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[jagarra]

I stopped buying Metzeler Lasertecs because when I hit rain grooves on the road they caused the bike to get really squirrely. Sort of made the front end float from side to side.

[Major Softie]

Yeah, the rain groove issue with tires is very regional. I'm almost never on them, so I don't care. Australia may not have them. If you live in Sacramento, LA, or Reno, then it's a really important factor in tire choice.

[Zombie Master]

The US must buy 2nd's when it comes to lasertecs, judging by the complaints.
I have found them to be an absolute kick ass tyre for a twin shock. Mind you I usually replace them about every twelve months @ 12,000 k.
I don't use the lasertec rear tho, just the front. I've never had the front slip out on me.

Do tell....what do you run on the rear?

[ME 109]

Do tell....what do you run on the rear?

Now, michelin pilot activ rear. 4-5 years ago and for many years before that, michelin mac50.
Both damn good tyres, the best thing being their ability to maintain a very nice round profile across the tyre which keeps the uneven surface handle bar wobbles at bay.
I've tried a few others over the years when my favorites were not available when I needed them. They were no where near as good.
The pa front is also on par with the lasertec imo and will give me 1,000 more k's. The lasertec has a better tread patter for wet tarmac, or wet off road. None of them like slippery mud.