Here is the tyre section from the forthcoming M3W Buyers Guide:
Standard front tyres are made by Avon, originally intended for sidecar use. MMC offer an optional front tyre made by Blockley. Many people regard these as superior to the Avons in grip, handling and longevity, so they are a popular replacement when the Avons wear out. Inner tubes are TR11 and tyres are 4.00 x 19. Google ‘MWS’ for more details. In the USA, owners fit Excelsior Comp H tyres which appear to be similar to the Blockleys. Tyre life is typically around 10,000 miles, front and rear. The Blockleys tend to last a little longer.
During 2019, some owners started to fit performance motorbike tyres, either the Michelin Commander II (110/90 B19 62H) or the equivalent Pirelli Night Dragons. Apparently you get an appreciable improvement in performance but at the expense of a reduced tyre life (less than half the mileage of the Blockley). There is around a 25 mm reduction in overall diameter compared to the standard tyres.
Hope this helps!
