Triumphrat

03-22-2007

Just as the title suggests; are the stock tires good for rainy weather? I'm interested in a Thruxton, and plan to be an all year rider. My major concern is the constant rain we have over here.

Anyone know how well the tires are for rainy weather of all degrees?

Thanks.

Whitehurst · 03-22-2007

Motorcycles are not good in the rain....the tires are o.k.

bshadbolt · 03-22-2007

I haven't had any trouble with mine and we get a fair bit of rain here in Singapore.

But then again, I do slow down a bit and watch for metal grates, slippery paint, etc.

Most tyres are ok in the rain, it's the rider that causes the problems.

Cheers,

Brett

setts · 03-23-2007

Cape Town is a peninsular stuck out between the Indian and Atlantic oceans. In winter we get serious and often unpredictable rain. I've done one winter on the Metzlers, (probably around 5,000 km) often in rain, and have only praise for their wet weather characteristics. Of course you need to make appropriate adjustments to your riding style.

AVMECH · 03-23-2007

They are one of the better tires I've used in the rain, but like any tire in the wet, don't put your confidence in them.

mhanson · 03-23-2007

Ditto...

Yes they are quit good in the wet.

M

jkieler · 03-29-2007

I HAD NO PROBLEMS LAST YEAR and I drove through a lot of rain.

The only problem i had last year was an unposted peet gravel road in Dickeyville Wis at 21:30 at night.