DUNLOPCruiserTouring

AE2

Name: AE2 Motorcycle Tires
Brand: DUNLOP
Rating: 7.8 (25 reviews)

A reinforced cruiser and touring tire built for V-twin torque, heavy loads, and all-weather mileage on Harley-Davidson and Indian platforms.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Cruiser · Touring Workhorse

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BrandDUNLOP

TypeCruiser / Touring

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes25

Cut-breaker casing in both front and rear handles the torque and weight of heavyweight V-twin platforms without flex or instability under load

Silica-enhanced compound balances wet-weather traction with long wear life — a dual priority for any serious touring rider

Tread pattern engineered for even wear distribution, so you're not scrapping a rear with a flat center while the edges still look new

Reinforced casing architecture rated for two-up riding and full luggage loads on both current and older cruiser frames

Broad fitment range covers most Harley-Davidson and Indian models — check your size and it's likely available

Touring-focused durability profile without the flagship price tag — solid real-world value for high-mileage riders

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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

Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

Best suited to high-mileage V-twin riders who need load-carrying confidence and all-weather grip without overpaying for sport performance they'll never use.

Performance

Dry Grip7.5

Wet Grip7.8

Street Manners8.4

Track Capability4.0

Mileage8.2

Value8.0

Best For

Long-Distance Tourer

If you're putting 10,000+ miles a year on a heavyweight cruiser or bagger — often two-up and loaded — the AE2 was designed around your riding. It handles the weight, manages varied weather, and goes the distance without drama.

Perfect Match

Daily Cruiser Commuter

Year-round V-twin commuters who ride in whatever the weather throws at them will appreciate the AE2's all-conditions reliability. It's not exciting, but it's dependable — and that matters more when you're commuting than when you're carving canyons.

Great Match

Sport-Touring Enthusiast

If aggressive cornering, high lean angles, or any track time is on your agenda, the AE2 isn't your tire. It's built for load and mileage, not peak grip. Step up to the Roadsmart IV or Avon 3D Supersport for that kind of riding.

Consider Dunlop Roadsmart IV or Avon 3D Supersport

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	N/A	—	0305-1065	45252459	848983027184	$263.86$318.95Save $55
Front	N/A	—	0305-1038	45252457	848983027160	$215.97$260.95Save $45
Front	N/A	—	0305-1064	45252452	848983027115	$181.45$218.95Save $38
Front	100/90B19	—	0305-1057	45252458	848983027177	$190.63$230.95Save $40
Front	110/90B19	—	0305-1058	45252473	848983027320	$207.85$249.95Save $42
Front	120/70B21	—	0305-1059	45252474	848983027337	$215.30$259.95Save $45
Front	130/60B19	—	0305-1037	45252455	848983027146	$206.24$248.95Save $43
Front	130/60B21	—	0305-1060	45252451	848983027108	$215.30$259.95Save $45
Front	130/70B18	—	0305-1061	45252456	848983027153	$253.03$305.95Save $53
Front	130/80B17	—	0305-1036	45252454	848983027139	$258.89$312.95Save $54
Front	130/90B16	—	0305-1062	45252453	848983027122	$224.91$269.95Save $45
Front	140/75R17	—	0301-1061	45252460	848983027191	$259.68$313.95Save $54
Front	160/60R18	—	0301-1062	45252461	848983027207	$324.90$389.95Save $65
FrontOOS	90/90B21	—	0305-1063	45252472	848983027313	$194.56$233.95Save $39
RearOOS	N/A	—	0306-0990	45252469	848983027283	$303.86$366.95Save $63
RearOOS	N/A	—	0306-0991	45252468	848983027276	$329.36$397.95Save $69
Rear	N/A	—	0306-0995	45252465	848983027245	$261.52$315.95Save $54
Rear	N/A	—	0306-0979	45252464	848983027238	$271.77$327.95Save $56
Rear	150/80B16	—	0306-0992	45252466	848983027252	$258.80$312.95Save $54
Rear	160/70B17	—	0306-0993	45252467	848983027269	$311.48$375.95Save $64
Rear	180/55B18	—	0306-0978	45252463	848983027221	$351.76$424.95Save $73
Rear	180/65B16	—	0306-0977	45252462	848983027214	$362.22$436.95Save $75
Rear	180/70B16	—	0306-0994	45252475	848983027344	$366.83$439.95Save $73
RearOOS	200/55B17	—	0302-1871	45252470	848983027290	$302.77$365.95Save $63
Rear	240/40R18	—	0302-1872	45252471	848983027306	$376.14$453.95Save $78

Frequently Asked

Rear tire mileage typically falls in the 8,000–12,000 mile range depending on your bike's weight, how often you ride two-up, and your throttle habits. Front tires generally outlast the rear by a significant margin. Solo riders on lighter cruisers often push past 10,000 miles; heavily loaded touring rigs running two-up will land closer to the lower end.

Dunlop updated the compound specifically to improve wet performance over earlier iterations. The silica content and tread drainage work together to give touring and cruiser riders genuine confidence in the rain. As always, adjust your pace and lean angles for the conditions — no tire changes the laws of physics.

The AE2 is purpose-built for V-twin cruiser and touring platforms, and the size range covers the majority of Harley-Davidson and Indian models. Bring your year, make, and model into MTC or give us a call at (714) 516-9059 and we'll confirm fitment before you order.

The cut-breaker belt reinforces the casing so it resists the flex and stress that come with V-twin torque, heavy bike weight, and loaded riding. In practical terms, you get more stable handling under acceleration, better load-bearing consistency, and a casing that holds up when you're running full gear with a passenger aboard.

This is the wrong tire for either of those. The AE2 earns its keep through mileage, wet grip, and load capacity — not lean angle limits or peak cornering performance. If spirited sport riding is your thing, we'd steer you toward a different compound entirely. Ask us what fits your riding style.

In most cases, yes — particularly in wet conditions. The cut-breaker construction and refined compound typically match or beat OEM mileage while offering better wet-weather traction than many factory fitments. It's a straightforward, honest upgrade that doesn't ask you to pay flagship pricing for it.

Dunlop AE2 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Dunlop AE2 for cruiser and touring riders throughout Orange County — including Irvine, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, and Fullerton. If you're running a Harley-Davidson, Indian, or any heavyweight V-twin platform, the AE2 is engineered for your bike's demands: reinforced cut-breaker construction, a wear-optimized tread pattern, and a silica compound dialed in for all-weather confidence. We sell below MSRP and keep popular cruiser and touring sizes in stock so you're not waiting on a special order.

Walk-ins are welcome at MTC. Mount and balance pricing is straightforward: $69 per tire for mounting, $9.95 for balancing, and $3.50 for disposal — no surprise fees at the counter. Our team knows cruiser and touring fitments inside and out, so if you're unsure whether the AE2 is the right call for your year and model, just ask. We'll tell you straight, and if there's a better fit for how you ride, we'll point you there instead.

Call us at (714) 516-9059 to check AE2 availability in your size, get a quote, or ask about fitment for your specific bike. MTC is Orange County's dedicated motorcycle tire shop — we don't sell car tires, we don't upsell you on things you don't need, and we get riders back on the road the same day.

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