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Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Front Tire
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Product Description
Metzeler Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Front Tire
  • 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
  • Model-specific and OEM replacement tires use a letter code after the tire size. Use the sizing information key to match your model with the correct tire code


OEM replacement and model-specific tires:

BMW
  • 120/70ZR-17 = F800ST,K1200RS (97-05)
  • 120/70ZR-17 C = K1200GT (06),
  • 120/70ZR-17 K = K1200R (05-07),R1200RT(05-06), R1200ST
  • 120/70ZR-17 U = K1200S (06)
Yamaha
  • 120/70ZR-17 G = FJR1300 (06)


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Customer Reviews
Average Rating -  Based on 73 Review(s)
Fit   4.8
Wet Traction   4.6

Stability   4.8
Features   5.0

Finish   4.8
Tread life   4.2

Cornering   4.8
Cost Benefit   5.0

Durability   4.8
Overall   4.7

Dry Traction   4.9
Latest Reviews
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Bob Escondido,  CA Outstanding Tire This is my 2nd for my 2006 Concours and obviously I can't say enough good stuff for this particular tire. I can't say that you will get the same life as I did, (18,000 miles) but then again most of my miles are on the freeway. I have its big brother on the back and it too is having a long life,(16,000 and still going) although it is wearing a bit square due to the freeways. Mind you I do on occasion ride the twisties but don't try to scrape my pegs. These tires will continue to be on my bike for as long as they continue to produce them.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   4.8
Bruce Somersworth,  NH Excellent Tire Huge improvement over the Bridgestone 21s that were on my FJR. Can't believe the difference in cornering, much more confidence inspiring, like driving a completely different bike. Haven't driven them in the rain as of yet.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.8
Dan Ikeler Phoenix,  AZ Roadtec Z6 rocks This is the best tire for Honda ST1300. Great cornering and grip. About 9-10K miles on tread (pretty good). My third Z6, never look back!
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Steve Mayer Shawnee,  KS Metzler Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Tires This is the second set of Z6 Roadtecs that I've owned. I have had outstanding success with this tire. The previous set was on the bike for over 9000 miles with tread still left and not into the wear indicators. They perform well on all road surfaces, wet or dry and have never let me down...Literally! I ride a lot in all kinds of weather and road conditions from local riding to long distance touring. These tires are the best value for the dollar spent. I ride a BMW R1100RT and have used other brands so I have a reference to compare to. You will not be disappointed with ANY Metzler tire. Simply the best. Why ride without them? Your life depends on it.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.8
Sean Wright Portland,  OR Z6 Roadtec front tire Ran the first one of these for 12k on a 05 ST1300. Great stick in both the rain and dry pavement.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Doc D Nashville,  TN Metzeler - Roadtec Z6 Sport Touring Front Great sport-touring tire. I have it on a Suzuki Bandit 1200S and it has been my favorite tire by far (I've tried Dunlop 205s and Michelin Pilot Sports). Handling is rock solid in all conditions (although I'm not too aggressive). I've been getting between 7,500–9,000 miles per tire.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   3.0
Overall   4.2
Brian San Diego,  CA Road huggers Bought a pair of these for my 93 Nighthawk 750. Warmed them up for about a hundred miles of easy riding then took them out on Hwy 94 in San Diego (a pretty fun ride for those who don't know) for some technical fun. Super stable in the twisties and good rolling action from side to side just by throwing my hips. Can't speak for the wet traction (Southern California and all) or the tread life (only have 500 miles on them) but so far I couldn't be happier. Way better than the Dunlop/Bridgestone combo that came on the bike. The back tire I got was a little wider than stock, but fits good and feels great.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Trevor M Fort Polk,  LA metz z6 Very good tire. Have not had much rain so can't say how good or not good that is, but is so very smooth, and rides great!
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Gary St Louis,  MO Best Sport Touring tires These are simply the best tires for a sport touring bike. Have used Michelins (PR2) and Dunlops (OEM) on my ST1300, and these are simply the best in terms of turn initiation and feedback. I get about 7000 miles on these.
Stability   4.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.4
serge s hampton,  VA Metzeler - Roadtec Z6 These tires are very quick and agile. They feel a little stiff on uneven roads, the little you give up is soft ride is compensated by the fact that you can hit a corner fast and hard and be confident that the tire will hold. My bike came with a pair of dunlops and often felt soft in the corners. Very satisfied with these tires, buy them you won't be sorry.
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