I have a 2006 1100cc honda shadow spirit, and I can still see the tread on the rear tire but it is getting faint I have about 6000 miles on it. How much will the tires cost me to have them installed by a dealer
You should replace them when you get to the tread wear marks, or before.
Shop around. Prices will vary widely. It all depends on who gets away with what.
Example #1: Bought 2 tires, brought rims only in.
Honda dealer charged shop
Demonstrate types of tire wear that indicates when to change your motorcycle tires.
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In this instruction video I change a motorcyle tyre by hand. No hydraulic presses are used. Just plain old fashion labor.
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