...I was probably just unlucky and got a crook tyre but I was dissapointed that Avon would not reply to any of my e-mails. I did not ask for a replacement or any sort of compensation I just wanted to let them know they may have had a production isssue on a run of tyres. It would have been nice just to get an apology and an assurance they would look into it....
The bolt holding the front # plate bracket worked loose and cut a groove 1/4" wide to the full depth of tread on a brand new AM26 on my cafe. Still on and still doing 100+mph three years on. Livin on the edge .
Whatever tyres you end up using get some good quality tubes for them. Personally I use Michelin tubes, stay away from any of the cheap brands.