Hi! I'm from France and have a 2012 Versys 1000. I tried many brand of tyres (Metzeler, Michelin, Continental, Vredestein) and after all those tests I definitively use the Mitas Touring force. I consider they are fine, efficient and less expensive than all the brands that are always tested by the journalists. For the valves as you I changed them on the first tyre changing and of course it's a nice choice. Have safe riding!
For angled valves I found the best solution is to buy the OEM Kawasaki ones. If you get the ones for the Ninja's or H2 bikes, they all fit as standard and you know they are Kawasaki quality rather than some cheap Amazon versions.
Ik hoop dat de metzlers je goed bevallen! Ik heb al een setje roadtecs 02 erdoorheen gereden in 6000km op een versys 1000S. Heb nu weer de road 6 eronder van Michelin. Die zijn overigens ook al af na 5500km maar het stuurgedrag is wat neutraler (vind ik fijner).
Hi Andy, good video. I also fitted the same angle tyre valves to my versys as you have. I do all my own maintenance and servicing on my bikes but I used one of those small inflatable wedges under the wheel, makes it so much easier to line up the wheel when putting the spindle and spacers back in. Looking forward to seeing your video of your next trip.
Hey, that's a great tip man, in fact I always have difficulty putting the wheel on, you have to lift the wheel, insert the bolt, be careful not to loose the spacers and then put on the brake, it's terribly inconvenient. Thanks, I will buy such inflatable wedges. As for the videos from my travels, unfortunately the plans got very complicated due to personal reasons and I had to cancel many of them, but I'll come up with something, no worries. Keep safe
Hey Andy. This was a fantastic video demonstrating how easy it was for YOU to change your own tyres, is this an option for most mechanically minded people? The only reason I would consider is because the tyre shops always find a way to scratch or damage my wheels and I take care of them well. Is it possible to do it either by yourself or at the shop without scratching the paint? That was a great setup you had there. Thanks, I subscribed 🏆
Thanks. It's a bit difficult at the beginning, but once you get the hang of what and how it works, changing tires with Rabaconda is child's play, even a layman can change tires. If you would rather change your tires yourself and have €500 to spare, I really recommend it. Take care
I love these tires as well...i can get about 18k km out of the rear on my z900....just installed the roadtec01 on my 2012 v1k...will be monitoring how long they last with the heavier v1k
@@kzijen depending on your riding style, they should last you about 14 to 16 kkm. It would probably be possible to do more, but when a tire flattens out, it's hard to ride on it, so I usually change it after 14 to 15 kkm. Take care
Hi! I'm from France and have a 2012 Versys 1000. I tried many brand of tyres (Metzeler, Michelin, Continental, Vredestein) and after all those tests I definitively use the Mitas Touring force. I consider they are fine, efficient and less expensive than all the brands that are always tested by the journalists. For the valves as you I changed them on the first tyre changing and of course it's a nice choice. Have safe riding!
@@clintbolan3112 thanks man, maybe next time I will try Mitas tyres, for now I have a lot of km to do 😁 stay safe friend..👊
For angled valves I found the best solution is to buy the OEM Kawasaki ones. If you get the ones for the Ninja's or H2 bikes, they all fit as standard and you know they are Kawasaki quality rather than some cheap Amazon versions.
@@noggintube thanks for a tip 👊 the amazon valves are still OK so no reason to complain, and if they won't work I will buy kawasaki ones. Take care
Pirelli is very soft. It is easier to change, but it wears out faster. I also put on the Metzeler (standard size). Completely pleased with her.
Great perspective Andy, thanks. Definitely must get some angled valves fitted on mine...need to be a contortionist to get at the straight ones 😅
Yo en España monto las BRIDGESTONE bt y me han dado muy buen resultado, le hago +/- 20.000 km
Ik hoop dat de metzlers je goed bevallen! Ik heb al een setje roadtecs 02 erdoorheen gereden in 6000km op een versys 1000S. Heb nu weer de road 6 eronder van Michelin. Die zijn overigens ook al af na 5500km maar het stuurgedrag is wat neutraler (vind ik fijner).
I installed the angled valve stems, but I found the short valve stems work better.
Hi Andy, good video. I also fitted the same angle tyre valves to my versys as you have. I do all my own maintenance and servicing on my bikes but I used one of those small inflatable wedges under the wheel, makes it so much easier to line up the wheel when putting the spindle and spacers back in. Looking forward to seeing your video of your next trip.
Hey, that's a great tip man, in fact I always have difficulty putting the wheel on, you have to lift the wheel, insert the bolt, be careful not to loose the spacers and then put on the brake, it's terribly inconvenient. Thanks, I will buy such inflatable wedges. As for the videos from my travels, unfortunately the plans got very complicated due to personal reasons and I had to cancel many of them, but I'll come up with something, no worries. Keep safe
Hey Andy.
This was a fantastic video demonstrating how easy it was for YOU to change your own tyres, is this an option for most mechanically minded people?
The only reason I would consider is because the tyre shops always find a way to scratch or damage my wheels and I take care of them well.
Is it possible to do it either by yourself or at the shop without scratching the paint?
That was a great setup you had there. Thanks, I subscribed 🏆
Thanks. It's a bit difficult at the beginning, but once you get the hang of what and how it works, changing tires with Rabaconda is child's play, even a layman can change tires.
If you would rather change your tires yourself and have €500 to spare, I really recommend it. Take care
Top Andy!
I stick with Mitchellin road 6 and work great on my versys.
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Jędrek w dobrą stronę skierowałeś wejścia do zaworów ? Ja dałem ciała i jeden jest na lewo skierowany.
@@sawekgoab4083 no i będziesz musiał jeździć do Angli oponę pompować teraz 😂
@@MotoAndy 😀
@@MotoAndyalbo do Hongkongu 😅😅😅
Never considered Michelin roads?
8mm or 10mm needed an angle valve?
@@laszlokocski8811 10mm
jaka średnica otworu na wentyl ?
@@DjLeonn1 kupowałem wentyle 10mm i pasiły 😁
I always degrease new tires with degrease like technical gasoline... Then they aren't slippery anymore from the first ride...
you can send me link for alminuim valve tire
are you asking or demanding? 😅
@@MotoAndy ask . I want to buy it for my bike
I was just kidding. ;-)
www.amazon.com/90-degree-valve-stem-motorcycle/s?k=90+degree+valve+stem+motorcycle
I love these tires as well...i can get about 18k km out of the rear on my z900....just installed the roadtec01 on my 2012 v1k...will be monitoring how long they last with the heavier v1k
@@kzijen depending on your riding style, they should last you about 14 to 16 kkm. It would probably be possible to do more, but when a tire flattens out, it's hard to ride on it, so I usually change it after 14 to 15 kkm. Take care