John,
I have experienced the same problems trying to source the correct tyres for
my PI. I am running on 185/70-13 at the moment which I am not entirely
happy with. The handling's nice but the speedo is a tad optimistic.
Anyway,I was chatting to the owner of my local garage during the old girl's
last MOT(annual test) and he suggested trying "van" or commercial tyres
which seem to be in plentiful supply here in the UK. The prices seem
favorable too!
As I understand they are of a more robust construction which could possibly
affect the ride, but would seem to offer advantages to those people
who,like myself,tow a caravan. Also I don't know what the speed rating of
these tyres is,which is an important factor with a PI!
Regards
Chris Hinge
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