Best Sport, Adventure & Touring Tires of 2019 - Motorcycle Tire Comparison 

You have such high-quality content that I watched a 16-minute video about buying a motorcycle tire and I don't even have a motorcycle license.

Man, I wish I could like your videos twice.. such quality content.

I ‘m a former tyre development rider for Pirelli, and this video is EXCELLENT!!! Nice work Ryan, loving your films, the chain lube one was also spot on.

Ryan, I wish all RU-vidrs in all genres reviewed and explained things as well as you do. (And with your slightly dry sense of humor, you'd still be leading the pack sir.)

As an engineer in the tire industry, this is good practical advise for motorcycle riders. Well said and as always stellar production quality!

I just want to thank you and crew for the amazing videos you guys put out. You guys have helped me pass my MST, get the best gear available, and ride safely. It’s because of you and your crew, I bought a 2018 Yamaha R3 and I couldn’t be happier. Thank you.

Does anybody else watch his videos who doesn’t even have a bike??? Just good quality content!!!

F9 has pretty much broken RU-vid for me. With the exception of motorcycle.com's content everyone else is frankly useless in comparison. Even if it was just the slick presenting and beautifully punchy and entertaining editing they would still be the best, but they also go deeper into the science and details that other channels wrongly think aren't interesting. The depth of impartial knowledge and experience is glowing too. There's so much show, but just as much go, while still being entertaining.

OH BOY TIME TO FEEL INADEQUATE AS A CONTENT CREATOR AGAIN

Dude... You've really stepped up the in depth detail on this channel. It's always been interesting but it seems lately you're going more in depth with technical things average consumers aren't privy to. Hopefully your future "what is the best super sport, hypersport, sport touring, touring tire for my bike" follows this trend with details and examples of how each tire performs in each situation. I think many people would be surprised to see a sport touring tire would handle just fine with most average riders even on a track day where they get hot. But just telling them that and reading the company brochure for each tire doesn't prove that to anyone. Thanks for the great videos lately and I can't wait to see what's next.

Please make a video on auxiliary lights for touring...love and respect for the excellent videos one after another....

Yo Ryan, your scripting and video skills are off the hook!

It's nice to have a Canadian motorcycle channel !

Does anyone else feel like they should be taking notes when they watch one of FortNine's videos?

I thought this will help me choose new tire Instead, i got bike 101 college courses

You ability to so consistently crank out videos about topics that interest me is flat out uncanny. I have recently grown interested in the dynamics of tire tread and was wondering how I could learn more. I seriously love you guys

Tires are overrated, just use bare rims it makes you feel closer to the road 🙂

Last time I did any real continuous riding was 20 years ago. I ran Bridgestone S11 exclusively. They gave me incredibly reliable grip, even when bald on the centerline, and I could corner my V45 Magna hard enough to put the pegs on the ground. Those now seem to be rather hard to find. Now I know why, and I'll be looking into the availability of the S22 for my current ride. Thanks for the info, and now I understand a lot more. You ROCK!

Dam I love this guy. I sell tires for a living at Goodyear. And you taught me some good stuff!

Came here looking for an adv tire since I'm not experienced with adv, and the fact that Ryan recommends my favorite road tire, the continentals, gives me confidence that I can trust him

Hi Ryan. Brilliant research on tyres man. Always wanted to see this.

I just found your videos few weeks ago. I learned more about bikes in few weeks than riding almost 20 years and reading all Motorcyclist, Rider, and all other magazines throughout the years

Great content. In my mind, you are fast becoming the Oracle of motorcycle stuff. A majority blend of scientist and engineer with a touch of enthusiast thrown in. Above all, very useful content!!! I love it, well done!

I watch a number of vblogs re all things motorcycle; but when I want a well-reasoned, well-designed, clearly explained actual Explanation backed up with logic and data rather than just anecdotal opinion I watch THIS guy! BRILLIANT (once again), Just brilliant. Thank you!

