KENDASport-TouringStreet

KM1

Name: KM1 Motorcycle Tires
Brand: KENDA
Rating: 7.8 (4 reviews)

Kenda's first sport-touring radial — built for Orange County canyon carvers and daily commuters who refuse to choose between grip and longevity.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Sport-Touring · Street Recommended

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BrandKENDA

TypeSport-Touring / Street

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes4

Radial construction with an optimized profile that balances planted high-speed stability against quick, responsive turn-in — no trade-off required

Fast-warming proprietary compound builds confidence within the first mile, a real advantage on cold SoCal mornings or short urban commutes

Dense siping pattern boosts wet-road traction for those unexpected coastal marine layers or sudden rain on the 241

Long-life tread formulation targets 6,000–10,000 miles depending on riding style — strong value for a sport-touring radial

Sport-touring carcass geometry handles everything from stop-and-go Irvine traffic to spirited Ortega Highway runs without breaking a sweat

Competitive price point makes the KM1 one of the most accessible name-brand sport-touring radials available today

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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

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Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

Best suited for street-focused riders who want a durable, all-weather sport-touring radial with genuine grip at an honest price.

Performance

Dry Grip7.9

Wet Grip8.1

Street Manners8.4

Track Capability6.2

Mileage8.3

Value8.6

Best For

Daily Sport-Tourer

You're putting real miles on a middleweight sport-tourer — weekday commutes, weekend canyon runs, the occasional overnight trip. The KM1's quick warm-up, capable wet grip, and strong wear life were engineered exactly for your riding pattern.

Perfect Match

Budget-Conscious Enthusiast

Riding a naked bike or older supersport mostly on the street and want confident, predictable handling without dropping premium money on rubber you're not using to its limits? The KM1 delivers real performance where it counts and stretches your dollar on wear life.

Great Match

Track-Day Regular

If you're spending multiple weekends a season chasing lap times, the KM1's street-optimized compound and moderate track score won't give you the edge feedback or heat-cycling performance you need. Step up to a dedicated sport or track tire and save the KM1 for the ride home.

Consider Dunlop Q4 or Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	120/70ZR17	58W · 520 lbs / 168 mph	0301-0913	040017017B1	—	$99.73$117.95Save $18
Rear	160/60ZR17	69W · 716 lbs / 168 mph	0302-1588	040016017B1	—	$125.10$147.95Save $23
Rear	180/55ZR17	73W · 805 lbs / 168 mph	0302-1567	040015517B1	—	$128.49$151.95Save $23
Rear	190/50ZR17	73W · 805 lbs / 168 mph	0302-1568	040015017B1	—	$136.10$160.95Save $25

Frequently Asked

Expect roughly 6,000–8,000 miles if you're riding spiritedly on a sport-touring bike, and potentially 8,000–10,000-plus for more conservative street commuting. Heavier bikes and aggressive throttle habits will pull that number down, but the KM1's wear life is one of its genuine strengths in this price range.

It'll survive a track day, but the KM1 scores a 6.2 on track capability for a reason — it's tuned for street use, not sustained lap pace. Riders pushing hard at the limit will notice less edge feedback and slower heat cycling compared to dedicated sport tires. For occasional canyon riding with the occasional HPDE at a relaxed pace, fine. For serious track days, look at the Dunlop Q4 or Pirelli Diablo Rosso Corsa II instead.

Wet grip is actually one of the KM1's highlights — it scores an 8.1, which is strong for a sport-touring tire at this price point. The siping layout pulls water away effectively, and the compound warms up fast enough to feel confident even in damp conditions where a cold tire feels vague and unpredictable.

It means you're not white-knuckling through the first few miles waiting for the tire to come alive. Kenda's compound reaches working temperature quickly, so whether you're pulling out of your driveway on a cool morning or throwing your first corner of the day, grip builds sooner. That's a practical safety advantage, not just a marketing claim.

We'd advise against it. The front and rear are engineered as a matched pair with complementary profiles and compounds that are tuned to work together. Mixing brands or models introduces handling variables that can show up at the worst possible moment. Run the KM1 as a set — your handling will be more predictable and consistent.

The KM1 is Kenda's flagship sport-touring radial — their most performance-oriented street tire. It sits well above their cruiser and commuter offerings in terms of cornering capability and compound sophistication, while delivering notably better longevity than pure sport options. If you want Kenda's best street performance, this is the one.

Kenda KM1 Tires in Orange County — Motorcycle Tire Center

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Kenda KM1 and can mount a set while you wait — no appointment needed. If you're commuting through Irvine, carving Ortega Highway on weekends, or just looking for a sport-touring radial that delivers real grip without burning through your wallet, the KM1 deserves a hard look. It's Kenda's first serious radial in the sport-touring segment, and it shows: quick warm-up, strong wet grip at 8.1, an 8.3 wear score, and an 8.6 value rating that's tough to argue with.

Our walk-in mount and balance service is straightforward: $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire — and we sell below MSRP on the KM1 just like the rest of our inventory. Orange County riders from Huntington Beach to Fullerton, Mission Viejo to Newport Beach stop in regularly because we keep a broad selection in stock and turn installs quickly. No waiting weeks for a mail-order tire to show up while your bike sits in the garage.

Call us at (714) 516-9059 to confirm fitment or check current stock on the KM1 for your specific bike. Our staff rides and knows tires — if the KM1 is the right choice for your riding style, we'll tell you; if something else fits your needs better, we'll tell you that too. That's what being the motorcycle tire experts in Orange County actually means.

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