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Cruisetec™ Reinforced

A performance-forward cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins — handles canyon sweepers and loaded touring runs without compromise.

MTC8.1/10★★★★☆Cruiser · Performance Touring
METZELER Cruisetec™ Reinforced motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandMETZELER
TypeCruiser / Touring
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes10
Dual-compound rear construction pairs lateral grip at lean with center-tread durability for long hauls
Extended groove channels promote lean-angle confidence and flush standing water faster than standard cruiser tires
High-silica compound delivers chemical wet-grip that outperforms most traditional touring rubber in rain
Reinforced casing engineered to manage the weight and torque demands of heavyweight V-twin and bagger platforms
Balanced performance profile bridges the gap between sport grip and cruiser-segment longevity
Ten size options span 21-inch fronts to wide 200-section rears — covering the full range of modern American V-twin fitments
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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
8.1/10
★★★★☆
Best suited to bagger and power cruiser riders who want real wet-weather confidence and canyon-capable grip without abandoning touring durability.
Performance
Dry Grip7.8
Wet Grip8.2
Street Manners8.4
Track Capability4.5
Mileage7.6
Value7.9
Best For
Performance Bagger Pilot
You're running a modern touring rig with upgraded suspension, and canyon weekends are part of the routine. You need a tire that can hold a confident line through sweepers and still handle mixed weather on longer trips — without turning every ride into a guessing game.
Perfect Match
Aggressive Street Cruiser
Power cruiser or muscle bike, daily miles or weekend blasts — you want grip that actually matches your riding pace. You've outgrown basic touring rubber and you're willing to trade a few hundred miles of tread life for real wet-road confidence and sharper cornering response.
Great Match
Maximum Mileage Tourer
If you're stacking 15,000-plus miles a year at a relaxed pace on interstates and open highways, the Cruisetec's performance bias works against you. The Marathon 888 is tuned for longevity and predictable wear at touring speeds — a better fit for your priorities.
Consider Metzeler Marathon 888
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front120/70B210305-063841949008019227419498$300.13$363.80Save $64
Front130/60B190305-066237733008019227377330$224.15$271.72Save $48
Front130/90B160305-06313580700$230.86$279.88Save $49
Rear130/90B160306-065735768008019227357684$260.67$315.98Save $55
Rear150/70B180306-067535782008019227258080$366.58$444.40Save $78
Rear150/80B160306-065835765008019227357653$275.95$334.52Save $59
Rear160/70B170306-066235767008019227357677$342.46$415.17Save $73
Rear180/55B180306-066335771008019227357714$387.35$469.57Save $82
Rear180/65B160306-066035762008019227357622$367.00$444.92Save $78
Rear200/55R160302-140535785008019227357851$381.51$462.50Save $81
Frequently Asked
These two tires target different ends of the cruiser-touring spectrum. The Cruisetec leans performance — dual-compound rear, more aggressive groove pattern, stronger wet grip. The Marathon 888 is built around maximum mileage and stable long-haul behavior. If you push pace on weekends or ride in varied weather, the Cruisetec is the call. If your priority is squeezing every mile out of a set, the 888 wins that argument.
It refers to a structurally hardened casing designed specifically for the weight and torque loads that come with big V-twin platforms. The reinforcement reduces flex under hard acceleration and braking, keeping the contact patch predictable and stable on heavyweight bikes. You still get compliant ride quality — it's not a harsh setup — but the structure is built to handle real loads.
On a heavy V-twin, most riders see 8,000–12,000 miles from the rear depending on riding style and bike weight. The dual-compound layout helps stretch rear life compared to a single-compound performance tire, but this isn't a pure mileage tire. Fronts typically run 12,000–18,000 miles. Aggressive riders will land toward the lower end; mellower pace riders toward the top.
That's exactly what the reinforced casing is built for. Loaded touring with a passenger and saddlebags is within the tire's design envelope — it maintains stable, predictable handling under added weight. Just confirm you're running the correct inflation pressures for loaded conditions as specified in your bike's manual.
Wet grip is one of this tire's strongest attributes — an 8.2 out of 10 for a reason. The high-silica compound chemically bonds to wet pavement better than older-formula touring rubber, and the extended groove geometry clears water efficiently at lean. It's a meaningful upgrade in rain confidence over standard cruiser tires, though smart throttle and speed management in wet conditions always applies.
Metzeler designs the front and rear Cruisetec to work as a matched pair — same compound family, matched tread geometry, tuned to balance each other in transitions and mid-corner. Mixing brands or compounds can introduce handling inconsistencies that are hard to predict, especially under braking going into a corner. We recommend running the full set for the performance the tire was engineered to deliver.

Metzeler Cruisetec Reinforced Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA is your Orange County source for the Metzeler Cruisetec Reinforced — one of the strongest performers in the cruiser-touring segment. If you're running a bagger, power cruiser, or heavyweight V-twin and you've been disappointed by tires that feel vague in the wet or give up grip when you actually push through a corner, the Cruisetec is worth a serious look. We stock it at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our team can talk you through fitment for your specific platform before you commit.

Walk-ins are always welcome at MTC. We mount and balance same-day — mount is $69 per tire, balance is $9.95, and disposal runs $3.50 per tire. No appointment circus, no waiting a week for a shop slot. Riders come to us from across Orange County — Irvine, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Fullerton — because we move fast and we know tires. The Cruisetec is a regular request from bagger riders who want more wet grip and canyon confidence without going full sport-touring.

Questions about whether the Cruisetec is right for your bike, your miles, or your riding style? Call us directly at (714) 516-9059. We'll give you a straight answer — including when a different tire might serve you better. That's how we've built our reputation in Orange County, and it's how we keep riders coming back.

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