Hey Ryan, thanks for going thru all that head-hurt for us - the result is outstanding, probably the best tyre techsplanation I've ever seen. Cheers! :-)

I need new adventure tires for my new used bike. But it’s still too cold outside to ride so...I’m watching these Ryan F9 videos. And I watched them all. And I watch them again like when commuting to work in my truck because they’re so entertaining. Well done, buddy! Greetings to Canada!

Nothing worst than when your knob gets ripped off!!

This man's delivery is professional. Thank you Fortnine.

I've been having a good run out of my Heidenau K60 Scouts so far. Done about 3000km and they still look like new. Mostly highway riding with the odd bit of gravel. (DRZ400)

Far in Kenya we loooooooove your content, detailed, correct choice of diction, fantastic demonstration, talk to friends about tyres and they be looking at me like the Einstein of tyres... Just you

This has been a perfectly timed video, I was just about to look for some new tyres. Awesome video, thanks man :)

When I bought my 636 the back tire was bald. I ended up going with the Battlax S22, It's amazing in the rain, and provides even a typically cautious rider like me the confidence to push the tire right to the edge. I recommend it to everyone.

Canadians think they're soooo smart!!!!, BEST motorcycle channels!, BEST camera review channels!, BEST comedy channels!! It should be called CanadaTube!!! Awesome work!!! :)

One thing that this great video shows is that one really does need to keep on top of new developments. The last motorcycles I put tires on were a 2007 R1 and a 2008 Buell 1125r. With the Buell I matched the rear tire as closely as possible to the front sticking with Pirelli. That was a poor decision since those tires wore quickly without a traction advantage. On the Yamaha I replaced the factory Pirellis with Michelins although the front tire was one year older that the rear. Today it seems like the Bridgestone s22 would be a far better choice. By their nature front and rear motorcycle tires are very different. Unless you are riding at the limit, which belongs on a race track, I believe mismatching front and rear tires is just a matter of learning the nature of the handling with the new tire. A motorcycle shop where I bought the rear Michelin for the Yamaha is a great example for learning the handling of a new tire or set. We got discussing that and the owner told me I would be shocked by the number of riders who dropped their bikes leaving the parking lot. That was caused by the rider ignoring the standard shop advice to corner gingerly until the mold release agent is worn off.

I learned a lot from that Ryan, thanks very much!

This was such a great explanation about tires, and the bit about knobs or blocks....game changing!

No white lab coat, therefore, your conclusions are null and void.

No non-sense explanation/comparison of differences between tire types. One of the best I’ve seen. No surprise, FortNine content is consistently the best out there. Keep up the good work Ryan and colleagues

after watching this i can honestly say, i still have no god dam idea what tyres to buy

How have I not found your channel sooner! The quality of information, and the production and editing quality of your videos is better than ANY other motorcycle content I've seen on TV or social media. Amazing!

Thank you guys for your quality contents and for the funny ways you explain them! Can't wait to see your next video! A big hug from Italy :)

So good that I didn’t even notice the 16.5 minutes gone by, keep em coming brother 👊

Hey Ryan, why didn't you come out to the DualSport BC opener last weekend? Your 800gs would have been in good company.

Genuinely professional production. It truly comes across like a quality motorcycle show from a big tv channel. Great video, great audio, great visuals, great content, and fantastic delivery. I subscribed on the first video I watched, which was about 3 wheelers. I thought it was a big budget show made by RU-vid.

Can you do a video on "dashcam" options. And what the pros/cons of handlebar vs helmet mounted would be?

I was very confused about all the technicalities of the tires, but after this video I understand them pretty well. Best channel in RU-vid. Thanks a lot.

Don't know if you can help, but I've heard a lot of talk about OEM tires not being the same as the aftermarket ones from other bike channels. For example, the Pilot road 4's on the Yamaha tracers from the factory are a substandard quality to buying aftermarket Pilot road 4's. Not seen them present any evidence for this though at all, could you weigh in on this? Love the channel btw, deffo one of my faves!

