metxler z6 tire spec

[panayoti]

what do the extra letters in the description of th efollowing metzler z6 roadtechs mean ?

Size

Style

Weight

Part #

Price Buy!

150/70ZR17 BW 17 T03020009 $139.99 Buy

160/60ZR17 BW 16 T03020010 $134.95 Buy

160/70ZR17 BW 16 T03020098 $144.45 Buy

170/60ZR17 BW 18 T03020011 $141.37 Buy

180/55ZR17 BW 15 T03020012 $151.47 Buy

180/55ZR17 ( B ) BW 15 T03040005 $146.33 Buy

180/55ZR17 © BW 15 T03040033 $160.72 Buy

180/55ZR17 (E) BW 15 T03040058 $169.80 Buy

180/55ZR17 (K) BW 15 T03040046 $160.72 Buy

190/50ZR17 BW 16 T03020013 $169.89 Buy

190/50ZR17 (U) BW 16 T03040044 $173.52 Buy

160/60ZR18 BW 17 T03020014 $139.60 Buy

some internet sites list the extra letter ( B ) for example. they also list an OEM tire?

i always thought the OEM tires were inferior ?

thanks for your help.

 

[03HiYoSilver]

Panayoti,

Found this on the Metzler site that may help you out.

https://www.us.metzelermoto.com/product_inf..._tire/index.htm

https://www.us.metzelermoto.com/product_inf...afety/index.htm

 

[twowheelnut]

They mean: 'This Tire is a Piece of Shit' in numeric code for various languages.

 

[Mike-H]

They mean: 'This Tire is a Piece of Shit' in numeric code for various languages.

Still can't let it go.... :nea: .....just watch you don't blow a gasket....

 

[panayoti]

thanks guys

you too TWN, as usual your input was very beneficial

 

[twowheelnut]

Happy to help anytime.

 

[Wicked Webby]

I will say that my OEM Metzler z6's have performed very well considering that they were designed for higher mileage. No wobbles either unlike the Avons. I guess to each his own on tires. I don't prefer to change tires on my FJR as often as I have to on my other ride so I don't worry about having race sticky tires.

WW

 

[trmn8er]

I will say that my OEM Metzler z6's have performed very well considering that they were designed for higher mileage. No wobbles either unlike the Avons. I guess to each his own on tires. I don't prefer to change tires on my FJR as often as I have to on my other ride so I don't worry about having race sticky tires.
WW

I too have had very good wear and fairly good performance from these tires. I have almost 9K on the set, and am ready to buy another set. I'm not looking to win any races, and for the type of riding I do they are great.

 

[Scab]

They mean: 'This Tire is a Piece of Shit' in numeric code for various languages.

Now, see, I'll never, ever buy these tires, hero worship being what it is and all.

 

[IRBR]

The Z6's were the last Metzler's I intend to buy. They were billed as an improved sport touring tire from (I think) the Z4's, which came stock on my FJR.

Here's the problem with both model Metzler's: they won't hold a line in a high speed turn.

If you ride aggressively enough (for me, 90+ mph turns, 2 up), you can feel a sensation almost like a tiny bit of sand on the road, from both wheels. All the while you're feeling this, the bike will be slowly drifting to the outside of the turn. You're sliding.

I recently put a pair of Michelin Pilot Road's on my 2005 FJR. The bike will now hold a line in a high speed turn, something it's never done well. And they're wearing extremely well.

My 2 cents,

IRBR

 

[Bustanut joker]

They mean: 'This Tire is a Piece of Shit' in numeric code for various languages.

Could'ja clarify that please, I missed sumpin. :dribble: in translation around the first line that said buy.

:jester: