Mitas Tyres

[gsd4me]

He has been a bit quiet, but it has been the holiday season. Wonder how many people have been affected by these dodgy front tires. It's a pity they're having a problem as they are a great tire and handled well on my R1100GS. I have them fitted front and rear on my R100GS albeit with tubes.

[lentil]

Originally Posted by 955616846

It has been a while since Mitas has made an appearance...

Err I think hes been busy by the looks of his friend face page!

[gsd4me]

Originally Posted by lentil

Err I think hes been busy by the looks of his friend face page!

Got a link for that?

[lentil]

Originally Posted by gsd4me

Got a link for that?

https://www.facebook.com/ccsmitas?fref=ts

Try this one my good man!

[motorcycletyres AU]

Originally Posted by gsd4me

Wonder how many people have been affected by these dodgy front tires. It's a pity they're having a problem as they are a great tire and handled well on my R1100GS. I have them fitted front and rear on my R100GS albeit with tubes.

The Czech tyre producer Mitas is voluntarily recalling 1,752 tubeless E-07 motorcycle tyres from the market. These tyres were sold to customers mostly in Europe. The tyre sizes subject to recall are:

110/80-19 M/C 59T E-07 TL MI
100/90-19 M/C 57T E-07 TL MI
110/80-19 M/C 59T E-07 DAKAR TL MI

Under extreme conditions the affected tyres can suddenly lose air pressure. Customers can determine whether their tyre is subject to recall by checking the brand name “MITAS”, tyre name “E-07,” inscription “tubeless” and DOT codes ranging from 0111 through to 4812, on the tyre sidewall. No other Mitas tyres are affected.

All customers are advised to contact the point of purchase to discuss options for replacement.


As the Australian distributor, I can tell you that just over 100 of these tyres were sold here. We never brought in the Dakar version, so we are only talking about the two sizes of regular E-07. Prior to June 2012, all of the 100/90-19 size we sold were tube-type (and are unaffected by the recall). From June onwards, we sold the tubeless version. The 110/80-19 has always been tubeless, and we first sold those in December 2011. Therefore, certainly in Australia, the recall affects ALL (and only) TUBELESS 19" E-07 that were sold here.

In 15 years of selling Mitas motorcycle, agricultural and industrial tyres, this is our first ever recall. It is unfortunate, but these things happen and we just want to get the suspect tyres off the streets and to keep riders safe and happy.

All of the dealers that bought these tyres have of course been notified, and we are in the process of speaking to each one of them to follow up. We've already identified a number of tyres that were sitting on dealers' shelves and others that have already been replaced, so we're getting there. Mitas notified the authorities in each of their sales territories as part of their recall procedure, including the ACCC here in Australia. We have found them to be extremely helpful, and they are satisfied with the steps we are taking.

If you, or anyone you know, has fitted 19" E-07 front tyres within the last 2 years, PLEASE ask them to check whether they are the tubeless or tube type construction. If tubeless, they should stop using the tyre immediately and contact their dealer to arrange a replacement. Although Mitas have indicated that the problem is eliminated by using a tube (and we believe about half of these tyres would have been fitted with tubes), our concern is that a tyre could be taken off and find itself being re-used later without a tube. Therefore these tyres need to be destroyed.

We will gladly give you a brand new tyre in exchange for the destruction of your old one.

Again, please contact your dealer in the first instance, but if you have any problems or questions you can contact us directly on 1300 733 031.

[gsd4me]

I've been in contact with a couple of European riders`s who knew about the recall six weeks ago, Australia only gets advised one week ago. Wonder why it took so long? it's not like the notification had to come by ship.

[955616846]

Maybe it did...

[Beemerboff]

If it came by DHL's premium priced " Express Air " it almost certainly did!

[warewolf]

Originally Posted by gsd4me

I've been in contact with a couple of European riders`s who knew about the recall six weeks ago, Australia only gets advised one week ago. Wonder why it took so long?

I have no inside knowledge but I would not be surprised if it took that long to get the paperwork done. Australia can be one of the most bureaucratic countries in the planet.

[gsd4me]

Originally Posted by warewolf

I have no inside knowledge but I would not be surprised if it took that long to get the paperwork done. Australia can be one of the most bureaucratic countries in the planet.

Maybe a case of, "Don't worry about peoples lives, we have a bureaucracy to run".

[Wilson9068]

Originally Posted by Wizzabren

Bike shop recommended Mitas EO-9's ihave done 5000klms tar and dirt and they have notworn the paint off yet - can ya send me more of the paint.

