METZELERAdventureDual-Sport

KAROO™ Street

Name: KAROO™ Street Motorcycle Tires
Brand: METZELER
Rating: 7.8 (12 reviews)

Metzeler's pavement-biased adventure tire — built for riders who live on the road but refuse to stop when it ends.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Adventure · Street-Biased

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BrandMETZELER

TypeAdventure / Dual-Sport

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes12

75/25 street-to-dirt bias delivers genuine road manners without abandoning you on gravel, fire roads, or hardpack detours

High-silica compound prioritizes wet-weather confidence — strong rain performance that holds up on year-round commutes

Sport-touring profile geometry keeps the tire tracking straight and stable at highway speeds — no knobby wander

Knob layout maintains an honest contact patch across both asphalt and dirt, so the transition doesn't catch you off guard

Wear life calibrated well above aggressive dual-sport rubber — expect meaningful mileage without babying it

Wide size range fits the full spectrum of modern adventure platforms, from mid-displacement explorers to large-bore tourers

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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

🛞 Running a spoked wheel? Parts Unlimited Standard Tubes fit 100/90-19 — from $8 →

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

Best suited for adventure riders who spend the majority of their miles on pavement but need real confidence when the road turns to dirt.

Performance

Dry Grip7.5

Wet Grip8.0

Street Manners8.5

Track Capability4.0

Mileage7.5

Value7.5

Best For

Adventure Commuter

You're on pavement five days a week but your weekends point toward forest service roads and unpaved scenic byways. Swapping tires every Friday isn't your idea of adventure prep — the KAROO Street handles both without asking you to choose.

Perfect Match

Pavement-Focused Explorer

Road performance and longevity are your priorities, but you're not willing to white-knuckle through a gravel lot or miss a dirt shortcut because your tires can't handle it. This tire covers those bases without compromising your everyday ride quality.

Great Match

Serious Off-Road Adventurer

If rocky technical trails, soft sand, or sustained single-track are a regular part of your route, the KAROO Street's street-biased compound and tread pattern will hold you back. Step up to a more aggressive 50/50 tire that's built for the terrain you're actually riding.

Consider Metzeler Karoo 4 or similar 50/50 tire

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
FrontOOS	100/90-19	—	0316-0405	3555700	8019227355574	$220.60$228.92Save $8
Front	110/80R19	—	0316-0313	4622700	—	$207.42$251.42Save $44
Front	120/70R17	—	0316-0395	3555800	8019227355581	$212.23$257.26Save $45
FrontOOS	120/70R19	—	0316-0564	4096700	8019227409673	$228.93$277.49Save $49
Front	90/90-21	—	0316-0445	3735300	8019227373530	$144.27$174.87Save $31
Front	90/90-21	—	0316-0565	4096800	8019227409680	$144.27$174.87Save $31
RearOOS	130/80R17	—	0317-0437	3556000	8019227355604	$208.90$253.23Save $44
Rear	150/70R17	—	0317-0394	3142800	8019227314281	$228.41$276.87Save $48
Rear	150/70R18	—	0316-0447	3735400	8019227373547	$228.41$276.87Save $48
RearOOS	150/70R18	—	0317-0735	4096900	8019227409697	$229.47$278.17Save $49
Rear	170/60R17	—	0317-0395	3142900	8019227314298	$270.06$327.36Save $57
Rear	180/55R17	—	0317-0439	3555900	8019227355598	$324.81$393.77Save $69

Frequently Asked

It means the tire is engineered around pavement performance first — handling, wet grip, and highway stability — with enough tread design and compound flex to handle gravel roads, hardpack dirt, and maintained fire trails confidently. What it won't do is tackle technical single-track, deep sand, or mud. Think of it as a road tire with serious off-pavement composure, not the other way around.

The high-silica compound delivers wet grip that competes legitimately with sport-touring rubber. Yes, the knobby tread means slightly less total contact area than a slick street profile, but real-world performance in rain is strong and confidence-inspiring. For year-round riders in Southern California's variable winter conditions, it holds up well.

On a primarily street diet, most riders land somewhere between 6,000 and 9,000 miles depending on load, riding style, and how much dirt gets mixed in. You'll outlast aggressive knobbies by a meaningful margin, though a pure touring radial will still go further. Rear tires wear faster than fronts — plan accordingly.

The sport-touring profile geometry specifically addresses that issue. Tracking on the freeway is solid, road noise is manageable, and you won't get the vague, hunting sensation common with more aggressive dual-sport designs. It won't feel identical to a pure street radial, but it's a comfortable long-haul tire.

It genuinely handles unpaved terrain — gravel roads, hardpack trails, and forest service roads are well within its capability. Where it reaches its limits is on loose, technical, or soft surfaces where a more aggressive knob pattern and softer compound are needed. For the rider sticking to maintained dirt routes rather than technical off-road, it earns its keep.

The Karoo 4 is a true 50/50 tire — built for riders who spend serious time off-road and accept the road compromises that come with it. The KAROO Street flips that balance: 75% road focus with enough off-road capability to keep you out of trouble on a dirt detour. If your riding is mostly pavement with occasional unpaved excursions, the Street is the right call. If you're splitting your time more evenly between surfaces or riding challenging terrain regularly, go Karoo 4.

Metzeler KAROO™ Street Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Metzeler KAROO™ Street for adventure riders throughout Orange County — from Irvine and Anaheim to Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, and Fullerton. This is the tire for the rider who spends most miles on pavement but refuses to be stopped by a gravel turnoff or a dirt access road. With a 75/25 street-to-dirt bias, high-silica wet-weather compound, and a profile that actually tracks straight on the freeway, the KAROO Street is a practical, honest performer for dual-duty adventure bikes.

At MTC, we price the KAROO Street below MSRP and mount it the same day you walk in. Our walk-in mount and balance service runs $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire — no appointment needed, no runaround. We work on adventure bikes daily and can help you confirm sizing and fitment for your specific platform before you commit. Whether you're running a mid-size ADV or a full-size tourer, we'll get you dialed in and back on the road fast.

Questions about whether the KAROO Street or the Karoo 4 is the right call for your riding? Give us a call at (714) 516-9059 and talk it through with someone who actually knows tires. We're not here to upsell you into the wrong rubber — we'll tell you straight which tire fits how you actually ride. Stop by our Orange County shop and see why riders from across the region trust MTC to keep their adventure bikes rolling.

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