Richard Kemnitz
Sauk City, WI
mt66 front
Switched from dunlop 404 which I used for many years and was OEM on current ride. Was disappointed in wear and handling of old tires. After doing allot of research I chose the Pirelli MT66 for my 03 XVS1100 and cannot praise them enough. I was previously suspecting wore swingarm bushings due to poor handling but new tires gave me better than new handling. Rain grooves and roadsnakes are unnoticeable. Although I am a light rider I normally carry heavy loads and put on allot of miles in all conditions. If my experience is comparable to others I expect my tires to last much longer than the dunlops, I normally put on over 10K per year and would totally wear out 2-3 sets of dunlops...in Wisconsin. Love the new handling and Motorcycle Superstore had them to me in no time. From a 40+ year ironbutt rider you have my unequivocal thumbs up.
Frank
Mexia, TX
Nice upgrade
I put on both front and rear at the same time. Better ride than stock tires. The bike just feels like it wants corners. It feels more stable over grooves and cracks in the road.
Dan C
Alpine, CA
Pirelli 130 70 16
Excellent tire at a great price. No wobble like the Dunlop Elite II and handles the grooves on the frwy with no problems. When it is time to replace the Dunlop on the rear, it will be a Pirelli.
Gary
Wartburg, TN
Pirelli MT66 tires
Replaced Dunlop 404's with these tires and am quite impressed . . 8k miles now and half tread remains . . great traction wet or dry - handles rougher road surfaces better than the dunlops . . would recommend highly.
Lisa
Mount Holly, NC
Pirelli Route 66
A++ on all counts! My new Pirelli's are the 3rd set of tires (after Dunlop & Bridgestone) to go on my 2004 650 vstar & are by far the best in quality, control, handling, & stability. (Uncertain about tread life at this point...I can only assume they will more than suffice.) Best price & Great service from MCSS!
Charles
warsaw, NC
Pirelli MT-66 Tires
I have been running multiple Honda VT1100s since 1994. All came with the Dunlop OE tires. The Pirelli MT-66 front gives about 5000 more miles and the rear gives about 3000 more miles than the Dunlop. I recommend the Pirelli to everyone I can.
David
Russellville, AR
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
I bought this brand because a friend recommended it. I had recently bought a rear tire of the same brand and could tell a vast improvement in handling the first time I rode it. I expect it will last much longer than the dunlop tires I pulled off. The tread looks deeper than the dunlops. I'm running these on an 1100 vstar classic. I will buy these again when the time comes.
John Wiley
Water Valley, MS
Pirell Tires
I was waiting to get some miles on these tires before rating them and I now have over 5,000 miles on them and they are wearing very well. I had 7,000 on the original tires and these look like they will make 8 or 9000. Tires are on a Vulcan 1500. Handling is super in dry and wet weather. Very happy with these tires.
Wayne
Dunnsville, VA
Only 300 miles
I have only put about 300 miles on them but already like them more then the OEM tires
Tim
Mentor, OH
Nice Tires
I've only had these tires about a month now so I can't comment on the tread life, but as far as traction, they hold the road 10x better than my Dunlop’s did in either wet or dry conditions. As soon as I put them on it was like riding a new bike, the handling was better and the cornering is fantastic. I would highly recommend these tires.
MASSOLE
Worcester, MA
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
Nice ride, great on grooved pavement. Seems to have very good traction even on wet surfaces. I hope they have more tread life than the OME Dunlops that came on my 2005 Honda Shadow Spirit 1100.
Mike
San Antonio, TX
Awesome Tires!
I just picked up my bike from getting the tires put on and wow! The ride is smooth and quiet, handling is great, and buying them didn't break the bank. I understand why so many people rave about Pirelli MT66's. I replaced the OEM IRC tires after 15,000 miles. didn't have any issues with them, but the improvement in the ride is amazing.
