AMSDual-SportAdventure

M2 Evil

A durability-first all-terrain tire built for riders who split time between pavement and the unpaved unknown — without sacrificing street manners.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Dual-Sport · Utility Value

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BrandAMS

TypeDual-Sport / Adventure

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes17

Non-directional tread pattern inspired by truck/UTV design delivers predictable, stable handling whether you're on asphalt, gravel, or packed dirt

Reinforced shoulder and sidewall construction shrugs off punctures and abrasion on rocky trails and deteriorating road surfaces

Natural rubber compound engineered for long service life and consistent grip across a wide range of riding temperatures

Lightweight carcass keeps unsprung weight in check, improving steering response over heavier utility-class alternatives

Seventeen size options across 12", 14", and 15" wheel diameters mean broad fitment for sport quads, adventure rigs, and utility machines alike

Optimized tread void ratio keeps highway drone to a minimum while still channeling away water and loose debris

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Select Size

Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

Built for mixed-surface riders who prioritize longevity and puncture resistance over outright grip — a practical, versatile choice for real-world miles.

Performance

Dry Grip7.2

Wet Grip6.8

Street Manners7.6

Track Capability5.9

Mileage8.4

Value8.1

Best For

Adventure Commuter

You're out there every day — cracked asphalt, gravel driveways, the occasional dirt shortcut. You need a tire that handles it all without complaining and keeps going long after softer compounds give up. The M2 Evil's natural rubber compound and reinforced sidewalls were built for your reality.

Perfect Match

Weekend Sport Rider

Canyon carving on weekends, chasing lean angles, maybe the occasional track day — that's your world. The M2 Evil's harder compound and mixed-terrain focus won't give you the outright feedback and edge grip you're after when the pace picks up.

Consider Avon 3D Supersport

Utility-Sport Crossover

Half your miles are on pavement, the other half are wherever the road stops. You need a tire that transitions without drama — one that's equally at home on a canyon road and a fire trail. The M2 Evil's versatility and resilience make it a natural fit for that kind of riding.

Great Match

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	25x8R12	—	0320-1377	12003611	—	$125.04$146.95Save $22
Front	26x9R12	—	0320-1379	12043611	—	$161.84$189.95Save $28
Front	26x9R14	—	0320-1383	14113611	—	$165.06$193.95Save $29
Front	27x9R12	—	0320-1381	12083611	—	$159.31$186.95Save $28
Front	27x9R14	—	0320-1385	14143611	—	$174.56$204.95Save $30
Rear	25x10R12	—	0320-1378	12023611	—	$151.29$177.95Save $27
Rear	26x11R12	—	0320-1380	12063611	—	$183.77$215.95Save $32
Rear	26x11R14	—	0320-1384	14133611	—	$181.36$212.95Save $32
Rear	27x11R12	—	0320-1382	12163611	—	$180.25$211.95Save $32
Rear	27x11R14	—	0320-1386	14163611	—	$197.60$231.95Save $34
RearOOS	28x10R14	—	0320-1200	1418361	—	$204.17$228.95Save $25
Rear	30x10R14	—	0320-1388	14203611	—	$213.84$250.95Save $37
Rear	30x10R15	—	0320-1390	15203611	—	$218.96$256.95Save $38
Rear	32x10R14	—	0320-1389	14223611	—	$230.71$270.95Save $40
Rear	32x10R15	—	0320-1391	15223611	—	$233.47$273.95Save $40
Rear	34x10R15	—	0320-1392	15343611	—	$254.66$298.95Save $44
RearOOS	35x10R15	—	0320-1540	15353611	—	$302.28$354.95Save $53

Frequently Asked

The non-directional tread pattern moves water out of the contact patch well enough for real-world street and mixed-terrain riding. It's a competent wet-weather performer, but it's not engineered with the specialized rain compounds you'd find in a premium sport tire. Ride within your limits when it's pouring, and it'll take care of you — just don't expect sport-tire wet-lap performance.

That natural rubber compound is doing real work here — most riders in mixed riding conditions land in the 4,000–6,000 mile range, which is a meaningful step up from softer sport compounds. Hard chargers and riders tackling abrasive surfaces will land toward the lower end, but if longevity matters to you, the M2 Evil will outlast most performance-focused alternatives.

It'll get around the track, but it's not the right tool for that job. The compound and tread design are optimized for durability and mixed-surface grip — not maximum lean angle confidence. If you're doing occasional instructional lapping sessions, it'll be fine at a measured pace. For serious track use, step into a dedicated sport tire.

Not noticeably. The natural rubber compound provides enough flex that the M2 Evil stays compliant over rough pavement and trail debris rather than transmitting every hit straight to the chassis. It's firmer than a soft sport tire, but it's nowhere near the stiff, jarring feel of a heavy-duty utility tire.

No — the non-directional tread design means you can mount it either way without any handling penalty. That keeps installation simple and gives you flexibility during tire rotation. No need to track tread direction or worry about matching orientation between wheels.

Any time your riding goes beyond smooth pavement. If you're logging serious miles, hitting gravel roads, dealing with rough surfaces, or any situation where a sidewall puncture would be a real problem — the M2 Evil's durability and versatility justify the trade-off in outright grip. If you're exclusively chasing dry pavement performance, a sport tire wins. But for real-world all-condition riding, the M2 Evil punches above its price point.

AMS M2 Evil Tires in Orange County — MTC

At Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA, we stock the AMS M2 Evil for riders throughout Orange County — from Irvine to Anaheim to Mission Viejo — who need a tire that handles more than just clean pavement. This is a durability-first, mixed-surface tire built on a natural rubber compound with a reinforced sidewall and a non-directional tread pattern designed for real riding conditions. If your route includes gravel shoulders, fire roads, or anything rougher than freeway asphalt, the M2 Evil deserves a look.

We carry the M2 Evil at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our walk-in mount and balance service makes it easy to get squared away without an appointment. We charge $69 per tire for mounting, $9.95 for balancing, and $3.50 for disposal — straightforward pricing, no surprises. Seventeen size options across 12", 14", and 15" diameters mean we can fit a wide range of machines.

Stop by our Orange County shop or give us a call at (714) 516-9059 to check fitment and current pricing on the AMS M2 Evil. Our staff rides and knows tires — we'll give you a straight answer on whether this is the right choice for your setup and riding style, or point you toward something better suited if it's not.

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