Heidenau K60 - Page 20

AKtracks · 08-23-2010, 08:37 PM

... all the dealers, and the importer, would LOVE to have truck loads of these available to you. Unfortunately, regulation changes in Europe have not allowed Heidenau to keep pace with demand, especially considering that just after adding the N. American market they were hit with such obstructions.
All of we dealers are continuing to push the importer to get more, and he is certainly carrying it through to Heidenau.
Hopefully Heidenau, as a smaller manufacturer, will be able to leverage the winter lull and stockpile some inventory.
Hold tight folks, we're all working to get this distribution chain opened.

AK_Troyer · 08-23-2010, 11:48 PM

That's good to hear, especially from an in-state dealer.

AlanI · 08-24-2010, 02:10 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AKtracks

regulation changes in Europe have not allowed Heidenau to keep pace with demand

And have you an idea of what these changes entail exactly?

Damir · 08-24-2010, 05:04 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AlanI

And have you an idea of what these changes entail exactly?

Due to the European Union's ban on phthalates and related chemicals, Heidenau has been experiencing production problems with the 150-width of the K60 tires. They are working hard to resolve these issues, but as of this point we have no ETA as to when to expect new shipments of these sizes. Making a high quality product is not always easy, and problems can arise. We will be getting more of the other sizes of the K60: 90/90-21, 110/80-18, 100/90-19, 110/80 B 19, NEW 120/90-18, 140/80-17 and 140/80-18.

http://www.moto-amore.com/heidenau/index.html

Nictrolis · 08-24-2010, 06:34 AM

I don't think I've seen this question in here yet - for those of you who are using the Heidenau K60 in the 140/80-17, what size tube are you using? Since it's a 150/70-17 rim, I'm wondering if I should stick with a 150/70 tube?

ecce · 08-24-2010, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nictrolis

I don't think I've seen this question in here yet - for those of you who are using the Heidenau K60 in the 140/80-17, what size tube are you using? Since it's a 150/70-17 rim, I'm wondering if I should stick with a 150/70 tube?

Use the same tube. The tube is made to manage multiple tire widths.

EnderTheX · 08-24-2010, 05:48 PM

Hey guys, I really like the 140/80-17, this tire is awesome! It mounts really easy and is wearing nicely. I just got done doing a week in Colorado on hardcore mountain passes. This tire gripped the rocks and light mud well.

Here is an action shot:

JBruyet · 08-24-2010, 09:24 PM

[QUOTE=EnderTheX]Hey guys, I really like the 140/80-17, this tire is awesome! It mounts really easy and is wearing nicely. I just got done doing a week in Colorado on hardcore mountain passes. This tire gripped the rocks and light mud well.

Here is an action shot:

What action shot? Looks like your bike is sitting still.

Joe B

Firefight911 · 08-24-2010, 09:57 PM

Ender, please, tell me that wasn't your bike I saw in Cripple Creek? I looked around.

I, too, just got back from the same area. Engineer, Corkscrew, California, Hurricane, etc.

Over 3,000 mile trip from here near Placerville, CA to SLC, UT, to Steamboat Springs, CO, to Cripple Creek, CO, Pikes Peak, CO, then off to Ouray, CO.

Heidenau worked flawless no matter what I threw at it.

EnderTheX · 08-25-2010, 07:44 AM

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Originally Posted by 1bmwfan

Ender, please, tell me that wasn't your bike I saw in Cripple Creek? I looked around.

I, too, just got back from the same area. Engineer, Corkscrew, California, Hurricane, etc.

Over 3,000 mile trip from here near Placerville, CA to SLC, UT, to Steamboat Springs, CO, to Cripple Creek, CO, Pikes Peak, CO, then off to Ouray, CO.

Heidenau worked flawless no matter what I threw at it.

Nope, not me, we stayed close to silverton most of the time. Looks like lots of cool riding in the cripple creek area though. I really want to explore more out there.

OverlandHank · 08-26-2010, 09:52 AM

I just ordered a set of K60's about an hour ago and I already got an email that they shipped!

http://www.heindlengineering.com/Onl...enau_tires.htm

digdesign · 08-26-2010, 10:24 AM

140 rears right? ..just want to be sure I'm not missing out on some 150 stock.

Nictrolis · 08-26-2010, 10:58 AM

I also ordered a set from Heindl, with the 140 rear. Should be at home when I get there today - of course, my balancer won't be in until next week. I guess I can just drool on them for a few days.

