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Jun 29
2009
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Introducing Our Refer-A-Friend Giveaway Contest! (Now With A New Blog Topic!)Posted by: Karilee on Jun 29, 2009   |
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The much-hyped Refer-A-Friend Giveaway Contest is finally here! There are two ways to enter:
1.) Refer a friend to our community. You will receive 1 entry in each drawing period for every referred friend that becomes a member of our online community during monthly drawing period. It’s quick and easy, simply:
a. Log-in to our Community area
b. Select the “Friends” tab from the member menu
c. Select “Invite Friends” from the “Friends” menu
d. Enter your friend’s email (and a message, if you want)
e. Click the “Invite” button to send them the invite and note
Most importantly, there is no limit to how many entries you can receive this way! If you can get 100 friends to join the AllAboutBikes community, you get 100 entries into the contest.
2.) Comment on our blog (click here)! You can earn up to one extra entry per week just by giving us your thoughts. Each week, there will be a new topic to comment on --- so be sure to keep 'em coming!
Every three weeks, a winner will be announced and a new prize will be up for grabs. Still need more info about our Refer-A-Friend Giveaway? Check out the full contest rules and details here.
The AllAboutBikes family is pleased to announce the first prize: a set of Pirelli Diablo Rosso tires (MSRP: $450)!
Here are a few details about our kick-ass first prize of the contest: to start, they're made out of new compounds that offer fast warm up, linear grip at all temperatures and excellent wet performance. Meanwhile, optimized balance of carbon black and silica in the compounds promote even wear and mechanical wet grip with great traction, all while providing the good mileage you expect while riding your bike. Finally, front and rear profiles work in coordination to provide you with precise trajectories at every lean angle. Clearly put, you want these tires. You really, really want them.
THIS WEEK'S BLOG TOPIC IS TIRE PRICES!
Tell us how much you normally spend on new tires for your bike. Do you go the expensive route, or do you save your cash and go with a bargain brand? Leave your comments, we'll be checking and responding at least once a day (so don't be shy).
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written by Tyrone Twyman , June 29, 2009
I currently have Bridgestone BT-015 (tires that come stock on a 2009 Suzuki Hayabusa) which I don't have enough miles on yet to determine if I like them or not. I can however say with confidence that Dunlops were a really durable and almost race track ready tire for my previous bike (2007 GSXR 1000).
written by Michelle Draveski , June 30, 2009
I have firestone right now but in the market for new ones. I will tell you I dont know much about tires and I really need to learn. Women can not always depend on men for car advice and I would rather know walking in the guess and regrete later
written by Martin , July 01, 2009
I was invited to an early morning canyon ride, the weather was quite cold and I couldn't shake the feeling that I would'nt be able to get my tires up to temperature. In my 34 years of riding, for this ride I was certain I was heading off to crash,
I sat that one out.
written by Martin , July 02, 2009
Right now I have the Bridgestone BT016 as standard issue from the manufacturer. I do a lot of commuting but also love the twisties. I have to say the manufacturers choice is spot on for a mixture of longevity and traction. I do plan on putting on a set of track tires for track day, (whenever I finally get there).
THE ABSOLUTE WORST TIRES EVER ARE THE TOMAHAWK BRAND.
I used them on my ZX12R Ninja primarily because of price because that monster 1200 was eating tires.
These tires were made of an odd compound which wore very unevenly but the worst part was when you encountered even the slightest bit of water, I mean if a fly spat on them it was like a bar of soap, they would break loose at any speed. I was once caught in an unexpected rain and I could not get up a 6% grade, that's like your standard freeway on ramp.
I don't see any mention of those tires anymore and with good reason, there a road hazard.
written by Julian Taylor , July 13, 2009
When chosing a tire that you want to do track and road with go for any of the duel compound tires. Like the Diablo Rosso, it has a harder compound in the middle for road longevity and sticky soft rubber on the walls for grip when leaning over.
All the main tire brands make a tire for this type of work. They are not the longest lasting, but they are the most fun.
written by Bill Cain , July 14, 2009
I get tires through the mechanic who's working on my bike. It makes no sense to try to save a few bucks by getting them from a third party. It would be like walking into a restaurant with some hamburger and asking them to make me a burger.
written by bartholomew Henry , July 19, 2009
Dunlop GT501's have been fine for me in the past, but for my next bike....hmmmmm.
written by Tyrone Twyman , August 30, 2009
It's obvious that most folks like Dunlops..........has anyone out there experimented with Pirelli. Just curious to hear what your thoughts are on that brand.
written by William Luvin , December 20, 2009
I ALLWAYS BY A QUAILTY TIRE. tHESE PIRELLS WOULD BE GREAT.
