Matthew Casey, CA wrote on: 10/31/2011
2000 BMW K1200LTC
Last year as I was preparing to do the Run For The Wall I put a new set of Ultra Storm 2’s on my LT They took me from LA to DC and back and stil looked great, never had any problems and after some 10,000 miles I got another set. Used them hard and enjoyed them in any weather. Just asked if they make some for my new K1600GTL but the said it could be a year, I hope not as I realy liked them.
Brian Hooker, MO wrote on: 08/29/2011
2006 Triumph Speed Triple
Pure confidence. That’s what I have with my Avon Storm 2 Ultra tires. They have the ever-predictable grip from edge to edge, wet or dry, that every other tire on the market strives for. I also manage to get 30% more miles from them as well somehow, which is always nice! This is an awesome all around tire that is as at home in the twisties as it is on the highways, and is the best wet tire I’ve ever tried.
Frank Morton, OR wrote on: 08/08/2011
2007 Harley Davidson FXSTD Deuce
I’ve been searching for the right tire for this bike for 26,000 miles, and finally found it in the combination of the Storm II Ultra on the rear and the 90/90-21 Venom up front. Awesome combination. Love these tires. The handling has improved tremendously, and I could not be happier. Thanks Avon.
Tim Marsh, CA wrote on: 07/05/2011
2006 Ducati 749
Bought my Duck new. The only set of replacement tires I’ve purchased were Avon Storms, about 8,000 miles ago. There is still plenty of tread on them. PLENTY. Rode the 30-miles from my home in the Mojave Desert of So.Cal. to Victorville 4th of July for Speedway bike races. Suffered a true summer flash flood half-way through the show. Had to cross no less than THREE instant streams at least a foot deep just to get out of the Fairgrounds!. A little careful riding, and I made it home uneventfully. Thanks Avon: once again, you saved my bacon!
Joe Dawes, SC wrote on: 06/29/2011
2007 Benelli Cafe Racer 1130
The Storm Ultra is an extremely competent tire. Grip, comfort and mileage are paramount. When the Q2 set needed replacing on the Benelli, Avon was my choice. You cannot go wrong with the Storm Ultra. Avon tires are on my Guzzi Mille GT and Sport 1100 for a reason-they are exceptionally good in all weather and give better mileage.
Grant Norman, WV wrote on: 06/08/2011
2006/2008/2009/2008 Yamaha/Suzuki/Yamaha/KTM FZ1/Hayabusa/R1/Super Duke
4 Bikes…8 Avon Storm 2 Ultras…I’ve tried many tires, several have been very good – but none have given me the performance and mileage of the Storms…5th bike in the shadows (C14) will soon also have Storms! Keep up the great work and I’ll keep ‘em on the twisties!
Ma O’Grady, West Midlands wrote on: 06/02/2011
2005 Suzuki Hayabusa
After spending 3900 miles on my Hayabusa, I have to say what a great tyre the Storm 2 Ultra is. Wet or dry the grip is fantastic. Turn-in and warm up times are so much better than the Angels I previously had fitted. I have not ridden on a bike shod with Avon’s since the 80’s, but since having spent the last few thousand miles on them I would (and do) recommend them to all my friends.
Keep up the good work
I hope to see your trade stand at the Indianapolis Moto GP this year:-)
Cheers!
Michael Dionne, FL wrote on: 03/27/2011
2000 Kawasaki Concours
I am an Avon tire lover and these are the only tires I use. I recommend Avons to my friends on the forums all the time. They grip very well in wet and dry weather.
Luc Bertin, Ontario wrote on: 11/27/2010
1997 Kawasaki ZX11D5
These are the grippiest tyres that I have ever ridden on period! The day I got them, there was thunder, lightning, and pouring rain. I rode with total confidence while riding on highway 401. Even on the winding roads, my wife had a hard time keeping up with me in her car.
Dave Weicker, Ontario wrote on: 11/19/2010
2002 Kawasaki 749 Mean Streak
I just pulled a set of Storms off my bike. After a year and a half and about 10,000 KM’s there’s still plenty of life left. However, new chrome rims shout out for new “shoes”. Bring on the Storm 2 Ultras! Thanks for the great tire. Avon.
