DUNLOPSport-TouringAdventure

Mutant

Name: Mutant Motorcycle Tires
Brand: DUNLOP
Rating: 8.2 (11 reviews)

Dunlop's all-weather all-rounder built for riders who carve canyons on Saturday and commute through rain on Monday.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Sport-Touring · All-Weather

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BrandDUNLOP

TypeSport-Touring / Adventure

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes11

Jointless Band (JLB) construction uses a continuously wound belt to control tire growth at speed — tighter handling and more predictable feedback across the entire RPM range

Carcass Tension Control System (CTCS) fine-tunes stiffness and flex zone by zone, blending sharp turn-in with real compliance over rough pavement

High-silica compound delivers standout wet grip — one of the strongest scores in its class and a genuine differentiator versus typical sport-touring rubber

Deep tread grooves channel water out fast, reducing hydroplaning risk and keeping you confident when Southern California's rain sneaks up on you

Aggressive tread pattern performs across the full spectrum — canyon carving, daily commuting, and everything in between

Wide size coverage spans modern sport-touring and adventure-sport platforms, from Yamaha Tracers to Kawasaki Versys and V-Strom builds

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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

8.2/10

★★★★☆

The Mutant is the go-to choice for year-round street riders who want sport-tier feedback and outstanding wet-weather confidence without sacrificing daily usability.

Performance

Dry Grip8.3

Wet Grip8.7

Street Manners8.9

Track Capability6.5

Mileage7.8

Value8.1

Best For

Year-Round Sport-Tourer

You're on a Tracer, Versys, or V-Strom in all four seasons — weekend canyon runs one day, wet freeway commute the next. You want a tire that stays sharp and confidence-inspiring regardless of what the weather app says.

Perfect Match

Aggressive Street Rider

You push hard through the canyons and want real grip and feedback, but you're not hauling the bike to the track. The Mutant gives you sport-level responsiveness and excellent wet capability with wear life that won't leave you shopping for new rubber every few months.

Great Match

Track-Focused Rider

If your priority is maximum dry grip and you're logging laps regularly, the Mutant's versatility comes at a cost — its track capability score reflects that. A purpose-built performance tire will serve you better on the circuit.

Consider Dunlop Q5 or Sportmax Roadsport 2

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	110/70ZR17	—	0301-0914	45255205	5452000820914	$208.45$251.95Save $44
FrontOOS	110/80R19	—	0301-1021	45255209	4038526091055	$228.13$279.95Save $52
Front	110/80ZR18	—	0301-0916	45255206	5452000820921	$224.61$271.95Save $47
Front	120/70ZR17	—	0301-0915	45255200	5452000820938	$218.31$263.95Save $46
Front	120/70ZR19	—	0301-0917	45255207	5452000820945	$226.56$274.95Save $48
Rear	150/60ZR17	—	0302-1573	45255201	4038526066275	$263.69$318.95Save $55
Rear	150/70R17	69W · 716 lbs / 168 mph	0302-1806	45255210	4038526091062	$229.82$325.95Save $96
Rear	160/60ZR17	—	0302-1574	45255202	4038526066282	$276.06$333.95Save $58
Rear	170/60ZR17	—	0302-1575	45255208	5452000821218	$274.97$332.95Save $58
Rear	180/55ZR17	—	0302-1576	45255203	5452000821225	$284.44$344.95Save $61
Rear	190/55ZR17	—	0302-1577	45255204	5452000821232	$286.41$346.95Save $61

Frequently Asked

Wet grip is where the Mutant genuinely stands out — it's one of the higher-scoring tires in this class for rain performance. The high-silica compound and deep drainage channels work together to keep feedback predictable even in heavy downpours. Most sport-touring riders are pleasantly surprised by how planted it feels when conditions turn ugly.

Most riders see somewhere between 6,000 and 10,000 miles depending on bike weight, riding style, and road conditions. It's not a long-haul touring tire — the compound is biased toward grip and feel — but it holds up reasonably well for a tire this capable. If maximum mileage is your top priority, a dedicated touring tire will outlast it.

It can handle a casual track day at intermediate pace — the grip and structure are there for street-oriented track use. That said, if you're tracking regularly or pushing hard, a dedicated sport tire like the Dunlop Q5 will give you more confidence and feedback at the limit.

Dunlop recommends about 100 miles of gradual lean angle progression before you start leaning on it. The compound warms up relatively quickly, which makes the Mutant a solid fit for short urban rides and commuting once it's properly scrubbed in — you won't be riding around on cold tires for long.

JLB keeps the tire from growing and distorting under centrifugal force at speed, which means the handling stays consistent whether you're in a 35 mph corner or cruising the freeway. In practice you notice it as more predictable turn-in and better stability under hard acceleration — less guesswork, more confidence.

The Mutant fits sport-touring and adventure-sport platforms best — think Yamaha Tracer, Kawasaki Versys, Suzuki V-Strom, and comparable naked or upright sport bikes that see real road use. The size range is broad, so bring your bike specs into MTC and we'll confirm fitment on the spot.

Dunlop Mutant Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Dunlop Mutant for riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Anaheim to Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Mission Viejo, and Fullerton. If you ride year-round and need a tire that handles both canyon runs and rainy commutes without compromise, the Mutant belongs on your shortlist. Its high-silica compound and deep-groove tread pattern produce some of the best wet-grip numbers we see in the sport-touring category, and Dunlop's JLB construction keeps handling sharp and consistent at any speed.

At MTC, we sell the Mutant at below-MSRP dealer pricing and mount it the same day — no appointment necessary. Walk in, and our technicians handle professional mount and balance for $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire. We carry a wide selection of sizes to fit the most popular sport-touring and adventure-sport platforms, so if you're running a Tracer, Versys, V-Strom, or similar machine, there's a strong chance we have your size on the shelf.

Questions about fitment, comparing the Mutant to other Dunlop options, or just want to talk tires? Call us at (714) 516-9059 — our team knows this lineup inside and out and will point you toward the right rubber for how and where you actually ride in Orange County.

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