Indian FTR 1200 Bridgestone T32 Tyre test and Review

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3 жыл бұрын

Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32.
Testing the Bridgestone T32 on the Indian FTR 1200.
Tyers sizes
160x60, 18 on the rear.
120x70, 19 on the front.
Keep in mind the rear is a lower profile so the engine RPMs are higher than normal at 100ks / 60mph.
It gives better acceleration off the line. But runs out of top speed.
Going 1 tooth larger on the front sprocket or a couple off teeth less on the rear sproket would mitigate the problem.
Had some fun pushing the new T32 to their limits in the dry. Big improvement on the Asphalt handling, better tip into corners and a more confidence inspiring corning ability.
Great Tyre for some added grip on the black top.
Running pressures 38psi Rear, 36psi Front

Пікірлер: 82

@gurpreetbanwait6097 3 жыл бұрын

Don u nailed it , its like r and d of ur tyre under working , u risked ur cameras , and also damaged it little bit, but great photage , thumps up👍👍👍👍👍

@MarcusYam 3 жыл бұрын

Amazing camera angles!

@geoffpoole1972 3 жыл бұрын

Love your Indian! Cool bike & great vid! :)

@royvanderputten2544 3 жыл бұрын

Like youre camera angle on the tires👍

@elithegreat6463 2 жыл бұрын

The lag in that Polaris just at start up would drive me Nuts !!!!!

@sv7017 3 жыл бұрын

The underneath tire footage did it for me. Cool new way looking how a tire works. Sry for the grind thru

@danmunro01 11 ай бұрын

I’ve got T32s on my SV650. Great tyre.

@willmoua1 3 жыл бұрын

Great song choice!

@aztattookid13 3 жыл бұрын

About to order new tires myself. Mine still have a bit of tread, but I have never liked the stock tires on my FTR.

@arobinson1977 3 жыл бұрын

I would be late for work waiting for that dash to start up

@mostlymotorcycles. 3 жыл бұрын

Yep it's slow, but no worse then my KTMs Electronic dash.

@sethghantous2084 Жыл бұрын

You don’t have to wait for it to boot to start the bike

@MsKatjie 3 жыл бұрын

got a service manual download. Have a look for you, regarding speed sensor. Still yet to see how the top end works. Definatly getting them tyres. The Pan Americia may threaten the FTR! Get exhaust and a better tune. You had a vid on it. Heads and cams.

@robertandmariajames8190 2 жыл бұрын

Got these T32s on my XSR900. Had Bridgestones on the bike since new (S21,BT023,T31 and now T32). Gotta say these T32s are the weirdest feeling tyres I've ever used. I think mainly because of the WIDE rain grooves. In the wet they are fantastic and braking is fantastic. In the dry it feels like you're dragging a weight behind you. My mechanic said the tyres would improve with a bit of wear. IMO my old T31s were a better tyre as were the BT023s. Really strange......

@mad2xraven 2 жыл бұрын

The profile of the tire looks quite flat to me. So maybe what you’re experiencing is the geometry. Since its flatter it may ride lower in the rear hence rear weight bias, harder to turn. Maybe try raising the rear ride height or dropping the forks a few mm lower.

@robertandmariajames8190 2 жыл бұрын

@@mad2xraven Yeah, that kinda makes sense. The geometry of the XSR is so that you are sitting directly above the rear tyre ( maybe why the new incoming XSR900 has a longer swingarm than my '19 model) Or maybe with a different seating position via clip ons, putting more weight on the front end. Always thought that Dunlops, Bridgestones and Michelins had a more angular profile and Metzelers and Pirellis had a flatter one. But B'stone are claiming that this new tyre has 13% more contact grip than the previous T31s. Thanks for the info

@joshlasceski Жыл бұрын

Someone else also commented they felt strange at first for a few hundred miles, did they get better?

@robertandmariajames8190 Жыл бұрын

@@joshlasceski Eventually, after something like 1500 kms. Front is really worn down but the rear still has plenty of tread still left in it. They are still bizarre tyres and sometimes give me a bit of a fright, BUT, they are absolutely brilliant in the wet. Might go back to the trusted BT-023s next tyre change

@Banditmanuk 2 жыл бұрын

Just bought these tyres for my MT10, interested how they perform in the wet and dry. Here in England we see plenty of that wet stuff. Not sure I would have dared risk any of my camera's under the bike but nice shots.

