Well the norton is running. Yes, yes, I know this is a BSA site. But I am looking for a set of tires for my 44 16H restored to military trim. If someone has a make and mod# that would be great; then I could try to find them in Canada. This is a great site! Tks, HORROR

Cheers, Steven in Ottawa

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Hi Steven,

No, this is not a BSA only site. It's for allied WW2 motorcycles.
That the majority of the visitors (and posters) on this site have Beeza's, but they can't help it. Somebody must take care of the old iron......

But to answer your question for the worlds' best roadholder; do you want tyres with off road pattern or road use pattern?
For off road I would recommend Dunlop Trailmasters but they are very hard to find. The Heidenau K41 is a good quality replacement.
For road pattern I recommend Metzeler Block C. Superb handling and great looks.

It would be great if you could post a picture.

Regards,

Sven

p.s. This subject has been discussed before....

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This used to be a BSA only site where you could meet many friends and fellow enthusiasts of the largest and most successful British motorcycle manufacturer...

However, it was realised some owners of other, lesser makes, were getting lonely out there so they were generously included... ...Ian

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Thank you for having us Ian, we do get lonely, especially at this festive time of year.

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... ...Ian

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Metzeler on a british wd bike

Interesting to note the various tyre tread patterns worn on these new Triumph 3HW's in storage............

Any thoughts on the Dunlop Uni Grip? Or who carries them? I'm also in Canada so a distributor over this way would be preferred.
Regards,
Ben.

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If you like the chunky look block pattern, 3.75 Mitas Speedway fit front and back on a 16H

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I.ve always supported Mitas tyres since they brought out the very hard to get 20 inch tyres, instead of the outrageous Avon price for Vincent owners!

Anyone know what that Mitas tread pattern is called over here , it would be on a 400 tyre as we don't get a 3.75 here i don't think .N3tDva

It's called block type tread pattern on the Mitas website. 400 might not fit these old bikes, 3.75 is a close fit. They do them in smaller sizes too. What country are you in Chilly? I've looked on the Internet and found Midas tyres for sale in Australia, Germany etc and also on eBay so I'm sure you could get them

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I'm probably in a minority but I rather enjoy the skinny looks of the original 3.25x19 fitted to Nortons. It's possible that a heavier rider could benefit from the greater load carrying capacity of a wider tyre but the bike itself doesn't need it.

I'm using the Indian Dunlop Unigrips and have no complaints. I don't think that they're available in the US though.

The Ensign Universals look very much like 1940s tyres.

http://www.vintagetyres.com/search?qs=[325-19]

If you want a trials type (generally referred to at the time as 'Competition' tyres and sometimes seen fittted to the rear of pre-war WD bikes), then perhpas the Heidenau K67 which is available in 3.25 but it won't look quite right until the modern sipes have worn off the tread blocks.

http://heidenautires.com/motor-cross-tires/k67/

'400' tyres will fit on a WDM20 but IMO aren't very good...

The rear one has to be deflated to get the back wheel in and everything has to be dead central and with the tyre running true to the rim to avoid clearance problems...It might be easier on a bike without a rear stand fitted...

The front fits straight in without any problems due to the WDM20s wide front mudguard...Best to check clearance though on later tele fork equipped bikes...

I ran some on my M20 for a while but didn't like the resultant handling characteristics at all...but then handling is a rather subjective thing....

Basically if a particular tyre doesn't feel 'planted' and 'secure' then it's no good...for you.

I wouldn't fit them again....Ian

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I've just done a quick Google search and found this in the UK. These people are really good, I've bought lots of cheap tyres from them for my Harley and other bikes.

http://www.oponeo.co.uk/moto-tyre-details/mitas-sw-07-3-75-19-61-p-rear-tt-nhs/?origin=prodlisting&gclid=CN-UvKTmscICFYKWtAodER4AQQ



And on ebay.. http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mitas-Speedway-Reifen-3-75-19-61-P-SW-05-/311005656357?pt=Kraftrad_Reifen&hash=item486961b525

and this seller sells other sizes.

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Thanks for all the help I will start looking.

Horror if you can post the photos and video I sent you on this site that would

be great

Cheers Steven in Ottawa

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Ben - from Peter's Classic Bikes in The Netherlands -

http://pcb.shopfactory.com/contents/en-us/d496.html