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MKII Roadrider

A modern rebuild of a classic design — the MKII brings updated wet grip, ozone-resistant durability, and period-correct style to standards, retros, and vintage bikes.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Street · All-Weather Recommended
AVON MKII Roadrider motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandAVON
TypeStreet / Touring
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes8
Ribbed tread profile keeps the vintage look intact — correct aesthetics for classic UJMs, retros, and modern nakeds without looking out of place
Revised casing construction delivers sharper handling feedback and improved stability across both wet and dry pavement
Ozone-resistant sidewall compound fights the cracking and checking that kills tires on seasonally stored or low-mileage bikes
Balanced street compound threads the needle between all-weather grip, longevity, and predictable daily behavior
Eight sizes span popular 17" and 18" fitments — covers standards, light tourers, and vintage applications most sport tires ignore
Reaches working temperature without aggressive riding — rides safely from the first corner without needing a warm-up lap
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Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

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MTC Rating
MTC Score
7.8/10
★★★★☆
Built for riders on classic, retro, or standard bikes who want modern wet-weather confidence and real durability without giving up the vintage look.
Performance
Dry Grip7.2
Wet Grip7.8
Street Manners8.4
Track Capability5.5
Mileage8.1
Value7.9
Best For
Classic & Retro Enthusiast
You're running a vintage standard, a UJM, or a modern retro where the look of the tire is part of the whole package — but you still expect it to grip in the wet and hold up through storage season. The MKII was built for exactly this rider.
Perfect Match
Year-Round Commuter on a Standard or Naked
If you're putting in miles through Orange County's wet winters on a standard or naked bike, you need a tire that's ready from cold, predictable when roads get slick, and doesn't need replacing every few thousand miles. The MKII checks all three boxes.
Great Match
Sport-Touring Rider Chasing Peak Grip
If your weekends involve aggressive canyon runs or the occasional track day and maximum dry grip is the priority, the MKII's balanced, all-rounder character is going to feel conservative. You'd be better served looking at the Dunlop Roadsmart or Michelin Road series.
Consider Dunlop Roadsmart or Michelin Road series
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front100/80-170305-0750638323$171.01$205.95Save $35
Front120/70-170305-0752638321$199.86$240.95Save $41
RearOOS110/80-180306-07686408164038526450944$209.16$251.85Save $43
RearOOS120/90-180306-0770638334$199.86$240.95Save $41
RearOOS130/80-170306-0750640807$218.93$263.95Save $45
Rear130/80-180306-0757638305$247.39$297.95Save $51
Rear130/90-170306-0751640824$238.05$286.95Save $49
Rear140/70-170306-07526408104038526451019$199.86$240.95Save $41
Frequently Asked
The MKII is a street tire first — it's built for predictability and all-weather durability, not lap times. Spirited riding is fine, but if you're regularly scraping pegs on Ortega Highway or planning track days at Chuckwalla, a sport-focused compound will serve you better. The MKII's real strengths show up in everyday miles, not the limit.
Ozone attacks rubber over time, causing the sidewall cracking and checking you've probably seen on older tires — especially on bikes that sit through winter. Avon's updated sidewall formulation slows that degradation, which matters a lot if your bike sees seasonal storage or lower annual mileage. It's one of the more practical upgrades in the MKII over older designs.
It's squarely aimed at standard motorcycles, vintage bikes, UJMs, modern retros, and light tourers — any application where classic appearance and well-rounded everyday performance matter more than outright grip. The size range covers common 17" and 18" wheels typical of those categories, so fitment is rarely an issue.
Wet grip is genuinely one of the MKII's strong suits — it scores higher there than it does in dry grip, which tells you something about Avon's priorities with this tire. The tread design and compound work together to keep you confident on damp streets and in light rain, and the behavior stays predictable as conditions change rather than dropping off suddenly.
Street mileage will vary with bike weight and your right hand, but the MKII is built to wear evenly and go the distance — community feedback puts typical street life somewhere in the 6,000–9,000 mile range. If longevity matters more to you than sticky lap times, the MKII's construction priorities are aligned with yours.
Not in the ways that matter for street riding. Avon kept the period-correct tread profile but rebuilt what's underneath — updated compound, revised casing, modern profile geometry. You get the vintage aesthetic without the vintage limitations. Wet grip and stability are both current-generation, even if the look isn't.

Avon MKII Roadrider Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Avon MKII Roadrider for riders across Orange County — from Fullerton and Anaheim to Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, and Huntington Beach — who want a street tire that looks right on a classic or retro bike and actually performs in the real world. The MKII delivers modern wet-weather confidence, genuine longevity, and an ozone-resistant sidewall that holds up through storage season. If you're running a vintage standard, a UJM, or a modern retro and you've been settling for tires that don't quite fit the aesthetic or the riding style, this is the one worth putting on.

We carry the MKII Roadrider at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our walk-in mount and balance service makes it easy to get back on the road the same day. Mount is $69 per tire, balance is $9.95, and disposal is $3.50 — no surprises, no appointment required. Our team knows these tires and can walk you through size fitment for your specific application, whether you're running 17" or 18" wheels on a standard, light tourer, or vintage machine.

Stop by Motorcycle Tire Center at 639 W. Katella Ave in Orange, or call us at (714) 516-9059 to check inventory or ask about fitment. We're the tire shop Orange County riders count on when they want straight answers and same-day service from people who actually ride.

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