It's Cyber Monday, tires are on sale, and...

[GS1000G Shopper]

... while I'm not to the point of needing to replace the Spitfires on the '81 GS1000G, it's hard to pass up a sale. Plus I need a few items for the Sabre rebuild.

I've done some reading here, and am looking at the Shinko Tourmaster 230 in 130/90-17, which is the same size as the Spitfire 11R on there now. Bike Bandit has a sitewide 20% off sale going on today, and I just realized the V65 Sabre uses the same size rear tire as the GS (it has a 110/90-18 on the front vs. the GS 100/90-19). The 230 is available and V speed rated for all three sizes I need.

I ran a Shinko rear tire (think it was a 757 or similar) on my Concours for a couple thousand before I sold it and it worked well. The 230 seems well reviewed here and on BB's site.

Here's how the deal today is shaping up based on my "cart":
110/90-18 front:
Retail: $83.95
Regular: $57.22
Discount $11.44
Net $45.78

100/90-19 front:
Retail: $79.95
Regular: $54.31
Discount $10.86
Net $43.45

Rear:
Retail: $99.95
Regular $67.89
Discount $13.58
Net $54.31

I can get 4 of these (1 each front + two rears) shipped for $197. Seems like a really good deal for a V speed rated and well-reviewed tire.

EDIT
I forgot to add free shipping over $99, and free Motion Pro tire irons with tire purchases over $99! You have to add them at checkout. Don't need 'em? Sell 'em and reduce your cost even more. LOL GS Resources is Fatwallet for the day.

[lurch12_2000]

... while I'm not to the point of needing to replace the Spitfires on the '81 GS1000G, it's hard to pass up a sale. Plus I need a few items for the Sabre rebuild.

I've done some reading here, and am looking at the Shinko Tourmaster 230 in 130/90-17, which is the same size as the Spitfire 11R on there now. Bike Bandit has a sitewide 20% off sale going on today, and I just realized the V65 Sabre uses the same size rear tire as the GS (it has a 110/90-18 on the front vs. the GS 100/90-19). The 230 is available and V speed rated for all three sizes I need.

I ran a Shinko rear tire (think it was a 757 or similar) on my Concours for a couple thousand before I sold it and it worked well. The 230 seems well reviewed here and on BB's site.

Here's how the deal today is shaping up based on my "cart":
110/90-18 front:
Retail: $83.95
Regular: $57.22
Discount $11.44
Net $45.78

110/90-19 front:
Retail: $79.95
Regular: $54.31
Discount $10.86
Net $43.45

Rear:
Retail: $99.95
Regular $67.89
Discount $13.58
Net $54.31.

I can get 4 of these (1 each front + two rears) shipped for $197. Seems like a really good deal for a V speed rated and well-reviewed tire.

How did you get the 20% off to apply to the Shinko 230's?...NEVER MIND....I see the 20% on checkout process and a free set of motion pro tire irons too. Now I have to get my order over $99!
Free shipping is for over $99 orders too?
Did you mean a 100/90-19 for the GS front?
I have a 110/90-19 Spitfire on the front of my GS1000G but would go back to the 100/90-19 on my next order.

[GS1000G Shopper]

Oops... yes, 100/19. Too many open windows & typing. I'll fix the original.

The 20% is the discount listed in my figures: $67.89 x .2= 13.58. Put them in your cart and it comes up automatically.

Yes, I forgot to add free shipping over $99. I priced the 230 rear tire at another site, and it was close to $70.

[mriddle]

Michelin Pilot Road 3 Motorcycle Tire

1

102.38

Michelin Pilot Road 3 Motorcycle Tire

1

131.26

Subtotal:

233.64

Shipping & Handling:

8.95

Tax:

0.00

Total:

233.6

New tires for my Bandit.

[BassCliff]

Hi,

Wow! Two sets of decent tires for less than $200? That's a pretty dang good deal. Thanks for sharing.


Thank you for your indulgence,

BassCliff

[7981GS]

I had to get one of two different brands just to barely crack the $99 barrier.
$99.37 with FREE shipping!

Daniel

[GS1000G Shopper]

I forgot to add free Motion Pro tire irons with tire purchases over $99! You have to add them at checkout. Glad you all were able to take advantage of the deal.

[lurch12_2000]

I forgot to add free Motion Pro tire irons with tire purchases over $99! You have to add them at checkout. Glad you all were able to take advantage of the deal.

Thanks for the heads up on this sale.
I hadn't dealt with BikeBandit in a few years. I never had problems with them but others may have. I ordered a Shinko 712 set of tires for the my next GS1000G tire change(or if I buy another GS off CL!!) for next year for under $80! The existing Bridgestone Spitfires have 5k miles on them but still look like they have another 4-5k left. I have used the Shinko 230's before and liked them but heck, for $80, I'll try the 712's this time based on good reviews. Not sure I need the V rating of the 230's as my GS1000G doesn't get pushed to triple digits too often, and not beyond 110mph anyway....that's what my Bandit is for.
I also ordered some new gel grips for the GS's tired and worn Scott grips that are ready for the trash and a pair of new leather riding gloves. So all totaled $105 with free shipping and a free set of tire irons...hard to beat that. Christmas presents for me!!!

[7981GS]

My first tire arrived over-night from Idaho.
The second tire arrived the following day. (Yesterday)
Perhaps I can get them mounted today.

Daniel

[salty_monk]

Doh... I missed it. Guess I'll catch the Christmas deal!

[GS1000G Shopper]

My tires arrived in Florida today. Glad I was able to help the members here.

[Nessism]

Nice deal, and good to share.

Had 230's on my first S and liked them. Will order more in the future.

[lurch12_2000]

Michelin Pilot Road 3 Motorcycle Tire

1

102.38

Michelin Pilot Road 3 Motorcycle Tire

1

131.26


Subtotal:


233.64


Shipping & Handling:


8.95


Tax:


0.00


Total:


233.6

New tires for my Bandit.

What Bandit??