This is how a car tire works on a bike

[fasternyou929]

Originally Posted by Homeslice

Because "does not handle as well" (his words) means less enjoyment, at least in my opinion. Unless there is something fun about using a tire that "does not handle as well".

How many miles can you get out of a good touring tire on a Goldwing? I have no idea, but let's say at least 8-10K..........Now let's say the car tire would last, what, 20-25K? That's a significant improvment, but that's also a lot of miles spent putting up with a tire that (in his words) "does not handle as well"

You are taking a bike that is already heavy and reluctant to turn, and making it even more reluctant by using a tire that's basically flat. Road noise probably increases as well. Resistance to hydroplaning decreases too, since a wide tire doesn't cut into the water as well as a skinny one.

But, to each his own I guess. I'm sure the straight-ahead cruising is stable as a rock.

Just looking at the thing you can tell it's not going to handle as well as a motorcycle tire, so it's not like that was a surprise. It handles fine for how he rides the bike, so he's choosing the cheaper tire that gives him better mileage. Can't really blame him for that.