I also love the stiff sidewalls and I like the rest of the tyre, so much so that I bought another set , only thing I don`t like is the rim protection they offer
I didn't mind them either. Next time i need a set, I'll buy them if they are the cheapest of the premium brands. Personally, I'm a snob and would never put Falkens or the like on my zed. Before the tirade begins I'm sure they are as good as other brands but I just want my zed to have 'Michelins' or 'Pirelli's' etc