OverlandHank · 08-26-2010, 11:29 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by digdesign

140 rears right? ..just want to be sure I'm not missing out on some 150 stock.

Yes, it's the 140 rear.

ecce · 08-26-2010, 12:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Nictrolis

I also ordered a set from Heindl, with the 140 rear. Should be at home when I get there today - of course, my balancer won't be in until next week. I guess I can just drool on them for a few days.

I bet you will do pretty well without the balancer as well. Especially if you put the colored dot on the tire next to the valve on the rim.

08-23-2010, 08:37 PM	#286
AKtracks Kilted Fükengrüver Joined: Jul 2008 Location: Fairbanks, Alaska Oddometer: 1,230	Trust me..... ... all the dealers, and the importer, would LOVE to have truck loads of these available to you. Unfortunately, regulation changes in Europe have not allowed Heidenau to keep pace with demand, especially considering that just after adding the N. American market they were hit with such obstructions. All of we dealers are continuing to push the importer to get more, and he is certainly carrying it through to Heidenau. Hopefully Heidenau, as a smaller manufacturer, will be able to leverage the winter lull and stockpile some inventory. Hold tight folks, we're all working to get this distribution chain opened. __________________ '07 R1200GS Adventure Cycleworks Providing support to the Adventure Touring Motorcyclist in Fairbanks, Alaska -

08-23-2010, 11:48 PM	#287
AK_Troyer Not AKTroy Joined: May 2010 Location: Girdwood Oddometer: 142	That's good to hear, especially from an in-state dealer. __________________ '10 F800GS

08-24-2010, 09:57 PM	#294
Firefight911 Studly Adventurer Joined: Apr 2007 Location: Folsom, CA Oddometer: 998	Ender, please, tell me that wasn't your bike I saw in Cripple Creek? I looked around. I, too, just got back from the same area. Engineer, Corkscrew, California, Hurricane, etc. Over 3,000 mile trip from here near Placerville, CA to SLC, UT, to Steamboat Springs, CO, to Cripple Creek, CO, Pikes Peak, CO, then off to Ouray, CO. Heidenau worked flawless no matter what I threw at it. __________________ Ride Safe, Ride Often, RIDE!!!!

08-26-2010, 09:52 AM	#296
OverlandHank Loves to Farkel Joined: Jun 2010 Location: Frederick, MD Oddometer: 59	I just ordered a set of K60's about an hour ago and I already got an email that they shipped! http://www.heindlengineering.com/Onl...enau_tires.htm __________________ 2010 BMW F800GS 2009 Suzuki DL650 Vstrom 2004 Honda VT750 Aero

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08-24-2010, 06:34 AM	#290
Nictrolis Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2010 Location: Dedham, MA Oddometer: 202	I don't think I've seen this question in here yet - for those of you who are using the Heidenau K60 in the 140/80-17, what size tube are you using? Since it's a 150/70-17 rim, I'm wondering if I should stick with a 150/70 tube?

08-24-2010, 05:48 PM	#292
EnderTheX Drunken Squirrel Joined: Mar 2009 Location: DFW Area, TX Oddometer: 2,587	Hey guys, I really like the 140/80-17, this tire is awesome! It mounts really easy and is wearing nicely. I just got done doing a week in Colorado on hardcore mountain passes. This tire gripped the rocks and light mud well. Here is an action shot:

08-24-2010, 09:24 PM	#293
JBruyet Mountain chaser Joined: Dec 2008 Location: North Central Washington Oddometer: 61	[QUOTE=EnderTheX]Hey guys, I really like the 140/80-17, this tire is awesome! It mounts really easy and is wearing nicely. I just got done doing a week in Colorado on hardcore mountain passes. This tire gripped the rocks and light mud well. Here is an action shot: What action shot? Looks like your bike is sitting still. Joe B

08-26-2010, 10:24 AM	#297
digdesign Hack Joined: Jun 2010 Location: Boston Oddometer: 151	140 rears right? ..just want to be sure I'm not missing out on some 150 stock.

08-26-2010, 10:58 AM	#298
Nictrolis Gnarly Adventurer Joined: May 2010 Location: Dedham, MA Oddometer: 202	I also ordered a set from Heindl, with the 140 rear. Should be at home when I get there today - of course, my balancer won't be in until next week. I guess I can just drool on them for a few days.