New Rubbers

[CrioGeniC]

Ok, get your minds out of the gutter, unless you just want to join me there..hehe.

Tires.

I am getting to the point where I need to replace atleast the front tire on my bike. The tire that is on there now is a Dunlop 120/65ZR-17 D207F. For the life of me I cannot find that tire anywhere. From what I have read Dunlop has discontinued this tire for the Dunlop Qualifier. The only size this new tire comes in either 120/60ZR-17 or 120/70ZR-17. Can I put either one of these on my bike or do I need to stay with the current size.

Since Dunlop does not make the size I need anymore, I have been looking at either Metzeler Sportec M3s or the Maxxis Supermaxx. Wondering if anyone has any info on these tires.

Any help will be greatly appreciated,

CrioGeniC

[Sev]

Both of them will technically work. One is a taller sidewall, and the other is a slightly smaller sidewall then what is currently on your bike. Given the choice I'd go for the smaller sidewall.

[CrioGeniC]

Thanks Sev,

I have found a couple of decent reviews for the Maxxis tire set. Just looking at my tires, I know that the front will be replaced soon, and figure if I get a good riding season this year, the back will probably need to be replaced by next year. So I might go ahead and bite the bullet and just get a whole new set now. At least that way, I know my wife wont have to mess with them next year when she is riding the bike while I am deployed.

[gsJack]

From Dunlop Fitment Guide:

Make: Kawasaki | Model: ZX 600 J (05-07) - ZZR 600
Front Rim Size: 3.50x17 | Rear Rim Size: 5.50x17

Recommended Front Tire:
Tire : Qualifier | Size : 120/60ZR17 | PSI/Loaded : 36
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Recommended Rear Tire:
Tire : Qualifier | Size : 180/55ZR17 | PSI Rear/Loaded : 42
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O.E. Replacement Front Tire:
Tire : D207 ZR | Size : 120/65ZR17 | PSI/Loaded : 36
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O.E. Replacement Rear Tire:
Tire : D207 ZR** | Size : 180/55ZR17 | PSI Rear/Loaded : 42


Alternative Front Tire:
Tire : D220 | Size : 120/60ZR17 | PSI/Loaded : 36
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Alternative Rear Tire:
Tire : D220 | Size : 180/55ZR17 | PSI Rear/Loaded : 41
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Depends what kind of tire you want, Dunlop suggests their Qualifier if you want another supersport tire for max stick or their D220 if you want a longer life sport touring tire with a good average of stick and life. Like Sev suggested, they suggest the 120/60 front in both cases for your ZZR600.

You can get the 120/65 in the Avon Viper Sport, Bridgestone BT014, Sportec M3, Supermaxx, or Michelin Pilot Power. All good supersports in the 120/65 size, but nothing wrong with the 120/60s either.