My new Metzeler Roadtec 01 tyres

[Chipchap]

My R1200RS has not managed 4000 miles on the OE Michelin PR4's

Perhaps I shall be trying the Metzelers next. I can only dream of 10,000 miles on a rear tyre. So far I use 3 tyres for 10,000 miles on my non sports bikes.

[SteelerSE]

So this is the last part of the review. I put the tyres on at 800 miles and the clock had 11,200 when I changed them. The rear was squaring off but could have gone on for maybe another 1000 miles but it had a nail in and I didn't think it was worth patching at that point.

The front was just starting to get a little of that lipping that you sometimes see on the sipes on the PR4 but still felt planted and had tread. I don't honestly know how many more miles it had in it but maybe 3,000 at a guess...? To be honest I just wanted the feel of a new set of tyres again and didn't want to have to come back in a couple of months to sort out the front.

I replaced them with another set of Roadtec 01s. While the PR4s have the edge in very cold weather and warm up time I've never felt anything but stable on the Roadtec's. They have provided excellent wet weather grip and while you'll need reviews from a more spirited rider for suitability on sportier machines (mine's a Crossrunner - a heavy beast but only 100hp) I'd recommend them happily to anyone. They've done nothing but encourage me when the pace has increased.

Oponeo has a set delivered for £218 so while there's cheaper stuff out there that's pretty good value in my book.

So thank you Metzeler for 10,000 miles of safe and enjoyable riding. You've also gained a convert in the process.

[Andybow]

Amazing getting that mileage out of a set, most I've ever got is 5k on similar sports touring rubber, getting some 01 fitted in a couple of weeks

[SteelerSE]

Andybow said:

Amazing getting that mileage out of a set, most I've ever got is 5k on similar sports touring rubber, getting some 01 fitted in a couple of weeks

Just be aware that you're putting down a lot more power on your K13 and about half of my commute is slow speed stuff. Having said all that I never had PR4s last longer than 8k and these feel sportier to me. It's also worth being aware that they do HWT versions if you do lots of two up or heavily loaded work. I'm assuming it's more designed for much heavier bikes. Mine were standard ones and the Crossrunner is 230kg.

It will be great to see how you get on.

[Andybow]

Cheers for the info, sold the k13, now have a mt10 so standard will be fine

[SVS]

SteelerSE said:

these feel sportier to me.

I wonder how the Roadec 01s compare to Metzeler's Z8 tyres?

[Mr2Mike]

SVS said:

I wonder how the s compare to Metzeler's Z8 tyres?

The Roadtec 01 replaces the Z8 in Metzelers range AFAIK.

[obscene]

My rear is looking near the end of it's life with 5000 on it including two track days early last year (can't remember how much I actually used them as it was mostly a race wet front and 80% race wet rear). Must say, I'd like to test them out properly on a nice hot summer track day as I imagine they will be much better than the PR4's in the dry but given my experience on Michelins, they still take it. PR3/4's have lasted longer (8000ish) with track use and performed adequately. Given I'm going to need new tyres soon, I'd probably go back to Michelins if I'm honest as they perform better in the wet and cold.

[Halesowen Kid]

SteelerSE,

Thank you for your running observations regarding Metzler Roadtec 01 tyres.

I have a Kawasaki Versys 1000 GT year 2015 with the original stock Bridgestone T30 tyres. The rear has squared off at 6.5k & I estimate I should get at least another 1k out of it, & with the front still wearing very well indeed to the point of, do I change it & just replace the rear tyre, or replace both & keep the existing front as a spare?

I was thinking of changing to Michelin PR3's but now I've read your posts I think I will try the Metz.

Any further advice will be appreciated.

Regards,

Mike

[SteelerSE]

Halesowen Kid said:

SteelerSE,

Thank you for your running observations regarding Metzler Roadtec 01 tyres.

I have a Kawasaki Versys 1000 GT year 2015 with the original stock Bridgestone T30 tyres. The rear has squared off at 6.5k & I estimate I should get at least another 1k out of it, & with the front still wearing very well indeed to the point of, do I change it & just replace the rear tyre, or replace both & keep the existing front as a spare?

