Go Back   Horizons Unlimited - The HUBB > Regional Forums > SOUTH AMERICA
SOUTH AMERICA Topics specific to South America only.
Photo by Daniel Rintz, Himba children, Namibia

The only impossible journey
is the one
you never begin

Photo by Daniel Rintz,
Himba children, Namibia



Reply
 
LinkBack Thread Tools Display Modes
  #1  
Old 20 Dec 2009
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Rockhampton, Australia
Posts: 868
Tyres to Suit Vstrom 650 in Cusco or La Paz

Hi all

I am chasing tyres soon for my 07 wee. The rear will get me to Santiago, but the front TKC is severely worn and probably won't get that far, not safely anyway.

My front tyre is a 110/80- x 19 and I would prefer another TKC to suit, but will take damm near anything

The rear is 150/70 x 17 and I am currently using a Metzler ME880, which is a different size and suits a harley 160/70 B17 M/C 79H, this has proven to last a lot longer, I am currently at 9000miles and it should do another 2 or 3


Whatever I get, they should last until BA.

If anyone can help, please let me know. There is a chance I can get a used front tyre to get me to Santiago, but if I can buy new in La Paz, then that would be best to do the road of death with.



Cheers
TravellingStrom
__________________
www.travellingstrom.com
Reply With Quote
  #2  
Old 20 Dec 2009
Super Moderator
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Bellingham, WA, USA
Posts: 3,898
Hey Mister Strom Sir, my Strom is safely at home awaiting my return, but here's my recent experience buying for the KLR I'm on:

I found a front cheaply and very easily in Ica, just north of Nazca. Everyone in town knows where the moto section of town is, everyone is very nice and helpful, and I paid only US$40 for a Brazilian MT 40. Took a total of a half-hour, no more, detouring from the highway through town.

Then I bought a rear in Cuzco, where I am at this instant: the moto section, which includes Honda and Suzuki parts places, is off Avenida de la Cultura near Estado Universitario. Easily found, less than a mile from the old center. I actually bought from a rental place, Perumototours, Saphi 578, purely because they were so helpful with all my questions, and they mounted it for free (but marked it up about US$5). Also, they're located about a hundred feet from the place I'm staying (Hostal Saphi--pricey at 65 soles but it was the first place I found with parking in the lobby).

I've actually been surprised by the selection available here--better than Central America for sure, and more easily accessed. The practice seems to be that if you buy something from a shop they install it for free, as ridiculous as this seems. For example, I went to buy some oil today and the counter person came out and did my oil change for the price of the (Castrol moto specific 20-50) oil.

Out of curiosity: did your front TKC wear in a very bizarre alternating pattern of sloped knobs? I've had two do that now, and I don't seem to get around to rotating them on the wheel before I'm about to hit cord on the (alternate) worn sets of knobs.

I'm off to Machu Picchu tomorrow, but it sounds like maybe you're gaining on me at last. I'm also headed for La Paz, but thinking of at least passing through Arequipa first. The Gone Penguin folks are thinking Salar for Christmas, and I have my doubts but am thinking of giving that a try.

Stay in touch!

Mark
Reply With Quote
  #3  
Old 20 Dec 2009
Contributing Member
Veteran HUBBer
 
Join Date: Jul 2007
Location: Rockhampton, Australia
Posts: 868
Hi and thanks for the info, I am beyond Ica and will be in Cuzco this arvo, Sunday, I may be here two days if I can get a front tyre tomorrow

Yes, the front wore sloping scallop shapes, I think fromn the hard braking through the twisties, but G&S2up say they had the same wear on a front TKC through the straights of Alaska, it may just be the tyre and a heavy load, but I still like them

I may see you in a few days, who knows

Cheers
TS
__________________
www.travellingstrom.com
Reply With Quote
Reply


Currently Active Users Viewing This Thread: 1 (0 Registered Users and/or Members and 1 guests)
 
Thread Tools
Display Modes

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is Off
Trackbacks are On
Pingbacks are On
Refbacks are On


Similar Threads
Thread Thread Starter Forum Replies Last Post
bmw pro 2 suit for sale keithgreen10 TRAVEL Equipment for Sale / Wanted 2 8 Mar 2010 10:57
Wanted, Acerbis 20l to suit TTR600 GORDO TRAVEL Equipment for Sale / Wanted 7 27 Feb 2010 11:27
INSA TURBO off-road tyres for sale - suit discovery freeagent Overland Vehicles and Equipment for Sale / Wanted 2 13 Jun 2008 22:27
Rallye 2 suit Scoobie Doo BMW Tech 0 30 Oct 2005 23:05
BMW Rallye II suit Wolfy Equipment Reviews 4 20 Apr 2005 07:10

 
 

Announcements

Thinking about traveling? Not sure about the whole thing? Watch the HU Achievable Dream Video Trailers and then get ALL the information you need to get inspired and learn how to travel anywhere in the world!

