Off topic too: I also never change my tires in pairs, getting about 1/2 again more mileage on the front.
On topic: I agree that it would be nice if the tires were ready to ride. But knowing that they are not I take it easy for the first 100 miles and deliberately be sure to ride the tires on the sides as well as in a straight line, otherwise you are in for a bit of pucker factor when you take that first curve at speed. After 54 years of this riding stuff I guess I've been sufficiently brain washed that I don't protest, or even think about it much. Its just something I know I have to do - like going to the dentist...........
Monte
