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Geomax MX53

Dunlop's purpose-built motocross tire engineered for intermediate-to-hard terrain — where hardpack grip, knob durability, and slide control decide motos.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Dirt/MX · Hardpack Specialist
DUNLOP Geomax MX53 motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandDUNLOP
TypeDirt/MX / Off-Road
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes17
Block-In-A-Block construction on both front and rear lets each knob flex for traction while staying structurally solid under hard acceleration and braking
Front horseshoe-pattern layout cuts center stiffness so the tire stays compliant over chatter and loads the braking edges more effectively
Rear Block-In-A-Block geometry is tuned differently than the front — dialing in controlled slide rather than raw hookup alone
Advanced Apex Design uses a taller, thinner internal sidewall apex to absorb square-edge hits and reduce arm pump on rough hardpack
Tie bars bridging select knobs at the base limit tearing on abrasive surfaces, keeping the tire working longer between replacements
Optimized knob spacing and pattern target intermediate-to-hard conditions — packed dirt, decomposed granite, and late-season dry tracks
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MTC Rating
MTC Score
8.2/10
★★★★☆
Best suited to motocross and off-road riders who spend most of their time on intermediate-to-hard terrain and demand predictable slide with lasting knobs.
Performance
Dry Grip8.4
Wet Grip6.8
Track Capability8.6
Mileage8.1
Street Manners0.0
Value8.3
Best For
Hardpack Racer
You're lining up for summer MX series races or high-desert events where the dirt is packed and the lines are defined. The MX53 delivers the slide predictability and knob toughness you need to stay consistent across multiple motos without babying the tire.
Perfect Match
Intermediate Trail Rider
Your rides mix up the terrain, but hardpack and packed dirt make up the bulk of it. The MX53's compliance over rough sections and confident braking grip on firm surfaces make it a dependable choice — and the knobs hold up better than most in this category.
Great Match
Soft-Terrain Specialist
If loamy soil and muddy tracks are your home turf, the MX53's knob pattern isn't built to self-clean in those conditions. Look at the Dunlop Geomax MX33 — its wider-spaced, more aggressive knob design is purpose-made for exactly that environment.
Consider Geomax MX33
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front60/100B10—0312-037645236325333691A100$54.69$62.95Save $8
Front60/100B12—0312-037745236955333692A100$50.21$60.95Save $11
Front60/100B14—0312-037845236531333693A100$53.42$64.95Save $12
Front70/100B17—0312-037945236661333694A100$62.39$71.95Save $10
Front70/100B19—0312-038045236512333695A100$67.42$81.95Save $15
Front80/100B21—0312-038145236987339696A100$117.50$141.95Save $24
RearOOS100/100B18—0313-072145236865333703A100$130.15$157.95Save $28
Rear100/90B19—0313-072245236253333706A100$126.74$152.95Save $26
Rear110/100B18—0313-072345236568333704A100$123.14$148.95Save $26
Rear110/90B19—0313-072445236424333707A100$140.40$169.95Save $30
Rear120/80B19—0313-072545236685333708A100$141.99$171.95Save $30
Rear120/90B18—0313-072645236545333705A100$128.69$155.95Save $27
Rear120/90B19—0313-072745236791333709A100$154.78$186.95Save $32
Rear70/100B10—0313-072845236262—$51.17$61.95Save $11
Rear80/100B12—0313-072945236400333699A100$54.51$65.95Save $11
Rear90/100B14—0313-073045236470333700A100$68.26$82.95Save $15
Rear90/100B16—0313-073145236423333701A100$81.72$93.95Save $12
Frequently Asked
The MX53 is squarely at home on intermediate-to-hard terrain — packed dirt, hardpan, decomposed granite, and dry late-season tracks. Where surface firmness demands knob durability and bite over deep-loam penetration, this tire earns its place. Soft or muddy conditions are outside its wheelhouse.
Each primary knob contains a smaller internal block that acts as a flex regulator. The outer knob can deform for grip engagement, while the inner block keeps it from collapsing or tearing prematurely. The result is progressive traction buildup rather than a sudden breakaway — which matters a lot on hardpack where margin for error is slim.
It can, but it won't perform at its best. The knob pattern and spacing are tuned for biting into firm surfaces, not shedding mud. In sticky or loamy conditions, the MX33 is the right tool — its wider knob gaps are designed specifically to clear and clean on softer ground.
It's a change in the internal sidewall geometry — taller and thinner at the apex — that spreads out impact energy from square-edge hits instead of transmitting it straight to your hands. On rough, chattered-out hardpack tracks, that translates directly to less arm pump and better feel through the bars over a full moto.
Riding style and terrain abrasiveness are the biggest variables, but aggressive riders commonly see 8–12 hours before meaningful knob wear sets in. The tie bars at the knob bases are a real contributor here — they reduce the flex-and-tear cycle that burns through softer-construction MX tires faster on hardpack.
Yes — front and rear are individual SKUs across multiple size options, so you can replace them independently as they wear at different rates. Some riders also mix terrain-specific tires (MX53 rear, different front) depending on track conditions, which this setup makes straightforward.

Dunlop Geomax MX53 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Dunlop Geomax MX53 for Orange County's motocross and off-road riders who spend their time on hardpack, high-desert circuits, and dry late-season tracks. This is a terrain-specific MX tire built around controlled knob flex, slide predictability, and durability on firm surfaces — not a generalist that tries to do everything. If your riding profile matches intermediate-to-hard terrain, the MX53 is worth a close look.

We carry the MX53 front and rear in the sizes that matter for SoCal dirt riding, priced below MSRP. Walk in to our Orange location and we can mount and balance your new rubber on the spot — $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire, no appointment needed. Our team rides and knows these tires, so if you're weighing the MX53 against another Geomax or a competing brand, we'll give you a straight answer based on how and where you actually ride.

Serving riders from Irvine, Anaheim, Fullerton, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, and Huntington Beach, MTC is the go-to source for motocross and off-road tire fitment in Orange County. Questions about sizing, terrain matching, or what's in stock? Call us at (714) 516-9059 and talk to someone who knows the difference between an MX33 and an MX53 — and why that difference matters for your track conditions.

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