Anyone use Bridgestone RE050A "BZ" ?

[mik_ok]

My front RE050A's are still good, so I want to replace my RE050A rears with the same this time round - probably move to MPSS all round next time.

Problem is that Bridgestone have just confirmed they stopped making the "TZ" version that was OEM. Which would explain why I can't find any.

Anyone used the Aston-specific RE050A BZ 96Y ?

Same load rating etc, so as assume the change is compound as opposed to construction ?

[djwilk]

I think it has been discussed before.

Probably just a different rim edge protector on them to better suit a dedicated fit.

Compound change would equal different tyre IMHO.

[jonnM]

I've got RE050A 285/35/19 BZ 99Y on mine with no problems

[007 VXR]

Just put MPSS on the rear now imho

[ARAF]

Speak with the tech dept. at Bridgestone, and ask them what they have replaced it with. They will also tell you why it is better (if they are worth their salt). I always found that the tech depts. were very knowledgeable (as you would expect), when I was looking at motorcycle tyres.

[VinceM]

ARAF said:

Speak with the tech dept. at Bridgestone, and ask them what they have replaced it with. They will also tell you why it is better (if they are worth their salt). I always found that the tech depts. were very knowledgeable (as you would expect), when I was looking at motorcycle tyres.

Most tech depts know what they are talking about. Usually! ;)

[ARAF]

VinceM said:

ARAF said:

Speak with the tech dept. at Bridgestone, and ask them what they have replaced it with. They will also tell you why it is better (if they are worth their salt). I always found that the tech depts. were very knowledgeable (as you would expect), when I was looking at motorcycle tyres.

Most tech depts know what they are talking about. Usually! ;)

Unless it's oil.

[VinceM]

ARAF said:

Unless it's oil.

I was off that day

[ARAF]

VinceM said:

ARAF said:

Unless it's oil.

I was off that day

Seriously though, the forum could do with generic input from you about lubricants. No need to fall foul of the rules by mentioning punctuation marks.

For the record, I used to use Morris oils on the bikes, and used to pester them from time to time, too.

[VinceM]

I try to offer generic advice where I can. I can offer specific advice via PM of course. Always happy to try and help as the forum has helped me.

[Z0m81e]

I don't know if there is a difference but I use the AM9 ones on the rear of mine with no noticeable issues.

[mik_ok]

Thanks Z0m81e

[jet_noise]

I've got N1 on the rear of my Monaro and they're fine. Porsche OE I think?

regards,
Jet

[007 VXR]

Cant see oem spec making any difference.
my MPSS are merc spec.