Dude. Your tire content is always my favorite. I wish you'd do 4 tire vids a year. Thanks again.

That was great content!! Awesome job Ryan!!

It's so great to have awesome creators like you Ryan and others like Tim from the 40 times around channel... we are lucky to learn from such experienced and legit riders. Thanks as always Ryan! ~rich

Day is just better with an F9 video :-)

Man, I love how you don't stick to any brand and you just state the facts.

Sad you didn't showcase some Shinko tires. Cheap and reliable Korean-made tires. Great for the rain imo.

This channel is defiantly valuable to anyone that is getting into riding. 10/10 would recommend!

I see 12 people didn't buy the right tires

There are exactly two tires for sale in America that fit my bike and are regularly in stock online - and one of them is made by Michelin. But when I get a bigger bike, I'm going to be glad I watched this video.

This video is so good and informative i watched it twice in a row. 💖👍🏆👏👏👏

A tire explanation given by someone that did research and knows what he is talking about, that is something rare on RU-vid videos.

Hi regular watcher here in UK....subbed...what is fortnine meaning. .? Cheers from dave

Brilliant as usual. Combining intelligence, humour and tech know-how in a perfect blend. Thank you.

riders be like "I love your channel, im using everything i learned here!" -will buy the cheapest round black thing on the internet if is says "supersport" in the ad- LOL

A lesson to a lot of other channels that think they have content and know what they’re talking about. Keep up the good work!

Nailed it again. 👍

I'm looking to buy an R9T this coming year and have really been anxious about finding a good tirefor me and this video...you're entire series...has seriously helped me out. Thank you.

When will you do a motorcycle review (like the 701 vitpilen, ktm 1290,...) .those reviews are the best.

Ryan and F9 team, you're crushing it. Seriously, great content.

So wanted to run before seeing your video. Now I have an headache and had applied to work at Bridgestone. I hate you Ryan 😆😆😆

Factory Bridgestones on my Yamaha bolt were crap… threw them out asap and grabbed a set of Michelin commander II’s. Much much better traction, profile and wear. Awesome video F9 crew! Thanks

But are the Michelin Road 5’s still good! You recommended those years ago

🏁🚨Info is always to such extent that very little questions are unresolved and videos are very informative, but at this stage i would (and i think alot of followers) would like to see a in depth review and some testing done on sport tires( s22, power rs, corsa 2, racetec rr, Q3, ) to actually separate the cream of the crop. Just as done with chain cleaner, chain lube, oils, helmets etc. Put some track time in and test lap times test abrasion , put a load on them on a rotating surface and apply torq to see slip/skid level, pressure changes, temp and so on. I know it easier said than done but wil be worth it and would love to see it as tires are the biggest grey area for alot of riders. Keep up the awesome content,🌋😎

"Woooow" -RyanF9

wow, best explanation of tires I've EVER seen or heard of :) you guys are astounding.

You know you're doing something right when you have a video up for 2 hours and have 10+ dislikes. Your haters follow you and keep tabs on how good you're doing..... 😂

Man thank you so much for the video. You always manage to teach me new stuff in a well presented way, and don't get me started on the production quality: beyond expectations every time. I can only imagine what you guys would be able to achieve with a larger budget, but you'll get there. Much love from a true fan!!

7:10 exceptionally cheap, hey, that's me

Education is better than ignorance.

But still, why did you kill Ned Stark, Joffrey?

Man, how I love it! It's not about "what's better" but "why is better"! “You give a poor man a fish and you feed him for a day. You teach him to fish and you give him an occupation that will feed him for a lifetime.”

Very Informative.. I spent a few days studying tires online .. and Pretty came up with the same three brands you came up with .. It's Mind boggling how many manufactures there are for car tires.. and mind boggling how many models of Motorcycle tries there are..