Kevin
Friendsville, TN
MT66
Very nice tires on my 900 Vulcan. Same look as my original Dunlops. Happy with tires
Owen
Greenwood, IN
Puma Grip and Stealthy Quiet
I needed new tires for my 750 Virago cruiser. The dealers were pushing Dunlop 404’s (stock tire). I was watching pro street races on TV and I couldn’t believe how much they were leaning in the turns. I decided to visit a local professional street racer mechanic. When I walked in, the first thing I noticed was a large stack of new Dunlops. I asked the mechanic if he was a Dunlop dealer and was surprised when he said no. I asked why he had so many new Dunlops? He replied because they are the stock tire that comes on the new street bikes. The first thing a pro racer does, is replaces them with Pirelli’s or Michelin’s, because they handle better. I replaced both my tires with Pirelli MT66’s. I took it easy for the first 150 miles. At first I didn’t like the front tire, it felt slippery in turns, now that the nubs are worn off, it’s very grippy. I have 1,700 miles on these tires now, and the tread is still like new (less most of the nubs). I like to ride aggressively, but don’t like taking chances. Last week I put myself in a risky situation. I was riding on a very curvy road (the kind bikers love), when a squirrel came running across the road, I goosed the bike to avoid hitting the squirrel. When I looked up, I was already into a sharp left 20 mph turn at 45mph. I was too close to the outside road edge to brake, so my only option was to take the turn at speed. With my heart pounding, I leaned the bike approx. 45 degrees (well beyond my comfort level). The tires gripped, never wavered or felt unsure. I LOVE these tires. These tires track true and ignore the road humps, cracks, and road tar snakes. They are quiet and ride smooth. I’ve hit large jarring pot holes and I’ve rode in the rain. I’ve never felt unsure or unsafe with these tires.
Dale Evitts
Greenville, KY
Pirrelli tire
Tire seems to handle very well,
Michael Cole
Grand Rapids, OH
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
Great tire! Nice and quiet, tread design keeps you from following the cracks and marraige lines in the pavement. I hope they continue to make this tire for a long time to come as I will definitely replace with the same when the time comes.
Idel Brown
Crossville, TN
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
We are very happy with our purchase. It has improved the handling of our bike tremendously.
Mike Ferreira
Long Beach, CA
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
Fantastic in all categories of performance. I finally don't have any of that front wobble with the highway cracks and grooves, of which there are many and everywhere here on the Los Angeles highway system. I put these on a Honda 750 Aero which is my everyday commuter motorcycle. I ride it a minimum of 20 miles round-trip each day. This set of tires is a Godsend! A million times better than the OEM's that where on when I bought it. It hasn't rained yet and I've only just bought them, so I don't know about tread life and wet traction ... but I'm confident.
Link Pettit
Delanson, NY
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
Great product for the price will check mileage for further review.
Spence Dewberry
Eupora, MS
Pirelli - MT66 Route
This tire is a definite upgrade from the factory tire. Feels a lot more stable in the curves and alot smoother at higher speeds. Will hafta get back to you about wet traction and tread life. If it last longer than the factory tire i will be impressed.
scott
elberta, MI
perelli mt66 cruiser
had these tires for a month or so ,so far they seem to be a real good buy
Kevin Rager
Hanover, PA
Much beter than Dunlop 404
I have a Kawasaki VN900 Classic. The factory Dunlop 404 was very unstable on less than perfect road surfaces. The 66s are far superior on the rougher roads that I ride more often. I only have a few hundred miles on them so the tire wear is an unknown.
Duane
Howard City, MI
Great Tire
I bought this tire to match the MT 66 I put on my rear last year. This was a match made in heaven. Even my wife (passenger) remarked how much improved the handling was over the Dunlop 404. After mounting the tire I took off on a solo 3000 mile ride. The tire was stable under all conditions (rain groves, bridge gratings etc.). I didn't experience any rain during the ride but have with the rear tire and I assume the front will be as good as the back. Tire wear I expect will be excellent as the back tire has 10K on it and shows minimal wear. I burned through the 404 on the rear in just over 10K. With over 3500 on the new front MT I expect to get somewhere around 17 - 18k more from it. Buy this tire you won't regret it.
Bill
Castle Rock, CO
Great for the money
I only have a few hundred miles on them but they are light years better in all respects than the OEM Dunlops. This is especially true cruising the twisty roads in the mountains. There should be an "NA" for tread life.
David A.W.
Holyoke, MA
Best of the best!
Put a pair of these on my 94 Intruder 800 and after 8,000 miles I'm wondering why I ever used any other tire. The Metzeler ME 880 is nearly as good (no surprise as Metzeler is made by Pirelli) but these are better in the rain. I still have plenty of tread left too. Stick like glue on dry and wet roads. I ride in the rain often and have not had a single slip from the front or rear. You don't expect high levels of grip from a high mileage tire, but these grip like a cat stuck in a tree. They don't follow road grooves, hold a line very well, and are very quiet. I ride with a mixed group and as we enter the curved highway onramp I can keep up with my sportbike buddies who push the limits, easily. I would recommend these to a friend beyond all other tires and will certainly buy again.
