METZELERAdventureDual-Sport

KAROO™ 4 Street

Name: KAROO™ 4 Street Motorcycle Tires
Brand: METZELER
Rating: 7.8 (7 reviews)

Metzeler's road-biased KAROO™ 4 platform retuned for pavement confidence — built for adventure riders who live on asphalt but refuse to look like it.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Adventure · Road-Biased

METZELER KAROO™ 4 Street motorcycle tire

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BrandMETZELER

TypeAdventure / Dual-Sport

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes7

Road-optimized compound spun off the KAROO™ 4 off-road lineage delivers exceptional wet-pavement bite alongside solid dry grip — an 8.3 wet score backs that up

Aggressive block tread geometry keeps the adventure aesthetic intact while channeling water efficiently and holding a precise line through sweepers

V-speed rated across the entire size range — cleared for highway touring and hard canyon pushes on big-displacement ADV machines

Engineered carcass construction handles the weight and torque of large adventure and enduro bikes without the vague, floaty feel of pure knobbies

Light off-road capability built in — gravel access roads, hard-packed fire roads, and unsealed parking lots are all in play

Seven sizes span 17", 18", 19", and 21" wheel diameters, covering the most popular large-bore adventure platforms

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Select Size

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

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

Best for adventure bike riders who spend the overwhelming majority of their miles on pavement but want wet-weather grip and rugged ADV style in one package.

Performance

Dry Grip7.9

Wet Grip8.3

Street Manners8.5

Track Capability4.2

Mileage7.4

Value7.6

Best For

Adventure Commuter

Puts serious pavement miles on a mid-to-large ADV bike — mostly city streets and freeway, with the occasional gravel lot or unpaved access road mixed in. Wet-weather grip matters more than off-road heroics, and precise road feel is non-negotiable. Wants the aggressive look without giving anything up on the street.

Perfect Match

Weekend Explorer

Lives for canyon blasts and scenic two-lane tours on an adventure bike, with a forest service road or two thrown in when opportunity knocks. Wants a tire that carves pavement confidently in wet or dry conditions but won't balk when the road turns to gravel. Accepts slightly higher wear in exchange for real-world performance.

Great Match

True Dual-Sport Rider

Regularly tackles technical trails, loose dirt, or extended backcountry runs where traction in mud and unpacked terrain is survival-critical. The KAROO™ 4 Street isn't built for that duty — its road-biased compound will leave you wanting more off the pavement. Step up to the standard KAROO™ 4 or a dedicated 50/50 tire for serious dirt work.

Consider KAROO™ 4 (off-road) or TKC 80

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
FrontOOS	110/80R19	59V · 536 lbs / 149 mph	0301-1075	4725900	—	$207.42$251.42Save $44
FrontOOS	120/70R19	60V · 551 lbs / 149 mph	0301-1076	4726000	—	$228.02$276.44Save $48
FrontOOS	90/90-21	54V · 467 lbs / 149 mph	0305-1072	4726100	—	$132.36$160.43Save $28
RearOOS	140/80R17	69V · 716 lbs / 149 mph	0302-1898	4726200	—	$219.53$266.10Save $47
RearOOS	150/70R17	69V · 716 lbs / 149 mph	0302-1899	4726300	—	$228.41$276.87Save $48
RearOOS	150/70R18	70V · 739 lbs / 149 mph	0302-1901	4726500	—	$229.56$278.26Save $49
RearOOS	170/60R17	72V · 783 lbs / 149 mph	0302-1900	4726400	—	$270.06$327.36Save $57

Frequently Asked

It's genuinely capable on gravel roads, hard-packed fire roads, and unpaved surfaces you'd encounter on a typical ADV route. That said, its road-optimized compound and carcass are not built for technical single-track, deep mud, or aggressive dirt riding. If you're splitting time evenly between pavement and real dirt, the standard KAROO™ 4 or a dedicated 50/50 tire is the smarter choice.

Wet grip is legitimately one of this tire's strongest selling points — it scores an 8.3 here, which is high for the adventure segment. Metzeler engineered the compound and tread geometry specifically to channel water and maintain confidence on wet pavement. If you ride in variable Southern California coastal weather or plan touring in rainy regions, this is a meaningful advantage over many competitors.

Plan on roughly 4,000–7,000 miles from the rear under normal adventure bike use — where you land in that range depends heavily on your bike's weight, your throttle habits, and how much highway versus canyon riding you do. The compound prioritizes grip over pure longevity, so hard-charging riders will burn through them faster than relaxed tourers.

The KAROO™ 4 Street covers seven sizes across 17", 18", 19", and 21" front wheel diameters, hitting the most common large-displacement ADV and enduro fitments. Check your owner's manual or your current sidewall for the exact size, then match it against the available options. Not sure? Call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll sort it out for you.

The Street version runs a road-optimized compound and revised carcass tuned for pavement handling, wet grip, and higher speed ratings — think 80/20 road-to-dirt bias. The standard KAROO™ 4 flips that equation toward genuine off-road performance, closer to a 50/50 or 40/60 split. Same aggressive visual DNA, very different missions.

Yes — every size in the KAROO™ 4 Street lineup carries a V speed rating, certified for sustained use up to 149 mph. That makes them fully appropriate for freeway touring and interstate travel, which puts them well ahead of most off-road-focused knobbies that top out at lower speed ratings.

Metzeler KAROO™ 4 Street Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Metzeler KAROO™ 4 Street for adventure riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Newport Beach to Fullerton, Anaheim, and Huntington Beach. If you're running a big-displacement ADV bike and spending most of your time on pavement, this tire hits the sweet spot: an 8.3 wet grip score, precise road manners, and enough light off-road capability to handle whatever the route throws at you, all wrapped in KAROO™ aggressive styling. We carry it below MSRP dealer pricing and can mount it the same day you walk in.

Walk-in mount and balance service is available at our Orange County shop — pricing is straightforward at $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire. No appointment gymnastics, no waiting weeks for a dealer slot. Bring your bike in and we'll have the KAROO™ 4 Street mounted and ready to ride while you wait. Our techs know adventure fitments and can confirm sizing on the spot if you're unsure whether a particular size works for your specific machine.

Questions about whether the KAROO™ 4 Street or the standard off-road KAROO™ 4 is the right call for your riding? Give us a ring at (714) 516-9059 and talk it through with someone who actually knows these tires. We work with adventure riders throughout Orange County every day and can help you weigh the road-versus-dirt tradeoff honestly — no pressure, just straight answers from people who ride.

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