macca1 Posted June 7, 2008 Share Posted June 7, 2008 Hi Yamies, Can anyone help with a bigger or better tyre that will suit the YBR125. Currently 90/90/18 standard naff tyre. Breaks away very easily in the damp not to mention wet. Or maybe it's just me. Probably not the right area to post but I'm new at this internet not to mention biking lark. Any help would be appreciated. Regards and good scratching, Dave. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Batman Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I haven't found larger tyres for mine but i changed them for michelin road pilot sporty's and they're much better than the stock ones. also got my back brake tightened as it was very loose Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ShoKz Posted July 5, 2008 Share Posted July 5, 2008 I haven't found larger tyres for mine but i changed them for michelin road pilot sporty's and they're much better than the stock ones. also got my back brake tightened as it was very loose can you link me to a website selling them:? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Batman Posted July 7, 2008 Share Posted July 7, 2008 http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/90-90P18-Michelin-Pi...p3286.m20.l1116 90/90p18 & 2.75p18 are the 2 sizes you need That was the front and rear I just called them up on the number provided paid £86 for the tyres and delivery and they arrived the next working day. Since having them fitted the bike is so much nicer to ride. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
L2wis Posted July 13, 2008 Share Posted July 13, 2008 i've ordered these tyres for my ybr too =D looking forwards to getting them on it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Father Ted Posted July 25, 2008 Share Posted July 25, 2008 Just binned the OE tyres on my YBR commuter hack - the Michelin Pilot Sportys are much better, even though they are not scrubbed off yet, I can feel a difference. Why on earth do Yam supply the bike with such crap rubber as standard? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
john mccammon Posted August 25, 2008 Share Posted August 25, 2008 I haven't found larger tyres for mine but i changed them for michelin road pilot sporty's and they're much better than the stock ones. also got my back brake tightened as it was very loose Yamaha have introduced the YBR125 Custom. The tyres fittrd to this model are wider than those fitted to the standard model - rear custom = 3.50 - 16, the front 3.00 - 18 (same size as the standard rear ). Is it possible to fit the custom tyres to the standard model wheels? Look forward to any responses. Waltermom. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yr58ffo Posted March 29, 2009 Share Posted March 29, 2009 Reviving an old topic... I'm new to riding, and have had my '08 YBR125 since October, covering nearly 3.5K miles. I've never had the problem with slipping and sliding around while leaning in that many seem to suffer. But peoples mention of the OE tyres being a cheap load of pap has lead me to think... My rear is pretty much bald already, I kind of expected more than 3.5k out of them?! Anyone? Michelin road pilot sporty appear to be the tyre of choice, but I really am strapped for cash, and 'they' aint cheap... Anyone any suggestions for where to buy on a budget? How big a deal is motorcycle tyre fitment? do I need to go and pay someone to do it or is it perhaps a DIY job? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
yr58ffo Posted March 31, 2009 Share Posted March 31, 2009 Ok, spoke to main dealer, and wrt life expectancy on rear tyres, 1k-4k miles... depending on use and load... Guess I've not done to bad then at 3.5k!!! despite my size and riding style!!! Anyway, ended up with a Kings Tire £35 from only accessories shop, (most places are dealerships), in the area, fitted free!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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