txtnewbie Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Looking at purchasing a new rear tyre. I’m new to trials and have realised the bike I’m riding has a tube fitted in the Michelin rear x11 tyre. It’s rounded it edges and looks like it’s previou been turned round but i’ve still got quite a bit of tread. I’m really struggling to get grip on wet ground. Would a fresh tyre make a big difference? Was looking at Pirelli tyres as they’re a lot cheaper (MT 43 ) are they ok or should i pay a bit more for a Michelin. Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
b40rt Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Pay the extra, the mt43 is more a hard wearing trail tyre. Even new, it wouldn't be any better than your well worn mitch. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
txtnewbie Posted February 3, 2018 Author Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Thank’s that’s good to know. Any recommendation for rim bands to reseal the spokes. It’s a 2004 Gas Gas txt pro. cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guy53 Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Dunlop GP Lots of traction, good price Guy 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gasserguy Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 Michelin x light if you want more grip.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cleanorbust Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 IRC recommended for muddy conditions. So as you see, it's a confusing decision, but only consider IRC/Michelin/Dunlop. Check on eBay for best deals. BVM Moto were best last time I looked. As a beginner, are you quite sure you're accurately measuring your tyre pressure? It's a common mistake to run the tyre even slightly too inflated, resulting in less grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonnyc21 Posted February 3, 2018 Report Share Posted February 3, 2018 I think the Donlop 803 GP is the best value for the money and the Michelin is the top for grip of the two tires I have used. Can't comment on the IRC yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
miner Posted February 4, 2018 Report Share Posted February 4, 2018 I got a set of MT43's after I had ordered Michelin's (long story) they are quite hard compared to the old Michelin that came off, OK for rough and loamy ground but not getting the same bite on stones/rocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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