DUNLOPOff-RoadDual-Sport

Geomax TL01

Name: Geomax TL01 Motorcycle Tires
Brand: DUNLOP
Rating: 8.2 (2 reviews)

Dunlop's purpose-built trials tire — engineered for maximum low-speed traction and technical precision on rock, roots, and extreme terrain.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Off-Road · Trials Specialist

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BrandDUNLOP

TypeOff-Road / Dual-Sport

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes2

Specialized Groove Channel Technology (SGCT) builds shoulder blocks 3x more durable than the previous D803GP design, resisting chunking and tearing under hard side-loading

Oil-rich High Adhesion Compound stays pliable across a wide temperature range, keeping grip consistent from cold morning starts to sustained technical sessions

Carbon-enhanced compound converts impact energy into localized heat, helping the rubber flow into slick rock faces, wet roots, and polished obstacles for a larger mechanical contact patch

Block pattern balances void ratio for self-cleaning with tight edge density for maximum bite — purpose-designed for trials and extreme slow-speed terrain, not general trail riding

DOT-approved construction allows street-legal dual-sport registration, though street performance is intentionally secondary to technical off-road capability

Engineered for ultra-low operating pressures (4–8 PSI range) without excessive sidewall collapse, letting trials riders dial in traction for specific terrain and rider weight

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

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

The TL01 is built for one job — trials and extreme technical terrain — and it does that job exceptionally well. Not the tire for your commute.

Performance

Dry Grip8.7

Wet Grip8.4

Street Manners4.2

Track Capability3.5

Mileage6.8

Value7.9

Best For

Trials Competitor

You're running observed trials sections or extreme enduro events where every rock, root, and creek crossing demands precision. Low-speed hook-up and predictable traction control matter infinitely more to you than tread life or highway miles.

Perfect Match

Technical Trail Specialist

Your rides include gnarly rock gardens, steep technical climbs, and technical single-track where a general knobby just spins and prays. You know you're trading longevity for the kind of grip that actually gets you through the hard stuff.

Great Match

Adventure / Dual-Sport Rider

If your riding mixes pavement, gravel roads, and moderate trail, the TL01's specialized compound and block pattern will feel like overkill in some situations and compromised in others. A more balanced tire fits your needs better.

Consider Dunlop D606 or similar dual-sport tire

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
FrontOOS	80/100-21	—	0314-0018	45262500	848983027016	—
RearOOS	120/100R18	—	0315-0023	45262501	848983027023	—

Frequently Asked

Not really — the TL01 was built specifically for trials competition and extreme technical terrain. It carries a DOT stamp, so it's street-legal, but its compound and block geometry prioritize ultra-low-speed traction over high-speed stability, pavement handling, and tread life. Riders who split time between road and trail are better served by a purpose-built dual-sport option like the Dunlop D606.

Shorter — that's the honest answer. The oil-rich compound and soft block structure that make this tire exceptional on technical terrain are not wear-life-optimized. Trials riders generally accept that trade-off as part of the performance equation. If mileage is a priority, this isn't your tire.

Dunlop engineered internal groove channels within the shoulder blocks to distribute lateral stress more evenly when you're pivoting, side-loading, or muscling through an obstacle. The result is significantly reduced block tearing and chunking compared to the previous D803GP design — three times more durable, without sacrificing the flexibility needed for technical grip.

This tire isn't designed for that environment. The TL01's compound and block pattern are dialed in for low-speed precision, obstacle grip, and slick-surface traction — not the high cornering loads and aggressive acceleration of a motocross track. Running it there would underperform and wear unevenly.

Dunlop's carbon particles absorb impact energy and convert it to heat within the compound itself. That localized warmth helps the rubber deform and conform to micro-texture on polished rock faces, wet roots, and glazed surfaces — effectively growing the contact patch right where you need it most. It's the same principle that makes the compound feel almost sticky on technical terrain.

Most trials riders operate in the 4–8 PSI range depending on terrain, obstacle type, and rider weight. The TL01's construction handles these low pressures without the sidewall collapse you'd see in a standard knobby. Start on the conservative end and work down based on feel — lower pressure means more contact patch but more risk of pinch flats on sharp edges.

Dunlop Geomax TL01 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA carries the Dunlop Geomax TL01 for riders who need a genuine trials-spec tire — not a compromise. This is a purpose-engineered tire built around Dunlop's Specialized Groove Channel Technology and a carbon-enhanced High Adhesion Compound that hooks up on the terrain most tires give up on: slick granite, polished roots, steep wet rock faces. If you're competing in observed trials or pushing extreme technical single-track in the hills above Orange County, this is the tire Dunlop built for exactly that mission.

We stock the TL01 at below-MSRP dealer pricing and mount it the same day — walk in to our Orange location and we'll have you back on the trail fast. Our flat-rate mount and balance service runs $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire, with no hidden fees. Our techs know the difference between a trials tire and a dual-sport tire, and we'll tell you straight whether the TL01 fits your riding or whether something like the D606 is a smarter call for mixed-use riders.

Serving riders from Irvine, Anaheim, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Fullerton, and Huntington Beach, MTC is the shop in Orange County that takes off-road fitment seriously. Whether you're running an observed trials bike or a dual-sport machine that spends serious time in technical terrain, we'll get you mounted on the right rubber. Call us at (714) 516-9059 or walk in — no appointment needed.

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