@jimsadler13 Жыл бұрын

How did those t32s serve you in our shit weather, good sir?

@Banditmanuk Жыл бұрын

@@jimsadler13 Good so far Jim and holding up well in comparison to the Pair of Michelin Road 6s we have on Carol's Street Triple. Slightly strange looking wear lips on the edges of the tread where I've pushed on a little in the twisties while away in the Picos but still feel secure wet or dry.

@jimsadler13 Жыл бұрын

@@Banditmanuk I'm struggling to make a decision between fitting another pair of michelin roads for the winter or trying something different this year, and fitting the t32s.

@Banditmanuk Жыл бұрын

@@jimsadler13 my view is you won't be disappointed with either. If there's much of a price difference then I would go for the cheaper

@TheSar 3 жыл бұрын

Another great vid - nice cheeky wheelie. Simple 2nd gear power wheelie/throttle chop or did you clutch it up?

@mostlymotorcycles. 3 жыл бұрын

Just open the throttle...yahooo

@TheSar 3 жыл бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. Nice - what I wanted to hear. I've put an order down for a 2022 model FTR and will be trading my current Yamaha MT09. Been very accustomed to a nice power wheelie and good to see they're still a possibility with the new beast.

@mightyhavan 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Mr.Don, can i slap this T32 tires on my 2015 dyna harley davidson ? will it work for heavy cruiser like that and perform well ?

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Tyres may be a little soft for your heavier bike. They will grip well but wear quick I would think.

@Yamalover78 3 жыл бұрын

Nice review... The only one in the English language... How they hold up, on hot dry surfaces? I had Road 5 they get kinda all over the road... Above like 30-35 degrees Celsius.

@mostlymotorcycles. 3 жыл бұрын

Comming into winter here so hot road test would have to wait. I'm thinking it was around 25c that day. No probs at that temp.

@Yamalover78 3 жыл бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. Thank you

@RickyJr46 2 жыл бұрын

Rough surfaces, patches, and big bumps are the rule out here, so compliant tires work better - how do you rate these T32s for taking the edge off shite roadwork?

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting question. I hadn't really thought about the T32 in that regard. Dunlops DT3 was quite a soft compliment tyre. I say the T32 are stiffer in the side wall and transmit more feed back to the rider. You could say they feel less compliment. You can always lower pressures a little on rougher roads. The trad off being increased wear.

@MsKatjie 3 жыл бұрын

ftr 1200 goes hard.

@mostlymotorcycles. 3 жыл бұрын

Weapon...

@fsyrop 2 жыл бұрын

Bought them.for.my BMW R1100RT. What air pressure do you reckon ?

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

It depends on the weight of the bike and rider, skill level, how you ride, ambient air temp, the list goes on. I'd start with BMW'S recommended tyre pressures and work from there. Personally I'm running 40 rear 38 front (PSI)

@danhammond6579 6 ай бұрын

Really enjoy the content, thanks! Do you have any final thoughts on the FTR? As you haven't uploaded any FTR content for a while I imagine it's no longer in the garage?

@mostlymotorcycles. 6 ай бұрын

Still got it. And even get her out for a ride every now and then. To many bikes to little time to ride them all. What a horrible predicament a.

@danhammond6579 6 ай бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. Definitely don't envy you there mate 😄 Do you have any sort of review like comments about the FTR as a long term owner then? I guess I'm really wondering if it's too restricted in what it can do if I can only have one motorcycle at the moment (plus a dirt bike).

@paul8161 Ай бұрын

Nice riding, really good lean angles, and you respect your neighbours by not gunning it past the farmhouse..those tyres looked good . They obviously gave you confidence to push on..nice one.👍

@Saady2s 2 жыл бұрын

Have milage (lifespan) information on these? Thanks

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Have done around d 2000mls or 3000ks still looking good.

@indiancreek1570 11 ай бұрын

Would those tires be a good choice for a Honda Cb 1100 ?

@mostlymotorcycles. 11 ай бұрын

They seem like good all rounders. I've done 5500kms with only minimal wear.

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

Most bikes you can Calibrate your speedometer with a Dynojet controller..

@burntfaceman24 Жыл бұрын

I have an FTR. What size did you throw on the rear and the front?

@mostlymotorcycles. Жыл бұрын

160x60, 18 on the rear. 120x70, 19 on the front. Keep in mind the rear is a lower profile so the engine RPMs are higher than normal at 100ks / 60mph. It gives better acceleration off the line. But runs out of top speed. Going 1 tooth larger on the front sprocket or a couple off teeth less on the rear sproket would mitigate the problem.

