MAXXISAdventureDual-Sport

Carnivore RT

Name: Carnivore RT Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MAXXIS
Rating: 7.8 (5 reviews)

A rugged dual-purpose tire built for dual-sport and adventure riders who split time between pavement and unpaved backroads without wanting to compromise either.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Adventure · Dual-Sport Recommended

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BrandMAXXIS

TypeAdventure / Dual-Sport

FitmentRear

Sizes5

Shoulder blocks wrap over the sidewall to buffer against rocks, roots, and debris when you leave the pavement

Triple square shoulder profile delivers lateral stability and cornering confidence on paved surfaces

Center tread block geometry promotes responsive, predictable steering across asphalt, gravel, and packed dirt

Bridge-reinforced center blocks resist flex under hard acceleration and braking for a planted, stable feel

Dual-purpose tread pattern splits the difference between street manners and light off-road traction

Reinforced sidewall construction adds meaningful protection against cuts and impact damage on rough terrain

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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 for dual-sport and adventure riders who need a dependable, durable tire across mixed surfaces without sacrificing too much on either end

Performance

Dry Grip7.5

Wet Grip7.2

Street Manners7.6

Track Capability5.5

Mileage8.1

Value8.3

Best For

Adventure Commuter

You put daily miles on a dual-sport or adventure bike and still want to detour onto a fire road or gravel path on the weekend. You care more about real-world durability and versatility than chasing peak performance numbers — the Carnivore RT was built with you in mind.

Perfect Match

Sport-Touring Explorer

Most of your riding is on pavement, but you like picking routes that eventually turn to dirt or chip-seal. You want a tire that keeps its composure on canyon roads and still gives you a confidence buffer when the asphalt ends — the Carnivore RT delivers on both.

Great Match

Track Day Enthusiast

If maximum lean-angle grip and on-limit feedback on a closed course are your priorities, a dual-purpose tire is the wrong tool. The Carnivore RT's versatility comes at the expense of outright track performance — step up to a dedicated sport tire for track days.

Consider Avon 3D Supersport or similar dedicated sport tire

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Rear	28x10R14	—	0320-1504	TM00438500	4717784526850	$247.04$294.00Save $47
Rear	30x10R14	—	0332-0140	TM00370300	4717784526171	$252.96$301.00Save $48
Rear	30x10R15	—	0320-1531	TM00438400	4717784526874	$257.13$306.00Save $49
Rear	32x10R14	—	0320-1503	TM00435900	4717784526867	$277.32$330.00Save $53
Rear	32x10R15	—	0320-1530	TM00436000	4717784526881	$290.74$346.00Save $55

Frequently Asked

Yes — the bridge-reinforced center blocks and optimized tread geometry keep the tire stable and planted at highway speeds. It's not a dedicated touring tire, so don't expect the same silky comfort as a pure road tire, but it handles sustained highway miles well. Wear life holds up reasonably even with heavy freeway use.

Wet performance is adequate for all-season riding — you won't be caught off guard in light rain or on damp canyon roads. That said, the tread pattern is optimized for multi-surface versatility rather than maximum wet cornering grip, so give yourself extra margin in heavy downpours. It's not in the same league as a dedicated sport-road tire in the wet.

For mixed street and light off-road use, most riders get somewhere in the range of 6,000–9,000 miles — solid numbers for a dual-purpose tire. Stick mostly to pavement and you'll likely see the higher end of that range; push it harder on dirt and gravel and expect to trade some mileage for the fun. The reinforced center construction genuinely helps with wear resistance.

The Carnivore RT is at home on gravel roads, fire roads, and well-maintained dirt paths — it's a real dual-purpose tire, not just a street tire with some aggressive graphics. Where it taps out is technical single-track and aggressive off-road riding; for that, you want a purpose-built knobby. Think of it as confidently expanding your riding territory, not replacing a dedicated dirt tire.

More than you'd expect from a street-adjacent tire. The shoulder blocks extending over the sidewall act as a genuine buffer against rock strikes, root impacts, and curb hits that would pinch or cut a standard road tire. It's not armor plating, but it adds real-world confidence when you're picking your way through rough terrain off the pavement.

Important question — the Carnivore RT's size range (28–32 inch diameter, 10-inch width, 14–15 inch rim) is designed for UTVs, ATVs, and similar off-road machines, not standard street motorcycles. Confirm your specific application and rim specs before ordering. If you're unsure, call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll verify fitment before you buy.

Maxxis Carnivore RT Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Maxxis Carnivore RT for Orange County riders who need a tire that earns its keep on both paved roads and the unpaved terrain beyond them. Whether you're commuting through Irvine and Anaheim during the week or running fire roads outside Mission Viejo on the weekend, the Carnivore RT is engineered to handle the transition without asking you to pick a lane. It's a genuine dual-purpose tire — not a street tire with a tougher look — and we carry it because our adventure and dual-sport customers keep asking for it.

We price the Carnivore RT below MSRP because we believe riders in Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, and across the OC deserve dealer-level pricing without the runaround. Walk into our Orange shop and we'll mount and balance your new set on the spot: $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire, no appointment needed. Our team knows this tire's fitment specifics — particularly important given the Carnivore RT's UTV and ATV size range — so we'll confirm compatibility for your machine before anything goes on the lift.

Questions about whether the Carnivore RT is right for your ride? Give us a call at (714) 516-9059. We'll talk you through the tire's real-world strengths, honest limitations, and whether it's the best fit for how you actually ride — not just what sounds good on paper. That's what it means to work with the motorcycle tire experts.

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