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Old 05-16-2008, 01:35 AM   #3 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by trooper113 View Post
I ride easy, watch my air pressure and got about 5,800 miles on my OEM Dunlop rear tire on my Ultra. My front OEM will go about 12,000. My replacement rear E3 has about 5,000 miles on it and looks good. I guess, literally, your mileage may vary.
I'd check your suspension. Sounds like your bike is overloaded in the rear. Tightening up your suspension might clear that up and get you better milage on your tires. Or go on a diet.
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