Pirelli Scorpion Trail II could be a good option for a touring all or mostly all tarmac tire for the big adventure bikes.

Scorpion Trail II - Motorcycle tyre | Pirelli

 

Folks this africa twin of mine ( adventure sport CRF1100 January 2021 ) will not be going off road nor any form of green laning

day trips and touring on tarmac


So what types of tyres should I buy ie not nobbly or heavy tread types as they, to me, are semi off road

Any input would be great


Wheels are gold spoked type by the way


Cheers for any feedback !!!

Hi Richard
I own the 2020 ATAS ES model.
After around 11 500kms I decided to change my tires, as the OEM Bridgestone Battlax (which was a 80/20 tire) was flat on top due to all my touring (straight riding).
I decided to replace them with the Metzeler Tourance Next tires (which are a 90/10 tire), as I have always liked Metzeler tires.

However, the was a problem with the front Metzeler, which gave me steering wobble at speeds from 50 to 70km/hr.

After trying all sorts of re-fitting & re-balancing, I was finally able to exchange them.
Long story short, I exchanged the Metzelers for the Bridgestone Battlax A41 (which is also a 90/10 tire).

My personal opinion:
The Bridgestone A41's warms up quicker than the Metzeler.
The A41's feel to me as if the absorb road vibration better. (Hardly any vibration through to the steering)
The A41's grip pretty darn good. After the first 30kms or so, I road my bike like i always do. Not once so far have I felt "uncertain` going into a turn.
I've always liked Metzeler. But for the Africa Twin, I would definitely recommend the Bridgestone A41 tires (if you're looking for a 90/10 tire).
That's just my 5c...

 

Surprisingly, I have to agree with @Richard regarding the A41. For the tarmac, they exceeded my expectations.

Keep in mind, the "10" in the 90/10 A41 means practically nothing offroad. So if you go offroad on the A41s, use a load of caution.

 

The Bridgestone Battlax A41 are very good for the black top. Last week i got a flat on the rear. Externally I couldnt see why. Apon inspection it was what looked like a humble office type staple that pierced tyre and tube, somehow. So the A41's went down a couple of notches in my book.

You dont have to look to far. On a previous bike Ive had the Avon Trailrider radial and Trekrider, both great on-road. Heat up quickly and give good feedback.
Made for your roads.