After running two sets of Michelin Gold on my '07, I switched to Bridgestone Hoop. Rear tire is wider at 160/60/14. I did like the way they handled very much. Don't know about how they wear as I sold the '07 and purchased an '09. It has Kenda.
Maxxis are too sticky to survive hot Texas asphalt. I have heard they are good in the rain. Usually rain or snow tires will not last very long on hot Texas roads.
