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The C-14, aka Kawasaki Concours-14, the new one :) => Accessories and modifications - C14/GTR 1400 => Topic started by: kzz1king on September 06, 2019, 10:49:18 AM

Title: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: kzz1king on September 06, 2019, 10:49:18 AM

I see Rocky Mountain has them is stock size for 192 a pair. Thinking of giving them a try. I have the 3's on now. 5,000 miles and almost to the wear bars rear and I was trying to go easy on them! But as the best I have gotten out of 5 rear tires is 5000 I think I will stick the with a lower priced tire. Anyone here using them? Thanks

Wayne

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: connie_rider on September 06, 2019, 06:49:51 PM

Mine were just delivered. Ordered thru Cycle gear for $186. Took about 1 week to receive them.
NOTE: With my order I requested "newest available Mfg. date".
            I received tires manufactured on 3/19 and 5/19.
            (The ones on the shelf at the Cycle Gear store were 7 1/2 years old)  :o

Another advantage with Cycle Gear purchase is: they will mount the tires for $25 ea.   :thumbs:

There is a discussion about them on the other Forum, which is why I opted to buy.

Ride safe, Ted

 

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: CDII on September 10, 2019, 08:24:45 AM

Good value. I've got a new set, nephew has new set, son has a new rear from Dennis Kirk.
The price has been creeping up lately. Now $114.88/124.88 + $5 each tire.
We all like them.

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: connie_rider on September 10, 2019, 10:19:53 AM

I just pulled up Rocky Mountain, and Bikebandit to check you numbers as they seemed high.

Rocky Mountain was $114, and $80
Bikebandit has them for $96/rear in 190/50-17 and $67/front in 120/70-17....
    Revzilla, Cycle Gear, Dennis Kirk are the same as BB...

https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080 (https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080)

https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080 (https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080)

At that price, I may order another set.

Ride safe, Ted

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: kzz1king on September 10, 2019, 01:29:21 PM

Is it possible it is old stock? When did they quit making the first generation?

Quote from: connie_rider on September 10, 2019, 10:19:53 AM

I just pulled up Rocky Mountain, and Bikebandit to check you numbers as they seemed high.

Rocky Mountain was $114, and $80
Bikebandit has them for $96/rear in 190/50-17 and $67/front in 120/70-17....
    Revzilla, Cycle Gear, Dennis Kirk are the same as BB...

https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080 (https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080)

https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080 (https://www.bikebandit.com/tires-tubes/motorcycle-tires/dunlop-sportmax-roadsmart-ii-motorcycle-tire/p/36080)

At that price, I may order another set.

Ride safe, Ted

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: kzz1king on September 10, 2019, 02:23:55 PM

I was going to price match with Rocky Mountain but the chat guy said there were the same price. That isnt what my cart showed so Bike Bandit here we come. Thanks for saving me close to $30

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: connie_rider on September 10, 2019, 10:08:22 PM

When I ordered mine I attached a note requesting latest production.
Front tire was 3/19 and rear was 6/19..

Ride safe, Ted

Title: Re: Anyone using the Road Smart 2's?
Post by: JerBear on September 25, 2019, 04:38:16 AM

I just spooned on a pair,  Price was really good but haven't gone riding yet as my foot had surgery.  They look right so we shall see if they are the way to go.