I was thinking of changing to Michelin PR3's but now I've read your posts I think I will try the Metz.

Any further advice will be appreciated.

Regards,

Mike

I think it mainly depends on how comfortable you've been on the T30s. I wouldn't recommend just changing the rear as that could create problems with a mismatch.

If you're going to replace them then I'd suggest that either you get a new T30 rear and wait until both wear out or you replace both. And if you want to hang on to the old T30 front then I guess if you have the space why not. Not being a tyre guru I don't know if taking tyres on and off wheels causes any problems to the bead that seals with the wheel - someone else can maybe chime in on that.

I hope that they work out for you - I've been really happy with them.

[Desiato]

I have always been a big fan of Pirelli tyres for my bikes and I had just got 10k out of a set of Angel GT's when I needed rear on the quick. Watling didn't have a Pirelli in stock so I opted for the Metzeler Roadtec 01.
My initial impression was that it was just ok, but accepted it was probably a mismatch with the worn Angel GT front.
A month after that, I replaced the front with a Roadtec, wow what a difference. I have to say that they have been brilliant. Very confidence inspiring, loads of grip in both the wet and dry. Similar to the Pirellis you get a bit of warning close to the limit and can feel them gently starting to slide rather than just letting go.
I think I have put about 3500 miles on them now and they still look as good as new.
So far, one of the best tyres I have ever used, on a par with a super sports tyre but with the wear and everyday usefulness of a touring tyre.

[Birky_41]

Desiato said:

You must get some squirm or movement on lean with gaps like that!

[Andybow]

Birky_41 said:

You must get some squirm or movement on lean with gaps like that!

I haven't on mine, they've been rock solid on the mt10

[Gavia]

anonymous said:

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More than is sensible on the road. Few people, if any, can outride a modern tyre on the road. I raced last week and the track turned out to be a lot drier than any of us thought. All of us turned out on wets and those were squirming, but we still ran sub 2 mins on tyres that weren't working well. Road tyres are fine to ride on and enjoy.

[Desiato]

Birky_41 said:

You must get some squirm or movement on lean with gaps like that!

If it is squirming it's certainly not noticeable. They feel really planted and sure footed.

[Birky_41]

Gavia said:

anonymous said:

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More than is sensible on the road. Few people, if any, can outride a modern tyre on the road. I raced last week and the track turned out to be a lot drier than any of us thought. All of us turned out on wets and those were squirming, but we still ran sub 2 mins on tyres that weren't working well. Road tyres are fine to ride on and enjoy.

I think the first bit Gavia said is true. But there are differences and riders abilities - even on the road, otherwise we might as well all ride on pirelli angels or the likes no matter what 600-1000+cc bike we own

I personally felt my M7RR'S (only the rear) move and step out on any enthusiastic riding over my supercorsa not on lean as they are excellent but on feeding on the throttle while banked (34f 34r). These Metz being tested are a more tourer version of the M7RR hence my comment

Toxicnerve will know the A131 roads (sudbury) which are a series of short staights and fast sweepy roundabouts. That's the sort of places they move

[Wildfire]

How does the profile compare to the PR4's?

My Rosso Corsa 2's on my Monster are starting to square off. They will probably be gone by the time the bad weather sets in, just in time for some new hoops.

I like the PR4's, but am not too fond of the profile as I find they slow the steering down somewhat.

[Pravus1]

They squirm a lot less that PR3's that for sure.

Much faster steering than the pr4 and loads more side grip. They feel a lot steeper and more stable when banked over.

[Wildfire]

Pravus1 said:

They squirm a lot less that PR3's that for sure.

Much faster steering than the pr4 and loads more side grip. They feel a lot steeper and more stable when banked over.

Excellent! Just the view I was looking for. I've found that the squarer profile on the PR's felt like a bit of a drop when leaning over.

[obscene]

Pravus covered it. Only thing I prefer about the Michelin is they feel a lot better in the wet to me.