. Could you check with your friend and post the details.

My bike is almost 3 years old and had 2 punctures. Both by nails that pierced the tyre within the inner grooves.
If you expect mileage from an FZ, then I sincerely suggest not to buy it. You can go for an SZ instead. Same engine tuned and tweaked to give mileage.
But recently, I met a guy who claimed, the FZ he bought in the recent past gives around 55 kms/l. I do not know if this is true.

Yep, tubing doesn't serve the purpose and that's one reason am still waiting to decide. Though am not really convinced the tyre is in a bad condition, I'll post a few pics of the rear tyre. You guys can tell me if its gotta go. And yes, it gets flat every now and then - which is frustrating.

Ah, didn't know stocks are good till 15K. Thanks for that piece of info. And it's a little surprising to know they ain't good for even 25,000 km (as pointed out by the svc mechanic). In that case, buying a new Revz doesn't seem to be a good option. I don't know the previous owner's riding habits - that could be one reason for the tyre becoming bad by now.

What's your tyre choice for your bike?

My bike is over 22,000 kms now. Am still on the stock tyres.
As almost all the members of this site say, Pirelli Sport Demon 140/70 is a good option. Costs more than Revz. Definitely better than Revz. Being a soft compound tyre, it wears off faster than Revz. Another option is Continental ContiGo!. These are used on Honda CBR 250 as stock. ContiGo and Revz are almost the same price. Maybe little more than Revz.
Both Pirelli SD and ContiGo are available in most cities.

Danny, any idea about the cost and the average life of ContiGo and the Pirelli SD?

Guys,

I personally cannot believe that 84mm sidewall is the reason for the punctures.

What about the following tyres. Why they don't have such complaints.

R15 - 100/80 x 17 - 80mm
Many bikes - 3.00 x 18 - 75mm

I only believe that the softer compound and stiffer suspension that causes more load on the tyre could be the reason.

If we follow the below, we can minimize punctures to a large extent.

- Change tyres 15,000 kms or 2 years. Worn out tread area will not be able to sweep away the obstacles.

- Regularly maintain the correct Air Pressure. Fill Nitrogen if possible. An under-filled tyre will sail over the obstacle allowing it pierce it but a correctly filled tyre will just spit out the obstacle.

This is the reason you should not ride close to trucks when the road is full of gravel. I had a damaged visor when one small stone flew right from the wheels of a truck


As far as alternatives, I see 140/70 x 17 as the best, though it kills the acceleration.

Hi,

Pirelli SD has a life (not average) of around 15,000 kms. Its a soft compound tyre. Wears out fast but gives good grip. Price should be between 3500 and 4000.
I'm not sure about ContiGo life because it's relatively new. Price between 2900 and 3300. Its a medium compound tyre.

ContiGo has bad wet grip!

Thanks for the information guys - haven't been on here for sometime now.
Anyways, recently spotted a FZ with a different looking tyre on his FZ. Spoke to the owner and he told me he had put P220's stock rear tyre onto his FZ's rear. Am not sure how good a choice that is - but he said it solved the problem of frequent punctures and informed the grip is good too.

Incidentally, just happened to see Samrath 619's suggestion here about the P220's rear tyre:


What do you think about the P220's tyre on FZ?

I would Suggest Michelin's M45 or Sirac.
(M45 for looks and best for city rides only. Not for rough road).
Sirac for Both..

I just completed 29000 K's on Pirelli SD 140/70 rear(14000 on SD) and front stocks(29000 K's).....I know 3 owner's who changed to SD and did good....

Hi there,
Please give your feed back on Pirelli SD......

I have just changed my rear tyre to Dunlop Tuff grip 140/70 - 17 after my MRF revzz developed a crack on Side walls...

I was anyways fed up of the MRF OE tyre .... it was always underpressure for one or the other reason...

This new tyre seems good and the bike is running smooth...