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Block™ C Reinforced

Name: Block™ C Reinforced Motorcycle Tires
Brand: METZELER
Rating: 7.8 (1 reviews)

Period-correct tube-type rubber for 1950s–60s classics — because your vintage iron deserves a tire built to modern safety standards without sacrificing authenticity.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Vintage · Street Recommended

METZELER Block™ C Reinforced motorcycle tire

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BrandMETZELER

TypeCruiser / Touring

FitmentRear

Sizes1

Bi-directional tread works front or rear — one SKU covers both axle positions on your classic, keeping your parts shelf simple

Reinforced casing adds casing plies and sidewall strength original 1960s rubber never had — better puncture resistance and high-speed stability for real road use

Classic Metzeler block pattern stays true to period-correct aesthetics — won't draw side-eye at a concours or vintage rally

Tube-type construction matches original rim geometry on 1950s–60s wheels — no bead-seat compromises, no tubeless workarounds

Modern vulcanization and quality control baked into a heritage design — you get old-school looks with decades of manufacturing improvement behind them

54P speed rating clears 93 mph — well above what most vintage chassis will ever ask of it

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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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MTC Rating

MTC Score

7.8/10

★★★★☆

The Block C Reinforced is purpose-built for classic bike owners who actually ride their machines — reliable street manners and honest durability wrapped in authentic period style.

Performance

Dry Grip6.5

Wet Grip5.8

Street Manners8.1

Track Capability3.0

Mileage7.2

Value8.4

Best For

Vintage Restorer

You've got a meticulously rebuilt 1950s or '60s machine and you want every detail right — including what's touching the pavement. The Block C gives you the correct visual profile for the era while delivering construction quality that wasn't available when your bike rolled off the floor originally. Ride it. Don't trailer it.

Perfect Match

Classic Rally Participant

Multi-day vintage rallies demand tires that look the part and hold up across varied roads. The Block C won't flag a judge's attention and it won't leave you stranded on day two of a tour. Solid, period-appropriate, and road-ready — exactly what you need when the event is as much about the journey as the show field.

Great Match

Modern Classic Rider

If you're riding a retro-styled modern bike with tubeless wheels and current-generation sizing, the Block C isn't your tire. Your machine can handle — and deserves — a contemporary compound with advanced wet-weather capability. Ask us about the Roadtec 01 for sport-touring duty or the Sportec M9 RR if you want more edge grip.

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Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
RearOOS	N/A	—	0306-0513	0109800	8019227010985	$124.86$151.36Save $27

Frequently Asked

No — and this is important. The Block C is engineered exclusively for tube-type rims, which have different bead seat geometry than tubeless wheels. Mounting it on a tubeless rim, even with a tube installed, can prevent proper bead seating and create a genuine safety hazard. Match your tire type to your rim spec, every time.

The Block C's tread pattern is symmetrical in rotation, so it performs correctly whether it's spinning forward or backward. That means the same tire can go on either the front or rear axle. For someone running multiple vintage bikes, that's a real convenience — one size in the garage covers both positions without juggling separate front and rear SKUs. Just confirm load ratings still suit each position.

Reinforcement means additional casing plies and a strengthened sidewall — things the original 1960s tires simply didn't have. The practical result is better resistance to punctures, improved stability when modern traffic pushes you toward the top of the speed range, and longer service life overall. You get the period look without the period-level engineering limitations.

The 54P speed rating covers operation up to 93 mph, which is more than adequate for any vintage chassis it's designed to fit. That said, the tire isn't the limiting factor here — the handling characteristics and suspension geometry of a 60-year-old motorcycle are. Let the bike set the pace; the Block C will keep up.

Metzeler recommends using a Metzeler-branded tube to stay within warranty compliance and ensure a proper fit. Size the tube to match the tire — 3.00-19 for the 3.00-19 Block C — and make sure the valve stem configuration suits your rim. It's a small detail that matters for long-term reliability.

Reinforced construction puts realistic mileage in the 5,000–8,000 range depending on how and where you ride. On most vintage bikes that accumulate miles gradually, rubber age tends to become the replacement trigger before tread wear does — plan on a fresh set every four to six years regardless of depth. We can eyeball them for you any time you stop by the shop.

Metzeler Block C Reinforced Tires in Orange County — MTC

At Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA, we stock the Metzeler Block C Reinforced for the vintage riders across Orange County who actually put miles on their classics. Whether you're keeping a 1960s British twin show-ready for Irvine events or touring from Fullerton to Newport Beach on a restored Italian single, this is the tire that checks both boxes — authentic period appearance and construction quality that original rubber could never match. We carry it at below-MSRP dealer pricing because we think the vintage community deserves the same deal as everyone else.

The Block C is tube-type only, bi-directional, and reinforced for real road use. That combination makes it straightforward to spec and easy to live with. When you bring your bike to our Orange location, our technicians know exactly what they're working with on older wheel designs — no guesswork, no improvised setups. Walk-in mount and balance is available, priced at $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire. We handle classic machinery regularly and treat it accordingly.

Serving riders throughout Orange County — Anaheim, Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, and beyond — Motorcycle Tire Center is the shop that carries specialty fitments like the Block C alongside everything else in the Metzeler lineup. Have a size question or want to confirm fitment before you make the drive? Call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll sort it out on the spot.

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