@zaferozkarakas Жыл бұрын

Are you satisfied

@brettavery7463 Жыл бұрын

Bro - not sure it matters now, but your fronts on backwards for the tread patterns.

@mostlymotorcycles. Жыл бұрын

Looks like it. But apparently it pumps water away from the tyers line of travel when leaning over.

@Sunhill21 2 жыл бұрын

Nice WA roads, where abouts is this?

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Nannup

@KYLEDEVINSIENNA 2 жыл бұрын

ok am I hallucinating or is your front tire rotation wrong

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Lol in guessing just the camera frame rate that does that.

@KYLEDEVINSIENNA 2 жыл бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. ha your right I should'nt mix cuban rum with motorcycle videos!!!!!

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

4,151 miles Brigstone Battle Ax is a low quality OEM tire came on my Yamaha FZ-05 8,500 miles to the steel cords ..

@MsKatjie 3 жыл бұрын

Bro, I am on my 3rd rear at 9500km. No burn outs or siding. Just acceleration!

@denvil84 2 жыл бұрын

why does it seems it last longer on you guys

@denvil84 2 жыл бұрын

mine is already on tread bars at 4k kms.

@toddfather1971 2 жыл бұрын

3600 miles on those stock tires???? That aucks. Got 8500 miles on my BMW k1600

@denvil84 2 жыл бұрын

I have these on my bike and it only last 4500kms on my rear

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

Ha ha to much hooning

@edwardm9227 2 жыл бұрын

Average mileage on the stock tyres!Had a test ride on metzeler tourance next, pretty great, was thinking that on the back and 01 on the front, anyone tried that? And yes I know before you bother, I think it will be perfect because the bike is on the heavy side, plus it rains where I live and you have zero chance off road 😂

@dimos5422 2 жыл бұрын

Go for the 01 SE front and rear

@edwardm9227 2 жыл бұрын

@@dimos5422 except they don't make an 18" rear

@mikeskidmore6754 3 жыл бұрын

The Surface of your roads are really rough .. I could see your tread pikcing up small stones and throwing them out.. You will never have very good tire tyre life on such coruse roads.. but you may well have better traction on them , I was down in Lousinna USA one winter.. they use Snail shells in the asphault those roads get really slick when it rains.. very deceptive until you get used to it.. but not as slippery as driving on snow or ice though ..

@MsKatjie 3 жыл бұрын

road are fucked in Oz, mate.

@russelljory5646 3 жыл бұрын

Your spelling and grammar is disgusting.

@chrisdadigger1018 7 ай бұрын

I think the onboard computer on that motorcycle is from 1992

@mostlymotorcycles. 7 ай бұрын

Lol, it's slow to load that's for sure.

@eoghanhennessy15 Жыл бұрын

Waiting for those dials to load up must get annoying

@mostlymotorcycles. Жыл бұрын

First world problems, lol.

@eoghanhennessy15 Жыл бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. definitely 😂

@eddogg96 2 жыл бұрын

What size the rear tire.

@mostlymotorcycles. 2 жыл бұрын

160/60 x 18

@eddogg96 2 жыл бұрын

@@mostlymotorcycles. Thank you sir

@richbrett7268 3 жыл бұрын

Hi im looking at replacing original dunlops on ftr1200 with michelin pilot road 4 trail on front and pilot road 3 on rear 160/60 18 rear.. Or road attack 3's or one of the avons cobra or st etc Did you consider these options? The. Bridgestone T32 make 160/70 18. And a 170/65 18 i believe ( sorry total rubbish 2nd look= 17" options) but Recommended rim width is 4.5 -5.5" whereas i think our rim is 4.25" Do you find the last few mm of tyre is impossible explore due to the tyre squeeze?( it looked good in your video and a peg scrape, you mentioned no new tread left so i guess its not bad) . I made the mistake on 180 /60 17 ax41s (great tyre) but profile is pinched on the bmw rim leaving about 8mm at almost a vertical profile , unobtainable for me even on a track day. Cheers rich

@mostlymotorcycles. 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting comment on the 180 wide. I did the same on an old Suzuki Bandit. Went from 160 to 180 and same thing tyre to wide for the rim. Side wall was pulled in and tyre to rounded to use all the tred.