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Originally Posted by
klasic
I am about to buy new tires. I have doubt between michelin T63 and Continental TKC80. I am driving 60:40 on road and off road. 1. Can somebody recomend according to his exporience?
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I've used both and, although tyre choice is very much down to personal preference, I found the T63 to be marginally better off road and the TKC marginally better on road. Otherwise they're very similar. However, it is worth noting that the rear T63 wore out even faster than the TKC, and TKCs don't exactly last long! This for me is the deciding factor, and why I would just give the TKCs the nod in a head to head decision.
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Originally Posted by
klasic
2. Is it possible on xt660z to be used, maunted Rear Tire 140/80-17 (TKC80)? Have somebody expirience with wider 140 rear tire?
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Yes it is... but I wouldn't both unless it's just a more macho look you're after. If you are serious about off road use then the narrower size is always going to be the better bet. I personally found the 140s I've tried made the handling a bit odd and wore out/squared off quicker than 130s; generally they cost more too!
Read
this thread where I wrote a comparison of the different sizes and speed ratings of TKC80 in available fitments for the Tenere - I've tried them all!
At the end of the day, you've just got to bite the bullet, buy a set of tyres and try them out. You never know what you're going to like (or suits your needs) until you give them a go. If they turn out to be useless, put it down to experience and cross them off your list. If they're great, buy them again!