Have YOU ever wondered who has ridden around the world? We did too - and now here's the list of Circumnavigators!
Check it out now
, and add your information if we didn't find you.

Next HU Eventscalendar

HU Event and other updates on the HUBB Forum "Traveller's Advisories" thread.
ALL Dates subject to change.

2024:

Add yourself to the Updates List for each event!

Questions about an event? Ask here

HUBBUK: info

See all event details

 
World's most listened to Adventure Motorbike Show!
Check the RAW segments; Grant, your HU host is on every month!
Episodes below to listen to while you, err, pretend to do something or other...

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

2020 Edition of Chris Scott's Adventure Motorcycling Handbook.

"Ultimate global guide for red-blooded bikers planning overseas exploration. Covers choice & preparation of best bike, shipping overseas, baggage design, riding techniques, travel health, visas, documentation, safety and useful addresses." Recommended. (Grant)



Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance.

Ripcord Rescue Travel Insurance™ combines into a single integrated program the best evacuation and rescue with the premier travel insurance coverages designed for adventurers.

Led by special operations veterans, Stanford Medicine affiliated physicians, paramedics and other travel experts, Ripcord is perfect for adventure seekers, climbers, skiers, sports enthusiasts, hunters, international travelers, humanitarian efforts, expeditions and more.

Ripcord travel protection is now available for ALL nationalities, and travel is covered on motorcycles of all sizes!


 

What others say about HU...

"This site is the BIBLE for international bike travelers." Greg, Australia

"Thank you! The web site, The travels, The insight, The inspiration, Everything, just thanks." Colin, UK

"My friend and I are planning a trip from Singapore to England... We found (the HU) site invaluable as an aid to planning and have based a lot of our purchases (bikes, riding gear, etc.) on what we have learned from this site." Phil, Australia

"I for one always had an adventurous spirit, but you and Susan lit the fire for my trip and I'll be forever grateful for what you two do to inspire others to just do it." Brent, USA

"Your website is a mecca of valuable information and the (video) series is informative, entertaining, and inspiring!" Jennifer, Canada

"Your worldwide organisation and events are the Go To places to for all serious touring and aspiring touring bikers." Trevor, South Africa

"This is the answer to all my questions." Haydn, Australia

"Keep going the excellent work you are doing for Horizons Unlimited - I love it!" Thomas, Germany

Lots more comments here!



Five books by Graham Field!

Diaries of a compulsive traveller
by Graham Field
Book, eBook, Audiobook

"A compelling, honest, inspiring and entertaining writing style with a built-in feel-good factor" Get them NOW from the authors' website and Amazon.com, Amazon.ca, Amazon.co.uk.



Back Road Map Books and Backroad GPS Maps for all of Canada - a must have!

New to Horizons Unlimited?

New to motorcycle travelling? New to the HU site? Confused? Too many options? It's really very simple - just 4 easy steps!

Horizons Unlimited was founded in 1997 by Grant and Susan Johnson following their journey around the world on a BMW R80G/S.

Susan and Grant Johnson Read more about Grant & Susan's story

Membership - help keep us going!

Horizons Unlimited is not a big multi-national company, just two people who love motorcycle travel and have grown what started as a hobby in 1997 into a full time job (usually 8-10 hours per day and 7 days a week) and a labour of love. To keep it going and a roof over our heads, we run events all over the world with the help of volunteers; we sell inspirational and informative DVDs; we have a few selected advertisers; and we make a small amount from memberships.

You don't have to be a Member to come to an HU meeting, access the website, or ask questions on the HUBB. What you get for your membership contribution is our sincere gratitude, good karma and knowing that you're helping to keep the motorcycle travel dream alive. Contributing Members and Gold Members do get additional features on the HUBB. Here's a list of all the Member benefits on the HUBB.




All times are GMT +1. The time now is 07:07.