Completely agree! I used the NMS21-235 Nitro bib in the 90/100 which is a little snug when new, but perfect with some hours on it. It works really well on our super rocky mountain single track in Montana. Holds up great for me. Had 52 hours/800ish miles on the first one and it still had all the side knobs. A few torn/feathered and obviously rounded but still was working well. Put another new one on and it feels great. I love the M59 but I would loose knobs after 10-15 hours.
Alec convinced me to try the X31. I love the M59, but just tried the 216 "chubby" and compared to the M59, not as confident. The 216 seems to let go in loose turns, at least for an instant, but then regains its composure. This nanosecond of letting go is unnerving though, so looking forward to trying the X31 in the hard pack and rock of SE AZ.
Last time I was in your shop one of the guys was saying how awesome that tire is. I almost went with it but stayed with the tried and true m59. I’ll try that one next.
Thank you for the recommendation!! Just installed the tire on my new 2023 Husqvarna TE300 and absolutely love it. Posted a video riding in ice and snow. Gave you credit for the tire choice and I hope sent other riders your way. 💪😃👍
I appreciate you doing these product reviews. Being from the land down under it’s not economical for me to purchase from your store (I do get some gear from you that isn’t available down here) but I really appreciate your advice. Cheers
That’ll be my next tire to try for my channel. Iv been comparing the m59 to the goldentyre 80/100 and I liked it more for braking power and stronger carcass. But it’s definitely on the skinny side. So I’ll try the battlecross
Thanks for this video, I've just started watching your channel. So you say new favourite (I'm in the UK) front tyre (don't you love these spellings?) which begs the question, which is your favourite rear type? Cheers.
I am try for land speed record on Utah Salt Flats 300 mph + what about this tire LOL you are the best of the Best I wish you and your family Blessings and Prosperity
Hello: 90/100-21 tires give a smoother ride in rocks at the expense of good handling. The small gain in comfort is totally outweighed by the poor handling. 90/100 tires of any brand are a very poor choice for rocks, roots and ruts. They only work well for their intended purpose, sand. If you're looking for comfort, revalve your suspension.
I ride with tubes, but have found the front tire likes a bit more pressure than other fronts I’ve used. 12-14psi in single track seems to be the ticket.
Been enjoying the videos! Have you ever tested the Kenda Track Master 2? I have these on my DR200S (2018), been questioning the front tire lately seems too push more than I like when turning at times on the trails. The DR has more rake angle than any bike I know of could that be the reason. It might also be my skill level too. Just curious on how I could alter my bike to help with this without buying another bike!
Hello Mike: For 99% of trail riding I prefer the 80/100-21 Bridgestone X31 slavensracing.com/shop/battlecross-x31-soft-to-intermediate-tire-by-bridgestone/ for carving tight trails, but when I go to Baja and ride lots of sand, I want the wider contact patch of the 90/100-21 to float on top of the sand.
The Shinko 216 in 90-90-21 doesn’t climb out of ruts. It’s the best of both worlds, IMO. That said, I want to try the new X31, and I’ll probably go with the 80-100-21.
I just returned from an 800 mile ride on my 500XCF-W. I used the X31 80/100-21 slavensracing.com/shop/battlecross-x31-soft-to-intermediate-tire-by-bridgestone/ with an 80/100 Nitro Platinum mousse. slavensracing.com/shop/nitromousse-by-nuetech/
@@slaverace1 Okay thanks. I like mousse front tubeless rear... get too many front flats. Just wondering if your mousse testers preferred one over the other. I usually run michelin mousse as it's a bit softer... most tire perform better this way.. not sure if the x31 does? Anyways thanks.
@Slavens Racing mousse 80/100 in the nm21-210 or nm21-220? I called and someone there told me the nm21-235? But that’s for a 90/100/21… correct me if I’m wrong. Thanks for the video! 👍🏻
I tested the X31 today and was super impressed. I just finished testing the Dunlop MX34 and thought it was a good tire but the Bridgestone X31 is my new favorite.
