Wainui’ hill road every day, I was told that if I
got 8000km out of any new set of tyres going
over the hill every day then I was doing well.
So I see it as a positive sign that the Michelin
Road 5s, although the softer compound
shoulders are showing signs of wear, still
have plenty of life left in them. But, also,
I can’t help but feel a little sad, that these
brilliant tyres will soon need to be replaced.
BOTTOM LINE
So, should you get a set of Michelin R5s for
your steed? If you don’t live in Wainuiomata,
or another such township with a winding off-
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camber road to ride every day, I can highly
recommend them. If you do, however, live
in a part of NZ known for its twisty roads...
Oh, who am I kidding?! Do yourself a favour,
chuck on a set of R5s – you can thank me
later. RAY HERON
CONTACT
Info: http://www.roadguide.co.nz/
products/187-michelin_road/11441-michelin_
road_5_tyre_sport_tou.aspx
Price: Front 120/70-17 $239,
rear 180/55-17 $349