Brian Hatcher, WA wrote on: 11/15/2010
2009 Suzuki GSXR 1300 Hayabusa
After some of my racer friends were done laughing at me for putting the Storm 2 ultra’s on my Hayabusa, they were ordering their own sets. They grip, even in the wet and wear better than the tires they were using. Dual compound and a reasonable price, they were sold. I have been an Avon fan for years, now they know why.
Tim Marsh, CA wrote on: 11/11/2010
2006 Ducati 749 SuperBike
For fun, I like to crew for the ultimate short-track race car: supermodifieds. In ‘08, I was about to embark on the 4-1/2 hour drive from Barstow to Madera, CA., where the race was. My truck would have none of it, though, as the alternator went south on me. So, I had to ride my extreme-riding position Italian sport-bike. Yeah, I made the race in plenty of style, if not comfort. But at least, like everywhere I go, my Avon Storms got me there and back without a problem.
Bob Todt, NY wrote on: 09/26/2010
1999 BMW K200LT
I’ve been running the Venom s on my Harley’s for 10 years. From the first set I put on, I was sold. Instead of fighting through corners, just a little push on the bars and you’re through. I recently bought a 1999 BMW K1200LT, came with Metzeler tires. They felt good and the bike handled great, as I’ve heard they do. But I just put on the Storm 2 Ultra tires, and WOW! When cornering, it seems as if you just think about the corner, and you’re through it. Even seems more sure footed in parking lots. Thanks for the great products.
Eric Burcham, TX wrote on: 09/15/2010
2005 BMW K1200S
I have struggled for years finding a tire that can do track days and last more than a trivial number of miles. I have been riding on my Avon Storm 2 Ultras now for over 5,000 and just finished my 3rd track day on the set. I can ride them pretty hard, and tour on them as well. Just wonderful tires overall… great turn in, responsive, grippy enough for practice sessions, and they just roll, roll, and roll! If you are a very aggressive sport-touring rider or a medium to conservative sport rider, then THE AVON STORM 2 ULTRA IS YOUR TIRE!
Ross Weitzner, OH wrote on: 08/30/2010
2006 Honda CBR1000RR
It was more than a little surprising when I showed up on a superbike with sport touring tires to the race track. I know that’s not this tire’s usual environment, but it did not disappoint. Thanks!
Jay Lalonde, ONT wrote on: 08/26/2010
Honda 2006 ST1100
I would like to update you on the 1st set of Avon Ultra II Storms that I ever purchased. 20,000kms & still going, I rode thru Snow, Rain, and the tires never let me down.
Keep up the good work.
Also, I converted one of my riding buddies from Michelin tires to Avon Storms ( Honda VFR) he also loves them.
Metzeler & Michelin just loss big time.
Mick Hoey, Denmark wrote on: 07/29/2010
Honda 1996 VFR750
I have been extremely pleased with the performance of the Avon Storm 2 Ultra tyres. Never seen such a long lasting tyre before and still with an amazing grip. They have and are still doing an amazing job for me during my journey. I look forward to see how many kilometers I can get out of my newly fitted Avon ST 2 Ultra in Cape Town. I bet I can get it to last more than 20.000 km in South America. http://www.mhoey.eu/
Bill Wahl, WA wrote on: 07/08/2010
2002 Ducati ST-4s
I would like to give you a report on a rear Storm 2 tire I put on the yellow Ducati for a spring trip to Ouray CO. It did very good duty carrying a lot of weight with Urs and I. You folks have gotten the right mixture with this tire for sports touring. We rode in rain, sun, and wind. It held up well even with the nasty road surfaces in northern Oregon. We were carrying 42 pounds pressure. It has squared off just a little bit but looks good to go for many miles. We did about 4,000 miles on this trip generally in the 80 mile per hour range.
David Cyna, ONT wrote on: 05/11/2010
2008 Suzuki B-King
I put on the Storms about two weeks ago. They seem to warm up quickly, hold well in the corners, are very predictable and don’t chatter around corners like some of my other tires did. They also seem very good in the rain. I had no problem accelerating to pass other vehicles in the rain at all, they held the road very well. So far, pretty impressed! I will definately be recommending them to my customers at the SUZUKI OF NEWMARKET bike dealership I work at!