I love this channel and I like that you cut out all the BS and get to the point. Thanks a bunch mate and keep up with the quality videos.

I am addicted to your channel. I dont know what to do!

best analysis i'v seen in some time, love the engineering approach and the "twilight zone voice", thank you.. RTG

Brilliant analysis as always, keep up the good work gents!

Extremely informative and by the way, I’m the knucklehead that has several sets of pretty much brand new takeoffs in my basement collecting dust because this video with it’s scientific approach to selecting tires was made well after my experiments LOL! Rewind, I’ll be watching it a few more times

I have been a great admirer of your work, guys!!! The research. the analysis, the presentation... Amazing!!! You never disappoint, Ryan... Keep workin' it... All the best!!!

I took notes on this video. Never done before. Keep up the good work!

Your videos are awesome. Instead of telling people what’s good and what’s bad you teach them what makes a tire good at each thing and let them make their own decision👌

This is another great video. One element that you didn’t mention but which is important is the tread symmetry. For street tires I highly recommend using tires with asymmetrical patterns, especially those whose grooves cross alternately towards the center of the tire. Why is this important? Anyone who has ever ridden across a bridge that has metal grating has felt the tires (especially the front) wobble as it tries to track with the grating. The same is true when riding on roadways that have had the top layer of asphalt removed prior to laying down a new coating. At best this can be distracting and at worst it can be dangerous. By using tires with asymmetrical patterns, they don’t try to track with the grooves. At the very least the front tire should be asymmetrical, and ideally both should be. It’s amazing how much easier a bike handles with these tires.

There should be a ratting system for sticky traction and wear. It would help us decide which design worked best for our riding conditions. Best tire video I’ve ever seen.

Hello there @FortNine! First of all i want to give you a big thumbs up for the quality of your videos and for the total effort you give to make such a quality content. Now. I have a Honda XL Varadero 1000cc and I am going to change my Bridgestone Battlax A40 to something else just to try a different brand. I am not a "off roader" guy and i use my motorcycle for long distance trips and daily drives in the city. I've done my research and i am close to Pirelli's Scorpio Trail 2 are the best choice. (i have a 110/80 R19 at the front and a 150/70 R17 at the back) It would be a pleasure to give me an extra hand with your knowledge and point of view for which tire should i choose. Greetings from Greece and keep up the hard work.

I very much enjoyed the second installment of “teaching a man to ... pick motorcycle products” instead of listing them off. Looking forward to the next ones :D

The Professor of Motorcycles with a great sense of Humor!!! Love Your Videos Ryan!!

Brilliant video, so informative and excellently demonstrated. It’s wonderful to listen to and see someone that knows what they’re talking about👍🏻👍🏻

Another great video. Love this, but honestly, i'll admit what most people won't - I'd have to watch this about six times to fully understand everything you went over. I'm ok with that though. Love watching your vids man!

Dude, this is easily one of - if not THE - best tire video I've ever watched. I truly learned a great deal from this video. I'm a big fan of explaining the science behind things so that I can better understand why and how to make a decision. Beyond that, it's just super cool. :) Well done sir!

One of the best ones if not the best. Hated your first stuff with BB guns and baseball bats. But now with genuine real info your one of the best out there!! Keep it up

I ride a 1800cc sport cruiser and Avon cobras got my vote. Long lasting and sticky in the twistiest roads.

Thank you for the videos. I run my 30/70 Shinko 705 on road like its a 10/90 in the twisty canyons and 75 MPH Highway runs until I hit the coast. A Quick stop and I get them to 19 psi and ride them like I am on 50/50 up and over the mountains. This is a cheep fast wearing tire that can still get me through a good amount of rain without scaring me. I pay under $65 USD for the sizes I need delivered to my door.

I'm now ready for my interview at Continental next week! Always a cerebral treat watching your channel!

Thumbs up for a separate video of golf/basketball trickshots.