Hi All,

Just bought a new to me 2010 XT660Z and I am planning a trip to Morocco. I want a tyre that is good for some road use and the gravel/dirt roads I will riding in Morocco. The MITAS EO-9's as recommended by Wizzabren looks a good choice? The tyre size for the XT660Z is 130/80 - 17 but this tyre looks a little wider? I cant quick make out the width in the photo on the tyre sidewall?

Has anyone gone wider than 130, perhaps MITAS dont do a wider tyre anyhow?

Any advice gratefully recieved.

[XRman]

Originally Posted by Wilson9068

Hi All,

Just bought a new to me 2010 XT660Z and I am planning a trip to Morocco. I want a tyre that is good for some road use and the gravel/dirt roads I will riding in Morocco. The MITAS EO-9's as recommended by Wizzabren looks a good choice? The tyre size for the XT660Z is 130/80 - 17 but this tyre looks a little wider? I cant quick make out the width in the photo on the tyre sidewall?

Has anyone gone wider than 130, perhaps MITAS dont do a wider tyre anyhow?

Any advice gratefully recieved.

Not a bad rear tyre , but don't use one on the front( not good in deep sand and I assume that would be expected in Morocco)

I have used a 130/80 by 18 on my DRZ400. My mates have them on DR650s with good results. They are a hard wearing tyre and you should expect 4-6000 km.

[Happy Snapper]

Originally Posted by motorcycletyres AU

The Czech tyre producer Mitas is voluntarily recalling 1,752 tubeless E-07 motorcycle tyres from the market. These tyres were sold to customers mostly in Europe. The tyre sizes subject to recall are:

110/80-19 M/C 59T E-07 TL MI
100/90-19 M/C 57T E-07 TL MI
110/80-19 M/C 59T E-07 DAKAR TL MI

Under extreme conditions the affected tyres can suddenly lose air pressure. Customers can determine whether their tyre is subject to recall by checking the brand name “MITAS”, tyre name “E-07,” inscription “tubeless” and DOT codes ranging from 0111 through to 4812, on the tyre sidewall. No other Mitas tyres are affected.

All customers are advised to contact the point of purchase to discuss options for replacement.


As the Australian distributor, I can tell you that just over 100 of these tyres were sold here. We never brought in the Dakar version, so we are only talking about the two sizes of regular E-07. Prior to June 2012, all of the 100/90-19 size we sold were tube-type (and are unaffected by the recall). From June onwards, we sold the tubeless version. The 110/80-19 has always been tubeless, and we first sold those in December 2011. Therefore, certainly in Australia, the recall affects ALL (and only) TUBELESS 19" E-07 that were sold here.

In 15 years of selling Mitas motorcycle, agricultural and industrial tyres, this is our first ever recall. It is unfortunate, but these things happen and we just want to get the suspect tyres off the streets and to keep riders safe and happy.

All of the dealers that bought these tyres have of course been notified, and we are in the process of speaking to each one of them to follow up. We've already identified a number of tyres that were sitting on dealers' shelves and others that have already been replaced, so we're getting there. Mitas notified the authorities in each of their sales territories as part of their recall procedure, including the ACCC here in Australia. We have found them to be extremely helpful, and they are satisfied with the steps we are taking.

If you, or anyone you know, has fitted 19" E-07 front tyres within the last 2 years, PLEASE ask them to check whether they are the tubeless or tube type construction. If tubeless, they should stop using the tyre immediately and contact their dealer to arrange a replacement. Although Mitas have indicated that the problem is eliminated by using a tube (and we believe about half of these tyres would have been fitted with tubes), our concern is that a tyre could be taken off and find itself being re-used later without a tube. Therefore these tyres need to be destroyed.

We will gladly give you a brand new tyre in exchange for the destruction of your old one.

Again, please contact your dealer in the first instance, but if you have any problems or questions you can contact us directly on 1300 733 031.

Shit... Just had a set fitted to the Super 10 here in Brisbane before XMAS!

Hope there are plenty of replacement tyres in stock folks!

[gsd4me]

Originally Posted by Happy Snapper

Shit... Just had a set fitted to the Super 10 here in Brisbane before XMAS!

Hope there are plenty of replacement tyres in stock folks!

Replacement stocks are not available ATM, but fit a tube in the front one and you will be OK....Mitas will pay for the tube, and replace the tyre when they become available.

[Happy Snapper]

Originally Posted by gsd4me

Replacement stocks are not available ATM, but fit a tube in the front one and you will be OK....Mitas will pay for the tube, and replace the tyre when they become available.

Will just change to a Heidenau front for the time being!