1kstep 0 Posted November 5, 2014 If you have the pleasure of owning one of these beasts you know that they will fry knobbies like mad. I know there is a contingent here that will say to get the pirelli MT43, Ok...what is a good knobbie option. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mtnmanseth 0 Posted November 5, 2014 I've tried Michelins, Bridgestones, Dunlops on the GasGas 300 2T, and you're right, they wear fast! My favorite thus far is definitely the Motoz Tractionator Enduro I/T rear. It seems to grip even better as it wears, which is a first. I haven't tried it in pure sand (Glamis, Superstish) yet, but I bet the paddle-like directional tread pattern will work well as a sand hybrid, too... http://www.chaparral-racing.com/product/motoz-tractionator-enduro-it-intermediate-terrain-rear-tire/908-110-100-18.aspx The matching front has been outstanding as well. First, it hooks up consistently and very predictably, and second, it is the only tire so far NOT TO CHUNK at all after several days of sharp rock punishment at Corral Canyon. Highly recommended... http://www.chaparral-racing.com/product/motoz-tractionator-enduro-it-intermediate-terrain-front-tire/908-080-100-21.aspx Next in the tire queue is, in fact, the MT43, which I've never ridden. We'll see... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted November 5, 2014 GT216AA up front.....rear is up to user....but GT216AA up front......its the fattest, stupidest, counterintuitive, weird looking thing.....but it just works on everything. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted November 5, 2014 my standard has been FIM enduro type rubber for years for all around use (very short wear) GT216AA has changed that. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted November 5, 2014 For rear tires in no particular order, Maxxis Desert IT, Pirelli Scorpion XCMH and Michelin AC10 have all lasted pretty well attached to my Aprilia RXV550 and YZ450F. What is your intended terrain? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
robertaccio 412 Posted November 5, 2014 Michelin AC10 I used these for a while good tire, highly recommended for enduro racing in dez terrain by KTM's Al Randt (Mike Lafferty's mech and former nat enduro racer) Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Ken S 164 Posted November 6, 2014 Been searching for the best front tire. Just ordered the GT216AA. $150 shipped. For me the Maxxis Desert IT is my favorite rear tire I've used so far. My RMZ 450 eats mx51's and 52's in 4 or 5 rides. I have 6 rides on the maxxis and it's still in good shape and hooks up well. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Covered in Dust 163 Posted November 6, 2014 I was an MT 21 guy for years until I saw Kug ride for 1000 miles on a Maxxis Desert IT and it didn't show a lot of wear. Switched and will never go back. It's not DOT but I don't give a hoot. CiD Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CVRick 42 Posted November 6, 2014 Maxis desert it rear. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted November 6, 2014 I'm using a Michelin Starcross MH3 on my WR300. Seems to work very well in a variety of conditions. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted November 6, 2014 Rotella. Oh wait... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bp619 104 Posted November 6, 2014 I second mtn on the motoz tires i used to run the it on my 2010 ktm 300xcw and it was amazing. Im currently running it on my 2014 te310 and hook like crazy in all conditions pretty stiff so have to run around 11-14psi. I also run the motoz desert tires on my husky te630 and they will not wear out at all 1500 miles and look brand new. Gp motorcycles can order them also if you wanna use someone local. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blakeNY9 0 Posted November 6, 2014 I have a GT216AA waiting to be put on the front of my 300. Decided to try it after rave reviews from some notable places like Enduro360, zip Ty and others on cafehusky.com that had tried it. http://www.cafehusky.com/threads/golden-tyre-gt216aa-review.44553/ Still debating on what rear tire to put on next. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
REV5 0 Posted November 6, 2014 Gt216AA will be my next front tyre. I picked my bike up from zipty racing and i saw these funky fat front tyres. Its going seem weird having such a fat tyre up front but it make sense. I havent heard and negitive reviews on the tyre. My only concern is a bib that will fit. I'll just run an HD tube and call it a day. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
1kstep 0 Posted November 6, 2014 Thank you folks. AFAIK Robert, Seth, and Mimi are the ones with 300s so their votes count more. For rear tires in no particular order, Maxxis Desert IT, Pirelli Scorpion XCMH and Michelin AC10 have all lasted pretty well attached to my Aprilia RXV550 and YZ450F. What is your intended terrain? 100% off road - sharp rock (Lark, CC), smooth rock, deep sand, hard pack, the bike is a KTM 300 2 stroke. Rotella. Oh wait... Yeah Spaugh, posting stuff like this is a lot like asking about religion...or if Coke is better than Pepsi. The Desert IT is a durable tire with a very stiff sidewall, ever tried to change one by hand? and it's bullshit when it's wet out. The starcross worked well on my RMz 450. The ac10 has vaulted into the lead. There are mixed reviews on the tractionator - too much traction...hard to slide the rear. No one likes the B-stone m404? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
dirt dame 561 Posted November 7, 2014 I sold my Tractionators to Mntnman after I ran them for 30 miles. Too squirrely on my 300, climbed the edges of ruts and grooves, broke loose unexpectedly, and slid down rock slabs rather than grabbing traction. I'm glad that they like his bike better than they liked mine. The WR does not have a subtle power band, so maybe that has something to do with it. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted November 7, 2014 I ran a 300 for a while, if its is breaking loose traction often, the power valve needs to be adjusted. It will make a huge difference. The maxxis tires are good for desert, for mccain a softer tire mid terrain or enduro type or trial tire would be better. Really not anything special about the 300, a motor is a motor and they all burn gas and turn it into mechanical energy and can be tuned to have different powerbands. The 300 is very tunable. Definitely work on jetting and power valve, it will make a bigger diference than tire choice IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Spaugh 1 Posted November 7, 2014 By the way I am a huge fan of the m404 and m604. The m604 lasts really well and has a nice aggressive knob pattern. Better for rocks. Those are the tires I use on my 2T 200. That or a dunlop 803 which will outperform an mt43. Mid terrain tires are pretty versatile IMO. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PastaPilot 17 Posted November 7, 2014 For rear tires in no particular order, Maxxis Desert IT, Pirelli Scorpion XCMH and Michelin AC10 have all lasted pretty well attached to my Aprilia RXV550 and YZ450F. What is your intended terrain? 100% off road - sharp rock (Lark, CC), smooth rock, deep sand, hard pack, the bike is a KTM 300 2 stroke. I only ask because I've ridden with a broad spectrum of 300 riders. From guys that are happy with 50/50 dirt/street (40/10 dirt road/singletrack) to others practicing for the WEC series. I think the favorite of my recs that I used on the Aprilia (280# 60hp) have been the Pirelli XCHM. I've only had one set but my memories of them are quite favorable. My current set up is a M402 M403. The front is huge, 90/100 I think, but don't have enough time on them to render an opinion. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
