Well done Mike :eusa_ clap:

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Mods, Oxford heated grips, Givi Rack and top box, Stage 2 DNA filter and top, 02 sensor eliminator, Metal Mule taller screen, Seat hump trimmed off, .KEVS FUEL MOD (THE 1ST ONE FOR THE TENERE) , Extra fuse box, 12volt plug in socket, Zumo550 sat nav, , Barkbusters


What Bill Clinton REALLY said to Monica Lewinsky was: "Sack my cook"

Sadly Bike now sold 11/6/11

For years I could never manage a rear tyre. But as always it's just a matter of the right tools for the job. Soapy water helps for a bit of lubrication as well, but not dishwashing soap - salt!! - you don't want unseen corrosion. Turtlewax or similar car shampoos are salt free. A good pair of long levers is a must - I use these Draper ones. The hooked end is used to push the bead into the rim well although you may need a spacer (to act as a plunger) between the lever and tyre - I use the footrest rubber.
Let's just hope that Mitas don't change their marketing strategy and are able to keep the prices low. As it stands now and if the mileage claims of the E-07's are true, they are the only brand I'll buy in future. I guess we could do our bit by spreading the word (I see Uncle Ricky has already started )

Levered them on last night, after using the Binnedit as a bead breaker. Rear was very easy to fit in comparison to the TKC80, front a little tougher.
Few miles this morning and the bike has got it's lean back, and the ride is smoother (which is what I was expecting). Heading off on a ca.1500mile trip next weekend 2up with luggage, so will see how they do then.
Happy so far. If they're good in the wet, then I'll be very happy.