Has my tyre finally gone?

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:17

Is this tyre now illegal? Really can't afford a new one, is this technically dangerous now?

ci_newman · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:17

Bad link?

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:18

Oh, hang on - hasn't processed yet! Check back in a few minutes sorry!

acemastr · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:31

You really need to ask this? That tire will be a death trap riding on cords, even in the dry, the wet will be nigh on impossible

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:31

Ok, video working!

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:32

acemastr said:
You really need to ask this? That tire will be a death trap riding on cords, even in the dry, the wet will be nigh on impossible

Still my first bike, first time I've worn a tire - I wasn't sure at what point it's dangerous is all!

tom_e · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:32

Got another 1000 miles on that no problem :rolleyes:

I recommend you do some reading up on basic maintenance at least, if your tire is in that state I dread to think what the rest of the bike is like.

These aren't like cars, if something lets go it's going to sting rather than just leave you stranded and needing a new pair of undies.

wazza300 · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:33

Yep its toast,if a copper spots it you could get 3 points and be made to push it home,you can see the carcass showing through it

Look on eBay for a part worn one with plenty mm tread left,a new one won't be that expensive,looks small size

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:35

The rest of my bike is self maintained and just fine, I'm well aware the tire is on it's way out, I just didn't know how far I could push it before I had to spend some cash on it

wazza300 · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:38

Depends how much you value your own life,and can avoid the cops

I'd just get one on it asap

tom_e · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:42

What bike is it?

Looks like a smaller bike so shouldn't cost you the earth even for decent rubber, either way get it done quickly that tire on the sort of greasy crap you get this time of year when it rains will not be fun.

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:48

Lexmoto XTRS 125, be nice to me! I know it's chinese but it's all I have!

Managed to get 13,000km on it without any problems

tom_e · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:51

http://www.lexmoto.co.uk/KS125-24_parts_RT1008017.php The stock tire is only £20 :eek:

DampDog · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:52

satanicguardian said:
Is this tyre now illegal? Really can't afford a new one, is this technically dangerous now?

LOL... Hook not taken..

acemastr · 10 Jul 2015 at 15:56

Michelin Pilot Sporty's will transform the bike, little more expensive but far safer

Pants · 10 Jul 2015 at 16:17

I just can't believe you had to ask. Jesus.

Well done on putting 13k miles on it though. I'm only up to 2k on my Sinnis Apache 125. Nothing major has gone wrong on mine either after a year. Only loose exhaust heat shield bolts.

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 16:18

acemastr said:
Michelin Pilot Sporty's will transform the bike, little more expensive but far safer

Would I actually notice any difference? I don't often find myself losing grip, I take corners carefully

ShakenNstirred · 10 Jul 2015 at 18:51

satanicguardian said:
The rest of my bike is self maintained and just fine, I'm well aware the tire is on it's way out, I just didn't know how far I could push it before I had to spend some cash on it

on its way out
it was on its way out a good few 1000 mines ago
hate to think what the rest of the bikes like if you think that's only just on it way out

satanicguardian · 10 Jul 2015 at 19:08

ShakenNstirred said:
on its way out
it was on its way out a good few 1000 mines ago
hate to think what the rest of the bikes like if you think that's only just on it way out

Haha, as I said the rest is fine - I do bits of maintenance myself, oil, chain etc - had it serviced a month ago for valve clearance's, not 100% confident at that bit yet.

Just so people know I took your advice, my bike is now at the local garage, should have a new tire on first thing tomorrow. Ride safe all!

wazza300 · 10 Jul 2015 at 19:11

you havn't been skidding on it have you?

EDIT: or doing burnouts/donuts hahah