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How long should the stock conti's last?

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Old 10-05-2005, 02:08 PM
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How long should the stock conti's last?
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Longer.


Got 17 out of mine, one event, a lot of hard driving..but I was on metal when I swapped.


I'd say, according to recommended wear, 8-15k depending on use.
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Dont let em last. Through them away. no good
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Throw them away even. ;-)
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I'm at 20k with at least 50% left. Mostly highway though...
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In a normal mix of town and highway, mine were shot at 15K
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I am at 15500 now..i would say have about 4000 left.
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So far mine are at 28000 miles. Nice easy driving.
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20k for me. New Pirelli P-Zero Nero M+S are fantastic. So much better than the Contis.


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