MAXXISOff-RoadDirt/MX

Maxxcross Desert IT M7304D

Name: Maxxcross Desert IT M7304D Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MAXXIS
Rating: 8.2 (1 reviews)

Purpose-built desert and rocky terrain race tire engineered for durability-first riders on KTM and Husqvarna competition machines.

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

MAXXIS Maxxcross Desert IT M7304D motorcycle tire

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BrandMAXXIS

TypeOff-Road / Dirt/MX

FitmentFront

Sizes1

Hard-compound rubber resists chipping and knob loss on abrasive rock and hardpack — outlasts softer compounds by a wide margin in desert conditions

Reinforced carcass keeps sidewalls honest under hard cornering and whoops, slashing pinch-flat risk even at lower running pressures

Tall, aggressive knob profile claws through loose sand and bites into slick rock faces where low-profile tires lose purchase

Stiff construction delivers predictable, stable handling at desert racing speeds — confidence-inspiring when you're chasing checkpoints

Direct fitment for modern KTM and Husqvarna competition platforms — no adaptation headaches

Durability-first design built to finish races in environments that destroy general-purpose off-road tires

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Maxxcross Desert IT M7305D

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

Fulfillment

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

The Desert IT is built for desert racers and rocky-terrain riders who need a tire that survives punishment first and worries about versatility second.

Performance

Dry Grip8.4

Wet Grip6.8

Street Manners3.2

Track Capability7.6

Mileage9.1

Value8.5

Best For

Desert Racer

You're chasing checkpoints through rock gardens and hardpack flats at speed. You need a tire that won't chunk, won't pinch-flat, and gives you the confidence to drop pressure for sand traction without the sidewall folding on you. This is exactly that tire.

Perfect Match

Adventure Single-Tracker

You're deep in the backcountry where support is a long ride away — rocky singletrack, abrasive scree, technical lines that eat softer tires alive. The Desert IT's toughness earns its place here. Just know that when the terrain turns wet and rooty, you'll feel the trade-off in grip.

Great Match

Mixed-Terrain Enduro Rider

If your weekends mix loam, mud, wet roots, and rock in equal measure, the Desert IT's specialized harder compound will leave you wanting more conformability and wet-weather bite. You'd be better served by a more versatile intermediate-terrain tire that handles the full menu.

Consider a multi-condition tire

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	80/100B21	—	0312-0044	TM88187100	4717784505329	$83.67$105.00Save $21

Frequently Asked

It'll work, but it's not what this tire was made for. The stiffer carcass and harder compound are optimized for rock and hardpack desert conditions — on a loamy or sandy MX track you'll give up conformability and peak grip compared to a dedicated MX tire. Save this one for where it shines: abrasive, rocky race terrain.

You'll notice less sidewall flex, which translates to better stability at speed and dramatically reduced pinch-flat risk. The honest trade-off is a slightly firmer ride over small chatter — it's not as plush through the small stuff. Most riders dial in quickly and end up appreciating the predictability, especially when they've dropped pressure for loose terrain.

The reinforced construction lets you run lower pressures for traction without the pinch-flat anxiety of a standard carcass. Many desert racers land in the 10–13 psi range depending on terrain, rider weight, and how much sand is in the mix. The stiff sidewall holds its shape where a softer tire would roll and fold.

In rocky and abrasive desert conditions, the harder compound lasts significantly longer — softer tires chunk and shred in the same terrain the Desert IT handles all day. The flip side is that harder rubber won't conform as aggressively in loam or mud, so peak grip in those conditions takes a back seat to longevity.

If your route runs heavy on rocky and desert sections, the Desert IT is a strong call — reliability and durability matter a lot when you're far from a tire shop. If the route mixes in serious mud, wet roots, or sustained loamy singletrack, a more versatile intermediate-terrain tire will serve you better overall. Know your terrain before you commit.

Yes — plan for the first ride or two to feel a touch slippery while the surface glaze scrubs off. Once that initial layer is gone, grip and durability stabilize and the tire performs as intended. Some riders lightly scuff the knob faces before the first ride to speed up the process.

Maxxis Maxxcross Desert IT M7304D Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Maxxis Maxxcross Desert IT M7304D for desert racers and backcountry off-road riders who need a tire that can take a beating and keep going. Built around a hard, chip-resistant compound and a reinforced pinch-flat-resistant carcass, the M7304D is purpose-engineered for the kind of rocky, abrasive terrain that destroys softer tires in a single outing. If you're running a KTM or Husqvarna competition platform and spending your weekends in the desert, this tire belongs in the conversation.

We carry the Desert IT at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our walk-in mount and balance service means you can have fresh rubber on your bike the same day — no appointment necessary. Mounting runs $69 per tire, balancing is $9.95, and disposal is $3.50. We serve riders throughout Orange County including Irvine, Anaheim, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Fullerton, and Huntington Beach.

Not sure the Desert IT is the right call for your terrain mix? Our team knows off-road rubber and will give you a straight answer. Call us at (714) 516-9059 or stop by the shop and let's talk through what you're riding and where you're riding it. We're here to put the right tire under you, not just the most expensive one.

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