Go with the Michelin I use Michelin on my D200 both front and rear both provide better grip than the stock MRF's.

Replaced my 2012 Karizma R's front and rear stock tyres (Zapper FS and Zapper Y) with Zapper RF and Zapper Q. The stock had done 31k and still looked good as new. No doubt why people keep saying it is very hard compound and refused to wear out. I gave my old tyres to a friend whose Karizma had done 42k(His tyres were at a need to be replaced ASAP condition). I was contemplating between MRF Vyde, MRF Zapper Q, Ceat zoom, Pirelli SD and Michelin Sirac for rear.

1. Vyde was my first choice given its good reviews. Unfortunately Vyde is stocked up only for 17 inch rims at all places. Dealer told me that the supply was poor for 18 inch generally.
2. Zapper Q has almost a similar profile and tread pattern to that of Vyde. Read some good reviews on it. Priced at Rs.2600 I felt it is slightly overpriced but ok.
3. Ceat Zoom - Heard mixed reviews about this one. Heard it has good grip on dry Tarmac whereas my confusion started when some reviews suggested the wet Tarmac grip was poor. In addition to this Ceat zoom supply had a supply problem. Enquired with 4 dealers and none had stock.
4. Pirelli SD - Heard excellent reviews on this one. But again heard it has wet grip issues. Also being on the softer side, it is more puncture prone. Having been used to the hard compound MRF stock ones on the motorcycle, I did not want to venture into soft compound as my usage is mostly in city. Never have had a single puncture so far on the stock tyres.
5. Michelin Sirac - Post TVS manufacturing, a lot of complaints over this one. So did not bother venturing into it.

For the front there were limited choices. As far as I had read online, most people suggested to go again with the original Zapper FS for the front. But I desperately wanted to try something new, as I had had a fall only a month ago (the very reason I decided to change the tyres). After fixing on Zapper Q for rear, I decided to go ahead with MRF for the front also. For Karizma I had choices like Zapper FS, FQ, FM, FV, RF etc. (Sadly no FY/FY1). FS, FQ and FM have almost similar tread pattern. Whereas, FV and RF have similar tread pattern. My prime concern was good water dissipation. I zeroed on RF for its slightly more aggressive rib pattern against FV's straight ribs on the centre. Frankly I am still a bit skeptical of my front tyre choice, but beyond a point I was frustrated of researching and had to make a choice.

Got my tyres at Sri Badmavathi Tyres at Kanthanchavady, OMR as it was near my office. Not a very professional place despite being a MRF only dealer. I would always recommend BM Lal tyres near Satyam Cinemas for better workmanship but it was too far away for me.

Observations so far(90kms done with new tyres)

Rear Zapper Q feels good so far. Too soon to comment on its hard cornering abilities. I have only tried mild cornering and I felt confident. Tried hard braking on the rear, purposely trying to lock the rear. Rear slipping/fishtailing has reduced leaps and bounds compared to the stock Zapper Y. Once the rains come in, shall be able to comment on its wet grip performance. Cost: Rs.2600(Used my old tube)

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Front Zapper RF has good grip on mild cornering. Again, yet to see hard cornering abilities. Front doesn't lock up so easily like the stock Zapper FS. Only weird thing is that, it tramlines a bit at slow speeds. But I need to confirm this as I am skeptical with the current tyre pressure maintained. Rs.1600(With tube)

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Shall post feedback again after doing some 250kms.

Query: Do all stock size tyres have the same recommended pressure? I have 25 psi on the front and 29 psi on the rear now.

Hi Guys,
I have a R15 and my tyres are worn out with very unusual marks on stock MRF tyres. So would someone please suggest me something for 130/70-17.
I am looking for a tyre with decent dry and wet grip with good braking and cornering ability.
All suggestion and advises are welcome

I am using Michelin Street Radial for about 5k Kms and its really better than those stock MRF Zapper FQ tyres. I am using the tyre with same dimension you mentioned here.

Which model of Michelin you are using? I heard Michelin Sporty is prone to puncture.

Hey guys..my bike (CBR 150R) is done with 16K Kms, planning to change my front tyre. But am confused with Michelin Pilot Sporty and MRF Zapper..any suggestions? Removed Michelin Street radial from my list as correct size isn't available.
Pleas Note: I already changed my rear to Michelin Street and its been 5K km with it. Performing pretty well.

Stay away from Michelin pilot sporty they r pathetic. Made by tvs tyres in india. MRF is way better. Michelin radials are good though.

Thanks Suraj,
Would you mind letting me know where do you got them from and what was the cost.

Its not about who they are made by, its about how they perform and the compound used is also soft and when you will drive then you come to know the level of grip the tires make (apple is made in china)

Hi Harish,
What size Zapper Q you have opted for 120-80 or 130-70 and the price you have quoted 2600 is it same for tubeless or juse for one with tube.

I got it offline from a dealer. It cost me around 4900(price of tyre+labour charge for replacing the stock)

Stay away from Michelin pilot sporty they r pathetic. Made by tvs tyres in india. MRF is way better. Michelin radials are good though.