About This Guide
This guide collects what Michelin and Dunlop say about touring motorcycle tires: load index and load capacity, speed rating, pressure for loaded riding, and tire age. We have no official source for mileage or wet grip comparisons between makers.
Key Characteristics of Touring Tires
Touring tires are a masterful blend of technologies designed for long-distance riding.
Tread Life & Mileage
We have no official source for mileage or compound comparisons between makers, so this guide does not make them. Check the tire maker's own specification.
Comfort & Stability
Michelin says bias-belted tires are more suitable for heavy motorcycles and that radial tires provide greater comfort at high speeds through soft sidewalls. The construction must match what the motorcycle manufacturer specifies (Michelin).
All-Weather Performance
We have no official source comparing wet-weather performance across tires, so this guide does not make claims. Michelin says to replace motorcycle tires 10 years after manufacture regardless of tread condition and to have them inspected annually after five years of use.
Load Capacity
Michelin says the load index must meet or exceed the load specification for your motorcycle, including rider, passenger and luggage. Dunlop says the total weight of luggage, equipment and riders must never exceed the vehicle load capacity in the owner's manual, and that load-carrying capability is reduced by underinflation.
Sizing Your Touring Tires
While specific touring tire models are crucial, ensuring correct sizing is fundamental. Use our calculator to understand the dimensions of your current or potential new tires.
Important Considerations
Enjoy the ride with tires designed for your touring bike's unique demands!
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