I was told by a mechanic who used to race Supermotos that the Maxxis tyres are quite good.

Reading reviews i am not so sure,

I used to have some on my SV1000 and they seemed fine to me, but then i never rode it hard enough to know.

I need a new front tyre for my 2005 XT660X.

Now i don't do a lot of milage. mostly leisure riding in summer. I am not a hard rider so need a front tyre that will warm up without much effort. not worried how quick it wears out.

Somebody also told me a wet tyre might be the way to go as they are designed to warm up quicker. (again were they having a laugh at my expense)

Also what make of inner tube should i get as I might as well replace that when i change the tyre.