Re: Avon Distanzia on Roadster?

["Keith Hull" <keith@xxxxxxxxxxxxxx>]

I have used the Distanzia as a rear tire (150/70X17) on the Roadster for
gravel work with good results.  A matching front is good news!!

Is there a 17" spoke wheel that will fit the Roadster?

Keith Hull
Alaska Motorcycle Adventures
BMW Rentals and Edelweiss Guided Tours
www.RentAlaska.com


- ----- Original Message ----- 
From: "David Makin" <besa@xxxxxxx>
To: <oilheads@xxxxxxxxx>
Sent: Saturday, May 01, 2004 12:21 PM
Subject: Avon Distanzia on Roadster?


> I wonder if any listmember has tried Avon's AM43/44 combination on an
> R1150R?  I see that Avon now makes a 120/70 -17HR which would suit the
> front, and a 160/60-17 that would probaby be ok for the rear (albeit the
OEM
> Roadster tire is a 170).  I use my Roadster a lot on gravel roads and a
bit
> more grip, especially at the front, would be welcome.
>
> Yes I know I should buy a GS.
> ---------------------------------------------
> David Makin Ottawa Ontario

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