My first set of 60-seres tires only lasted 8,000 miles. I would like to get at least 12,000 miles per set. What do you think of those tall skinny rear 70-series tires? Anyone using them? Like 'em? Hate 'em? Benefits and drawbacks? I mostly commute to work and ride 2-up on the weekends. I do pull...

What kind of mileage is everybody getting on their tires? The original Bridgestone when I bought the wing ran 11k on the rear but the front looked fine. I ran it to 18k and the rubber was thin but the wearbar never did hit the 'replacement' line. The tech told me usual mileage is 'between 6...