Last weekend I took the XTR out for the first time with the new T63's

I planned a 100km approx loop of mostly gravel mountain roads

It took me about 15 minutes to get the confidence up but once on the go... Well.... Let me tell you... The T63's are MUCH more confident inspiring then the Metzler's

I started on 28/30 F/R and after about 20ks dropped to 25/27. I will expirement with lower pressures even more next time.

The difference is like chalk and cheese.. !! I was by myself in the mountains so I didn't want to risk coming off but was certainly a lot more confident.

It was a hot dry day so mostly dry sandy tracks but the extra grip is definitely noticeable.

About 15ks was on bitumen and initilally I took it easy but after a while I was pushing them more and more. We're not talking full lean here but you obviously ride accordingly.

In conclusion: Given the type of riding I plan on doing - Mountain roads and Tracks I was very happy and the tyres certainly improved my confidence.

I am sure there are more aggresive tyres but I wanted a DOT approved tyre and in the right size. 130/80/17 Rear & 90/90/21 Fr

The bike certainly looks the goods

Marc