Anakee III 140/70 - would you use it?

[dcstrom]

A friend donated to me a 20% worn Anakee III 6 months ago. Just returned from Greece to Germany with rear tyre worn out, glad to have a free replacement waiting for me. But now I check, it's a 140, not a 150. It came off an F800GS.

I know it will probably work, and I'll get at least 8000 miles out of it... but should I use it? I guess there's no harm in trying - if it sucks I can swap it for a new one somewhere on the way. Anyone used one?

 

[greg the pole]

never used that particular tire Trevor,
but I've installed two or three 140 width Mitas E-07s without issue.

the F800 has a rear 17" rim correct?

 

[dcstrom]

never used that particular tire Trevor,
but I've installed two or three 140 width Mitas E-07s without issue.

the F800 has a rear 17" rim correct?

Yeah it's the same size, load range etc as the 150, but H rated - normally I'd use the V rated Anakee III, but I've used plenty of H-rated Heidenaus, it's not an issue. Rarely over 80mph.

 

[greg the pole]

yep. go for it.

 

[Checkswrecks]

No sweat. Just stay clear of mud and sand. Knowing that you like an occasional fast corner, be aware that you can ride off the side of the treaded area.

 

[dcstrom]

Yeah tire is on, no problem. Turn-in is maybe a little faster, than with the 150, which is not a bad thing, and maybe a little less rubber on the road at full lean, but rarely go there so all good.

 

[Squibb]

Just thinking, the baby GS had a rear option I think, 140/80 or 150/70, so I think you should be fine, barely noticeable.

Each to their own; personally I run OEM or the tyre manufactures recommendation, to avoid any potential hassle from my insurers