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Yes, I have seen the same problem! The OEM Metzeler front had a distinct axial run-out...probably 2-3+mm which was easily seen if you glanced down quickly while riding. On a second glance you would see that the front rim itself running quite true, with little discernible run-out.
Needless to say, this had an ill effect on front end stability, both in a straight line, and especially when cornering with the contact patch dancing around! That tire is now in the landfill, and even my 'temporary' Cheng-Shin Barracuda runs very true on the same rim, and it grips surprisingly well! (Hey... I can hear snickering!:laughhard
I'm swapping to a 17" front wheel which is being polished right now, and I just put the Cheng on there temporarily (it's nearly new and was in my garage) so I could ride...I just couldn't stand one more mile of that crappy warped Metz!
I really like my new Pirelli Diablo rear, and can hardly wait to get it's mate up there on the front end!
Cheers,
BLIGHT
Needless to say, this had an ill effect on front end stability, both in a straight line, and especially when cornering with the contact patch dancing around! That tire is now in the landfill, and even my 'temporary' Cheng-Shin Barracuda runs very true on the same rim, and it grips surprisingly well! (Hey... I can hear snickering!:laughhard
I'm swapping to a 17" front wheel which is being polished right now, and I just put the Cheng on there temporarily (it's nearly new and was in my garage) so I could ride...I just couldn't stand one more mile of that crappy warped Metz!
I really like my new Pirelli Diablo rear, and can hardly wait to get it's mate up there on the front end!
Cheers,
BLIGHT
