Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Tire - 200/60ZR17 M/C (80W) TL
$390.99
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, part number dun45247190, is engineered for high-performance track days while remaining street legal. Designed with over four years of development, this fifth-generation tire is an evolution of the popular Q4 and MotoAmerica race tires, integrating advanced technology to deliver exceptional grip and handling. Its radial, directional construction ensures stability and responsiveness, making it an ideal choice for sport and sport-touring motorcycles. The tire's tubeless design simplifies installation and maintenance, providing a seamless experience for riders seeking race-inspired performance on the street.
This model features Dunlop's innovative Jointless Tread (JLT) technology, which employs a continuously wound strip to optimize compound placement for enhanced stability, flex, and grip. The improved compound utilizes Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology, creating more bonding points with polymers and improving heat distribution for consistent performance. The Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) offers ultra-linear and responsive steering, increasing contact patch and rider confidence during aggressive maneuvers. Its optimized tread pattern and profile enable quicker warm-up times and superior wet weather performance, ensuring reliable grip in various conditions.
The taller, narrower profile of the Q5 enhances turn-in feel and overall handling, while the increased footprint at the camber further improves stability and control. Designed for 17-inch wheels and a tire width of 200 millimeters, this rear tire boasts a load index of 80 and a speed rating of W, capable of handling high speeds with excellent durability. Whether you're pushing your bike on the track or enjoying spirited street rides, the Dunlop Sportmax Q5 offers a perfect balance of race-level technology and street-ready performance, making it a top choice for serious riders.
Features:
- Jointless Tread (JLT) technology for optimized stability, flex, and grip
- Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology for improved heat distribution and bonding
- Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) for ultra-linear steering and increased contact patch
- Excellent wet and dry grip with user-friendly design for track day performance
- Optimized tread pattern for quick warm-up and reliable wet weather handling
- Taller, narrower profile for enhanced turn-in and feel with increased footprint at camber
- Radial, directional, tubeless construction for durability and stability