Jeffrey Page
Averill Park, NY
Great tire for the price.
This tire has to be the best tire for the price. It has a long tread life and good tread pattern. It is much better than the stock bridgestone that come with my bike. Highly Recommended!!
Kickstand
Hermiston, OR
Pirelli MT 66
This is a great tire for the price. Long life with grip. I couldn't ask for a better tire.
Ben Mayes
Chester, VA
mt66 front tire
After having a MT66 on the rear for 3000 miles, wearing great. I needed a front tire because handling was getting terrible. Have 800 miles on it, corners great, had no problems in a sudden Va. rain down pour. As far as I am concerned they wear better than OEM on the Roadstar and better than the tires I have on the Ironhead. Will keep on buying, plus when the HD needs new tires I will be getting the MT66 on it too.
Brian solomon
Modesto, IL
Great Tires
This is my third set of MT 66. I have a 02 Suzuki LC 1500 with 63000 miles. I am getting 18000 miles on the front tire and about 11 or 12000 miles on the rear. These tires have very good wet and dry stability. I keep 35 lbs. in the front and 38 in the rear. I will buy more when these wear out.
Ray
Poteau, OK
Great all around tire
I have only the front tire on my bike and have only had it for a week. But I have run it about 600 miles on dry roads and on wet roads and it holds great! Now I will have to get the rear to match. I will let you know about tread life LOL
Butch Greiner
Henderson, TX
Why I chose Pirelli
I chose Pirelli because of their tread design and the good reviews that I read about them. I have used Dunlop for many, many, years but didn't like how they followed every grove in the road. So far I am very pleased with Pirelli MT66 Route. They are very stable on the road and I didn't realize how much better a ride a good tire could make. I am 63 yrs old and have been riding bikes since I was 14. So if you want a smoother, better ride, give Pirelli a chance.
Douglas
San Diego, CA
4000 mi still lookin new
Love this tire. I changed both front and back with these. I have over 4000 mi. on them and plenty of tread left. I own a 95 Suzuki intruder 800 and don't fear grinding my pegs on these. I’m use to dry and sunny in San Diego but this is my only ride so I can attest to their wet weather riding. In a heavy rain the kind that can soak you to the bone (even with a good suit) I just slowed down a little and enjoyed the ride. Also I forgot what a wondering tire felt like. It doesn’t follow grooves like the old tires I had. I’ll be buying these again and telling all my buds they are worth more than what you pay.
Randy Hill
Bellingham, WA
Pirelli Route 66 front and rear
I put the Pirellis on last month just before a 3000 mile trip down the west coast. I really saw an improvement over the old Dunlops that were previously on the bike, a 700+ pound Road Star. The 66's felt far more stable at speed and instilled confidence throughout many spirited days of driving, including HWY 1 around Monterey and Big Sur (note: I'm a 54 y.o. doctor who doesn't like to fall, and this is a cruiser so my spirited may be mild or downright wimpy to you). I was caught in heavy rains on two occasions in WA and was pleased with the sure-footedness there as well. This is a great cruiser tire and if they wear well, I'll get another pair. These are significantly less costly than the Met's (my prior favorites), and don't feel like a "compromise tire" at all. I hope this helps. Ride safe.
Ted Gates
BRUNSWICK, ME
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
This is replacing Dunlop Qualifier on my 1986 VT700c shadow. The tire really works well in the wet and dry. I just did a 500 mile run with the bike (75% rain). I am impressed, and will undoubtedly buy this tire again. It seems to be a very stable tire at all speeds. It is too soon to tell about tread life, but I have high hopes.
lee tarn
galax, VA
Tire
Tire is ok. When I first bought them I was thrilled, but a few hundred miles and I am not so sure.. Seems to sway from side to side when riding. Can’t seem to drive in a straight line. Checked tire pressure and it is good. Not sure if it is defective or not. Does corner well and grips well though.
Clint
Keene, TX
Great Tire!
This tire looks great on my Vulcan. Great traction wet and dry. I definitely recommend them.
toney henderson
lincolnton, NC
great tire so far
Can’t tell about tread life just received the tire
but it does great so far .
one great thing the tire came with card board holding
the bead spread apart in shipping this made mounting
so easy thank you ...
