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I tried metzeler enduro 3 sahara as a change. It's been 11000 kms but the rear tire seems it can make it up to some 14000 km. Though pretty expensive, it is a relief for dual purpose riding. My scoring would be 8/10 for tarmac and 8/10 for dirt. Keep in mind that this is a +300 kg bike fully loaded and with the rider on. So, no tire will be perfect enough for dirt riding anyway. I think enduro3 is as good as it gets.
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Just finished scrubbing in my new Avon Distanzas on the KLE.

I can recommend these tyres to anyone looking to change from the OEM dunlops. I found nothing wrong with the handling of the dunlops but these feel more planted to me.

Im all geared up for my week in Scotland from the 30th, but will have to keep an eye on this oil refienery strike up there to see if it effects getting petrol. (panic buyers).

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Have a good week young man, you can enjoy all that Scotland offers without the B%*$y midges i may be changing me kle don't know yet, see how the pennys 'n' heart pan out
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I've had my KLE since for just on six months and I'll be due for a new rear tyre very soon (7500k on the original Dunlops). The front looks like it will run another 5000 so this time it will be just one for the rear. I have no complaints with these so far. Most of the riding is commuting so I have the dreaded flat spot in the middle.

I am thinking of going with the Michelin Anakee when I change both as I have read excellent reports on their performance. From what I have read the added cost will be repaid by the additional wear. One thing concerning me is that I think I read that the Anakee may be a tubeless tyre. I can't see it mentioned on their website. Is this correct?

Has anyone had experience with the Anakee on a KLE, or anything other bike?

Afterthought: What would happen with an Anakee on the rear and a Trailmax on the front?

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Hay!

I have Anakee on my KLE for cca 4000 km, before that I had original dunlop trailmax. I`m very satisfied with anakee tires, they have very good grip and they are also very good in rain. I drive mostly on tarmac.

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