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Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Rear Tire
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Product Description
  • General Replacement Tire
  • CMT (Contour Modeling Technology) combines different profiles to optimize handling at all lean angles
  • Patented 0° steel belt technology provides stiffer carcass for perfect balance of performance for one and two-up riding, minimized stand-up behavior under mid-corner braking situations
  • Up to 20% dry grip improvement (over the ME Z4) thanks to FCM (Finite Carbon Matrix), a new carbon black compound structure
  • Unmatched tread life thanks to the combination of carcass, compound and tread design to provide you with a totally balanced performance during the entire life of the tire
  • W-rated for speeds up to 168 mph


OEM replacement and suggested model-specific tires:

    BMW
    • 180/55ZR-17 C = K1200R (05-06),K1200RS (97-05), R1200RT(05-06), R1200ST
    • 180/55ZR-17 K = K1200GT (06),
    • 190/50ZR-17 U = K1200S (06)
    Yamaha
    • 185/55ZR-17 C = FJR1300 (06)


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Customer Reviews
Average Rating -  Based on 39 Review(s)
Fit   4.7
Durability   4.8

Stability   4.8
Wet Traction   4.1

Finish   4.4
Features   4.9

Cornering   4.6
Recommend   5.0

Quality   5.0
Tread life   4.0

Dry Traction   4.7
Cost Benefit   4.9

Installation   4.8
Overall   4.6
Latest Reviews
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Peter M. Fair Lawn,  NJ Even I noticed a difference ... I have several thousand miles on this tire and its holding up very well. I noticed a fantastic ride smoothness increase over the OEM rear on my 599. I'm still a beginner rider, have only 21k miles under my belt and don't have a terrible amount of wet riding time but even I noticed a difference! I have about ½ inch chicken strip either side and the rear has always been rock solid. I just ordered a new Roadtec Z6 for the front and have high expectations.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   3.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   4.2
Bill Putman Brentwood,  CA Metzeler tires for the Rune motorcycle The Metzeler tires provide greater tread life than the OEM Dunlop tires for the Honda Rune, a big plus. I haven't ridden in the rain, so no experience in that environment. I do feel some slide on the rear tire in the twisties. I would like to see the Motorcycle Superstore carry more selection in the Continental tire brand, in particular, the Road Attack model.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   3.0
Overall   4.6
T. King Newport News,  VA Metzeler - Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Rear Tire With 10 of running the Z4's, I've found the Z6's to be a great improvement. It's been a long time sense I've enjoyed handling and performance this much. The bike feels almost like new again.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   4.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.2
COX APO,  AE Great Tire I am happy with the tire so far. I went on a 600 mile trek with a friend to break in the tire. Cornered well and I was able to stop quickly (crazy drivers) I have not had a chance to see what it does in the rain. The wear so far is good. It doesn’t look like I drove much on it after the 600 miles (compared to my friends tire).
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   3.0
Overall   4.6
shawn king,  NC Tested on the Dragon I got this tire on my Concours 14 and the next week headed out on a 4 day trip to Deals Gap. It rained on us the first two days and the tire handled great. Never noticed any problems. The third day we went to Deals Gap. Rode the Gap 4-5 times all out. I pushed my bike as hard as I could and the tire never waivered. From hard braking entries to heavy throttle exits the tire held perfectly. Never even showed any signs of stress on the tread. I'VE ONLY PUT ABOUT 1000 MILES ON THEM SO FAR SO I DON'T KNOW WHAT TOTAL TREADWEAR WILL BE SO I POSTED A 3 FOR TRAEADLIFE.I will be changing my front tire to a Z6 as well. The Battlax's just wear out too fast. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!!
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Eric Hankla Albuquerque,  NM Metzler RoadTec Z6 This was the original tire on my 2006 Yamaha SJR 1300. I got nearly 10000 miles on the front and rear, more than most people are on some of the other tires for this bike. The handling is excellent, feels very stable and predictable in both wet and dry conditions.
Stability   3.0
Cornering   3.0
Dry Traction   3.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   3.2
Blake Jones Gillette,  WY Tire not bad tire. Great for commuting in all conditions
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Brian Parkton,  MD Metzeler Z6 I replaced the original tires on my '99 VFR with these and what a difference. I don't know if it's because the original tires were shot or if these tires are that good. The ride is ultra smooth, cornering and traction are great, and the bike rolls from side to side so easily. I've only put a few miles on them so I can't report on tread life. If the tread holds up, I'll definitely but them again.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.6
David Collingwood,  MI 15,000 life span Great tire for Sport touring. 15,000 is max mileage with reasonable riding habits. 16,000 show steels cords, not good. Great tires for a beemer and great price at MSS.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   4.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   4.8
Pat Trimble San Diego,  CA A must for high mileage sport touring I bought a set of these last summer for a trip from Indiana to Maine. My Buell Cyclone has so much torque it eats most sport touring tires in about 2500 miles (sport bike tires get little more than half that). My Z-6 rear is still usable after about 6000 miles and is just starting to show its wear. The down side of all this durability is weight. If you are replacing sport tires with these you will feel the difference. If all you do is weekend day trips to Deal's Gap you may not like these tires, but if you think a 2700 mile road-trip is a great way to spend a week off, I think you will be satisfied.
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