Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Tire - 180/60ZR17 M/C (75W) TL
$296.99
The fifth generation Sportmax Q5 is a purpose-built, track-day tire that's been in the making for over 4 years. An evolution of the popular Sportmax Q4 and MotoAmerica road race tires, the Q5 features the best, cutting edge technologies. Taking all of the excellent performance features of a track tire, yet keeping it street legal.
- Jointless Tread (JLT) technology allows for a continuously wound strip to optimize placement of the compound in specific areas of the tire for optimal stability, flex and grip
- Improved compound features Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology, creating more bonding points with polymers and improving heat distribution throughout
- Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) for ultra-linear and responsive steering with increased contact patch
- User-friendly design offers track day performance, with excellent grip in both wet and dry conditions
- Optimized tread pattern and position to aid in quicker warm-up time and wet weather performance
- Taller, narrower profile to aid with turn-in and feel, with increased footprint at camber
- Enhanced construction, profile, compound and tread pattern
The Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Tire is designed for serious track-day enthusiasts and high-performance street riders seeking top-tier grip and stability. Developed over four years with advanced technologies, this tire combines racing-inspired performance with street legality, making it ideal for sport and sport touring motorcycles. Its radial construction and directional tread pattern ensure precise handling and optimal contact with the road in various conditions, including wet and dry surfaces. The tire's taller, narrower profile enhances turn-in response and rider feedback, providing confidence at high speeds and aggressive cornering.
The Q5 features Dunlop's innovative Jointless Tread (JLT) technology, which creates a continuously wound strip that optimizes compound placement for maximum stability, flexibility, and grip. The improved compound incorporates Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology, offering better heat distribution and stronger bonding points with polymers. These enhancements translate into consistent performance and durability during intense riding sessions. The tire's intuitive response profile (IRP) offers ultra-linear steering and increased contact patch, allowing for quick, responsive maneuvers.
Designed for quick warm-up and excellent wet weather performance, the optimized tread pattern improves traction across different conditions. Its 17-inch wheel diameter and 180mm width provide a substantial footprint for confident handling, while the tubeless design simplifies installation and maintenance. With a load index of 75 and a speed rating of W, the Dunlop Sportmax Q5 rear tire is engineered to meet demanding performance standards, making it an excellent choice for riders seeking race-level performance on the street.
Features:
- Jointless Tread (JLT) technology for optimized stability, flex, and grip
- Improved compound with Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology for better heat distribution and bonding
- Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) for ultra-linear and responsive steering
- Excellent wet and dry grip with a user-friendly design
- Optimized tread pattern for quick warm-up and wet weather performance
- Tall, narrower profile for enhanced turn-in and rider feedback
- Radial construction with a directional tread pattern for precise handling
- Tubeless design for ease of installation and maintenance
- Suitable for sport and sport touring motorcycles with 17-inch rear wheels