Harry Fraticelli
Slidell, LA
Great for the price...
Installed them a couple of weeks ago and I am very happy with the results...
Joe
Staten Island, NY
Pirelli
Excellent value for the money.
Steve
Canterbury, CT
MT66
Put these tires (front & rear)on my wifes 07 Kawi VN900LT and I must say it's quite an improvement over the stock tires. A more neutral feeling steering with a smoother, quieter ride. My wife said it gives a more confident feel to cornering. Haven't got caught in the rain yet and they only have 150 miles on them so no comment on those issues.
Bryan Gorak
Morton Grove, IL
Great tire and economical
I have used the MT66's on other bikes and they are great tires. If driven conservatively they will last long. I driven hard they clean the road! It is a softer tire so tread life is shorter, although it did outlast the stock Dunlop. For the avid rider, I highly recommend them. Wet traction is great providing stable grip upon braking.
Timothy Fry
Port Royal, PA
Pirelli - MT66 Route Cruiser Front Tire
I am very satisfied with the tire. I put it on a Kawasaki Vulcan 750 and the bike rides like a completely different bike. The ride is much smoother and quite a bit more stable. I replaced the rear tire with a MT66 Route Cruiser at the same time and am very pleased with the performance of both.
Craig Gautreaux
Gonzales, LA
Pirelli Tires MT66
Mounted the tires no balancing needed. They feel great, corner great. I like the way they look on the bike. I'm looking forward to many miles of fun. Haven't had they long enough to talk to mileage, they still have the little rubber tabs on they. I would buy them again, because of the look.
Curtis Webb
Oceanside, CA
Excellent....so far
I put a pair of these on my '05 Suzuki C90 to replace the OEM tires (Bridgestones) in April '09. To clarify, I bought my bike off the showroom floor in July '07. The bike had 3 miles on it, but was almost 3 yrs old. The OEM tires had 11400 miles on them. As soon as I rode away from the dealership after having these Pirelli tires mounted I was aware of an entirely different ride! It's been over a month now(I ride everyday) and I love these tires so far. Handles and feels like a totally different bike. Will update as far tread life goes at a later date, so I gave a "3" for a neutral score. Also gave a score of "3" for wet traction only because I have not ridden with the new tires in water, so I can't really rate them fairly there either. Would definitely recommend these tires for a cruiser.
lee tarn
galax, VA
pirelli
Very nice tire for the money!!! Nice cornering.. Seem to stick to the rode well. Have not rode in the rain(yet) but seem to be up to the challenge.. Saved enough over the Dunlop’s to pay for my own wheel balancer!!! I will definitely buy again!!!
J. Simpson
St. Robert, MO
MT66 Route Front Tire
The tire rolls smooth, doesn't follow cracks and performs better than the stock IRC tire it replaced. I feel more confident in turns because the tire seems to have much more grip, I've had the bike out on wet roads a couple times and the wet grip seems very good as well. I had the tires shipped to a local preferred installer (Interstate MC in Rolla, MO), who did an outstanding job. Good tire, good price.
Richard Allsop
Clarksville, FL
service
very good service and fast action
thank you
David
Walnut Creek, CA
Just Right
I bought a matched set from M.S store with confidence. Many bay area m/c tire shops recommended the Pirelli MT66. At first I thought these Pirelli tires were a disappointment. Off the bat, I had a high speed wobble. However, as I ticked off the miles and those stubbies were gone, the wobble was gone. These MT66's are great. My 2002 Kawasaki 1500 Vulcan Nomad rides smooth, and corners very well. I have not had a Pirelli on any vehicle before now, but they feel secure... just right.
Jim Walters
Iowa Park, TX
Good Tire
Haven't ridden that much since I had the tire installed. But I noticed the difference right away, the ride and handling was very good. Would recommend this tire to anyone.
michael young
Alpharetta, GA
Pirelli MT66 route cruiser front tire
So far so good. Been on a couple of rides in the north Georgia mts and thought they have handled extremely well. However the tires that were on the bike were pretty done in, so anything would feel great. The look is right, great price, excellent handling, we'll see about durability - but I have trusted in Pirelli tires for years. I can't rate the tires on wet traction or tread life yet for the scales but gave them a 5.