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D208 ZR

Dunlop's purpose-built radial for Harley-Davidson V-Rod and Street Rod platforms — serious grip for liquid-cooled performance cruisers that demand more than standard cruiser rubber.

MTC8.1/10★★★★☆Cruiser · Street Performance
DUNLOP D208 ZR motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandDUNLOP
TypeCruiser / Sport
FitmentFront
Sizes1
Radial construction purpose-engineered for V-Rod and Street Rod chassis geometry, matching OE suspension and handling specs
Sport-biased tread pattern delivers confident cornering grip without sacrificing straight-line stability at highway speeds
Heat-managed compound handles the aggressive torque delivery and sustained high-speed demands of liquid-cooled V-twin motors
Optimized contact patch profile suits the weight distribution and lean angles of performance cruisers — not a re-purposed sport bike tire
Effective water evacuation channels provide reliable wet-weather traction for year-round street riding
OE-spec sizing integrates cleanly with V-Rod suspension, maintaining factory handling characteristics
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MTC Rating
MTC Score
8.1/10
★★★★☆
Built for V-Rod and Street Rod riders who actually use the horsepower — best on the street, not the track.
Performance
Dry Grip8.3
Wet Grip7.6
Street Manners8.5
Track Capability5.2
Mileage7.4
Value8.0
Best For
V-Rod Enthusiast
You picked the V-Rod because it's a Harley that actually hustles. You use that liquid-cooled motor the way it was meant to be used — on-ramps, backroads, and highway pulls — and you need rubber engineered to keep up with the chassis, not hold it back.
Perfect Match
Street Rod Rider
Your Street Rod does double duty as daily commuter and weekend weapon. You need a tire that handles rain, traffic, and the occasional full-throttle burst when the road opens up — and OE-spec fitment that just works.
Great Match
Sport-Touring Cruiser Rider
If you're riding a traditional air-cooled cruiser and prioritize maximum mileage and long-haul comfort over cornering performance, the D208 ZR isn't your tire. Look at the Avon Cobra Chrome instead — it's optimized for longevity and straight-line ease on those platforms.
Consider Avon Cobra Chrome
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front120/70ZR19—0303-00634507136245071362$282.73$336.95Save $54
Frequently Asked
The D208 ZR is engineered specifically around the V-Rod and Street Rod platforms, which run radial tires and liquid-cooled performance motors. It's not a drop-in fit for traditional air-cooled Harleys that use bias-ply sizing, and its performance profile is tuned for higher-output engines rather than touring cruisers. Check your fitment carefully before ordering.
Most V-Rod riders see roughly 6,000–8,000 miles on the rear and 10,000–12,000 on the front under normal conditions. That's shorter than a dedicated long-haul cruiser tire, but it's the trade-off for a sport-oriented compound on a high-torque bike. Hard riders will land at the lower end of those numbers.
The D208 ZR has sport DNA in its construction, but it's built for street riding on performance cruisers — not closed-course work. The compound is designed for street heat cycles and everyday versatility, not the sustained grip demands of a track session. If you're headed to the track, step up to a dedicated sport or track tire.
The tread channels do a solid job evacuating water, and most riders report predictable grip and good feedback in typical rain. It won't outperform a dedicated all-weather sport-touring tire in a downpour, but it handles everyday wet streets confidently — which is what matters for Southern California riding.
Not necessarily. The rear takes the brunt of torque and weight, so it'll wear faster — many V-Rod riders replace the rear twice before the front needs attention. Just make sure any individual replacement pairs reasonably well with the remaining tire's wear state. When in doubt, call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll help you assess.
If your V-Rod came with Dunlop OE rubber, the transition is seamless — the D208 ZR is designed to preserve that factory handling feel with predictable turn-in and stable mid-corner tracking. Coming from a different brand, you may need a short break-in period to dial into its feedback, but it aligns with how Harley engineered these chassis to behave.

Dunlop D208 ZR Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange is Orange County's go-to shop for Harley-Davidson V-Rod and Street Rod tires, and the Dunlop D208 ZR is one of the few tires we stock that's truly purpose-built for these platforms. If you're riding a V-Rod in Irvine, Anaheim, or Newport Beach and you've been settling for generic rubber, this tire was engineered specifically for your chassis — OE-spec sizing, radial construction, and a compound that respects what liquid-cooled Harley motors actually put down.

We carry the D208 ZR at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and installation is straightforward at our Orange County shop — walk in, no appointment needed. Mount and balance runs $69 mount + $9.95 balance + $3.50 disposal per tire, with a trained tech handling the job. Whether you're in Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, or Fullerton, MTC is the closest shop that knows these tires and the bikes they're built for.

Questions about fitment, wear expectations, or whether the D208 ZR is the right call for your specific setup? Call us directly at (714) 516-9059. We'll give you a straight answer, not a sales pitch — because the right tire for your V-Rod makes the difference between a bike that handles and one that truly performs.

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