Brian Rathjen, NJ wrote on: 02/04/2010
BMW R1150R
We have been running a set of Avon Storm-ST Tires on our BMW R1150R and after nearly 10,000 miles we found these tires to be a great investment. Handling-wise we found the Avon Storm-ST Tires to be a superior piece of rubber, add into that the great rain ability with the high mileage and you come up with one of the most serious sport touring tires available in the market today. Editor Backroads Magazine
del west, alt wrote on: 12/19/2009
moto guzzi 1200 norge
LOVE THE HANDLING RAIN EXELLENT WAITING FOR STORM 2 ULTRA HOPE IT EXCELLS THE 12% @ DOES NOT COST MORE HA HA TKS FOR THE OPP TOCONTRIBUTE LATER DEL @MERRY XMAS @HAPPY NEW YEAR
Steven T. Botta, IL. wrote on: 07/30/2009
Kawasaki Concours ZG1000
I just put my Avon’s (Storm front and Azaro rear) on my 1987 Kawasaki Concours ZG1000. My 22 year old bike now feels brand new! They grip so well I was able to go out and get my knee down for the first time on my first ride. My Avon’s give me a lot of confidence in my 700+ pound bike, they hold your cornering line great. Here’s a video of me getting my knee down with my new tires. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YoweksIXiu0
Neil Johnson, BC wrote on: 11/19/2008
Ducati Multistrada
With the shocking natural beauty of a complex coast, the road traces Cape Breton’s rugged coastline overlooking the Gulf of Saint Lawrence. The trail doesn’t follow John Cabot’s explorations however. Cabot landed in Atlantic Canada in 1497, likely in Newfoundland. Faced with the cliffs, the changes of elevation, the elaborate scrollwork of a coastline, Cabot’s voyages never involve almost mistakenly dragging a knee in textile gear. Likely there was no in-helmet laughter or thanking the gods of silica for the Avon Storm’s tenacious grip even as the skies let loose and roads go from damp to wet. Courtesy of www.onewheeldrive.net
Hyung Lee, ca wrote on: 11/05/2008
Yamaha Warrior
These tires have taken me everywhere! With over 12k mile on them, i could not believe my odometer when it was time for another set. Excellent for all the canyon riding and everyday commute, definitely the tires that have given me the confidence to take my cruiser when my adventure goes.
Mark Rooney, NY wrote on: 05/13/2008
Suzuki Hayabusa
I have put storms on my Busa love them bike, handles like its got glue on the road. I also have on my Yamaha and have attached some pics of them on both bikes
Tim Chapman, CO wrote on: 04/07/2008
Yamaha ‘06 FJR1300A
With the promise of improved all-weather grip, high-mileage, and sport bike like handling, I had high expectations! A resident of CO, I enjoy carving the canyons of the Rocky Mountain Range. After 1500 miles, I’m very impressed. I can only describe the ride as plush. Riding aggressively, they handle as well as any tire. I have yet to ride in the rain, however they provide a feeling of confidence on all surfaces ridden thus far. There are no noticeable signs of wear. If you are looking for a high-mileage tire to deliver a stable, agile ride, check out the Storms.
Thomas Purvis, GA wrote on: 04/02/2008
Kawasaki ZX 14
Recently I was caught in a severe thunderstorm in Florida. The storm was so severe that I could barely make out the shoulder of the road. It was too dangerous to try to pull over. The only choice I had was to continue riding through the storm. The Storm tires never once hydroplaned even with the enormous amount of rain that was falling. As odd as it may sound, they tires performed as if the road were dry. They are SUPERB tires and I am confident in their ability to keep me in control of my bike at all times
Charles Hudson, NM wrote on: 03/26/2008
Ducati ST2
I put Storms on at 8300 miles. I ride the bike – 60 mile round trip 5 days a week on I40 with weekend runs through NM’s mountains unless it is snowing! Rain or Sun the Storms never slipped, lost grip or anything they weren’t supposed to do. With Temps from 100 to -15 deg the tires performed as designed. My Duc just hit 17000 miles and wear bars have appeared . Needless to say another Storm for the rear is being ordered. Thanks for such a great tire. Enclosed are my two favorite ladies. My wife and my Ducati.
Gary Eagan, UT wrote on: 01/10/2008
Ducati Multistrada
Regarding the front Storm, it is such a good and responsive tyre that when I put it on my ST 4S for the first time it revealed a shot front end on the bike, which of course I wrongly attributed to the tyre’s profile, not my equipment. As soon as I rode it on the Multistrada, then thunk ’bout it fer a spell, I quickly realized the ST front was shot. Had it tuned up and golly oh gee…..the front tyre were all the sudden great;-)