There are many good AT tires on the market now days. One that consistently gets good reviews is the Tensor Regulator A/T steel belted radial tire. It comes in 30x10R-14.
I've been running a set of them in 32x10R-15 for about 2000 miles in the deserts and mountains in AZ and UT with solid results/
My vote is on the kanati terra masters. They are dual purpose seems like and do well on all the terrains that I have encountered! Road manners like an all terrain with the bite of a mud terrain. I have roughly 500 miles on mine and they seem to wear good also. I ride from paved surfaces to pretty nasty hill climbs and everything in between.
My vote is on the kanati terra masters. They are dual purpose seems like and do well on all the terrains that I have encountered! Road manners like an all terrain with the bite of a mud terrain. I have roughly 500 miles on mine and they seem to wear good also. I ride from paved surfaces to pretty nasty hill climbs and everything in between.
I just bought a set of 30x10x15 Kanati Mongrels that I've yet to put any miles on. You don't hear much about the Mongrels these days but they used to be considered a great all terrain tire. They are 10 ply radial DOT tires and the tread pattern looks a lot like the Tusk Terrabites, except maybe a touch more aggressive and slightly wider spaced lugs. I might have gone with the Terrabites again, except on gravel roads they tend to really throw the rocks. I wanted something for all around use that didn't feel like a marshmallow on hard pack and asphalt, and these
you are going to get 25 different opinions as to best because as with all things, it totally depends on how you use them. Kinda no wrong answer thing. Each tire has it strengths and weaknesses based on what you want it to do.
I have had Maxxis Carnivores, A great tire but wear quick (Run true to size or over). The ITP Ultra Cross, good tire but like some others they throw rocks and mine would not balance (just under true size and were out of round). The Maxxis Liberty, a great tire except they throw mud forever after you cross a simple mud puddle (Run true to size or over). Tusk Terabites, seem to be good all around tire except as some have mentioned, they throw rocks (run slightly under size).
I am trying Tera Masters now, but too soon to know anything (Run slightly under size)
I have been going thru a bunch of tire research, since I don't have much else to do, and that was one of the tires that caught my eye. I did find a post about some Baja teams using them and comparing them to ITP Ultra Cross tires. The BFGs had three punctures and leaked every day. They didn't know if it was the rims or not. They felt that the ITPs held up better but did really like the way the BFGs handled. I want something that is good in the desert and rocky trails. I also want a tire that will hold up well against pinching and punctures. The three that have caught my eye are:
I’m not sure where my response went but out of necessity (2 punctured sidewalls) I upgraded all 4 wheels and tires. After a lot of research and measuring my Talon R; I went with sti hd9 15x7” beadlocks in 5+2 offset and sti x comp atrs in 32x10. After a couple hundred miles I LOVE these tires. They are 10 ply, flex around rocks really well, and actually pull through mud better than i’d expect. They make one in a 30” size that you’re looking for and I’ll very likely buy them again when these wear out. I didn’t notice any low end acceleration loss but very slightly on the top end. Where I noticed the biggest difference is braking. Not enough difference to want smaller tires but it is noticeable. Turning I don’t notice any difference with the slightly wider track width. For perspective I spend most of my time under 15mph on Rocky Mountain trails with mud holes here and there.
I switched out the OEM tires before I left the dealer to 30” Kanati Mongrels (10 ply). Kept the OEM wheels so it was an easy switch.
These are great tires, DOT approved (if that matters to you) and take a lot of abuse without any big downsides I ride mostly desert trails - some technically challenging with rocks and have zero issues.
For some good evaluations check out SlikRok they do not sell tires but they evaluate them. Good solid recommendations and the pros and cons of some of the best tires according to them and they should know. Find their site at slikrokproductions and of course .com. I did not want to add a link just go to a browser and or google it. They even have recommendations on upgrading dampers. They helped me when I was looking for the best possible all-around tire. You can contact them. Is there one best answer -- no --
Well after much thought and research I have decided to go with ITP Ultracross R-spec tires for the Talon. There is a big selection of top notch tires available today. Aren't we lucky.... One big factor for me was that lots of teams that race Baja choose this tire because it is so tough. I want as little tire trouble as I can get. If you pick a top tire, many listed above, I just don't think you can go wrong.
Well after much thought and research I have decided to go with ITP Ultracross R-spec tires for the Talon. There is a big selection of top notch tires available today. Aren't we lucky.... One big factor for me was that lots of teams that race Baja choose this tire because it is so tough. I want as little tire trouble as I can get. If you pick a top tire, many listed above, I just don't think you can go wrong.
Heck ya...there are very many tires available...Just have to narrow them down by size and what tire you actually need for your terrain. Hope the best with them itp's....they've been Around for a long time, I'll bet they are a great tire. Peace!
make who ever you buy them from guarantee that they are reasonably round. The set of 31" I had took a bunch of weight to balance and still felt way out of round. would thump even on a gravel road
I switched out the OEM tires before I left the dealer to 30” Kanati Mongrels (10 ply). Kept the OEM wheels so it was an easy switch.
These are great tires, DOT approved (if that matters to you) and take a lot of abuse without any big downsides I ride mostly desert trails - some technically challenging with rocks and have zero issues.
I'm glad to see these tires on your machine and would like to hear more of your impressions! I just put a set of these 30x10x15 on my X, but haven't had the chance to drive with them yet. I'm heading for Moab in a couple weeks.. pending them opening the town and campgrounds back up... and wonder how these Mongrels will do on the rocks, as well as the rocky trails closer to home in the Pacific Northwest. How much air do you run in them?
Hi guys, looking at purchasing a Talon for use in my home town of St George, UT. Likely 60% desert, 40% mountain use.
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