METZELERCruiserTouring

Cruisetec™

Metzeler's performance-first cruiser tire — built for V-twin riders who want real cornering confidence without giving up highway mileage.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Cruiser · Wet-Weather Confident

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BrandMETZELER

TypeCruiser / Touring

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes28

Dual-compound rear construction delivers lateral grip in the corners while preserving the mileage cruiser riders depend on

High-silica tread compound maintains chemical grip on wet asphalt — one of the strongest wet scores in the cruiser segment at 8.5

Extended groove channeling evacuates water efficiently and stabilizes lean angles on imperfect canyon and backroad surfaces

Tread geometry tuned specifically for V-twin torque delivery — handles hard acceleration without squirm or unpredictable push

Fits baggers, customs, and touring cruisers across 28 size options — front and rear engineered as a matched performance system

Bridges the gap between pure highway touring and spirited riding — more dynamic than the Marathon 888 without sacrificing real-world versatility

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METZELER

ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra

From $182

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ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra Reinforced

From $220

METZELER

Cruisetec™ Reinforced

From $224

MICHELIN

Commander III Cruiser

Select Size

Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

Fulfillment

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

The Cruisetec is the go-to for V-twin riders who carve backroads on weekends and need genuine wet-weather grip every other day of the year.

Performance

Dry Grip8.3

Wet Grip8.5

Street Manners8.7

Track Capability4.2

Mileage7.8

Value8.0

Best For

Canyon Cruiser

You're on a V-twin bagger or custom every weekend — highway on the way out, twisty backroads once you get there. You're done with tires that force you to choose between handling feel and acceptable mileage. The Cruisetec was built for exactly this riding profile.

Perfect Match

All-Weather Tourer

You rack up serious annual miles in all conditions and you can't afford to get caught out in the rain on a tire that goes vague. The Cruisetec's 8.5 wet grip score and extended groove pattern give you real confidence when the skies open up — with more responsive handling than most traditional touring rubber offers.

Great Match

Pure Highway Cruiser

If your riding is mostly interstate slab with very little cornering and you want to squeeze every possible mile out of a tire, the Cruisetec's performance compound is working harder than you need it to. The Marathon 888 is a better fit — built for maximum longevity and straight-line stability over dynamic handling.

Consider Metzeler Marathon 888

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	100/80-17	—	0305-0762	3822700	8019227382273	$167.02$202.45Save $35
Front	100/90-19	—	0305-0634	4574500	—	$173.01$209.75Save $37
Front	110/90-19	—	0305-0635	4195900	8019227419597	$238.46$289.08Save $51
Front	120/70ZR19	60W · 551 lbs / 168 mph	0301-0774	3577300	8019227357738	$266.87$323.53Save $57
Front	130/60B19	—	0305-0636	3576300	8019227357639	$220.89$267.74Save $47
Front	130/60B21	—	0305-0663	4195500	8019227419559	$228.24$276.69Save $48
Front	130/70B18	—	0305-0843	4404600	8019227397451	$229.71$278.48Save $49
Front	130/70R18	—	0301-0824	3578400	8019227357844	$255.44$309.62Save $54
Front	130/80B17	—	0305-0633	3576100	8019227357615	$281.58$341.35Save $60
Front	130/80B17	—	0305-0842	3950900	8019227395099	$282.81$342.81Save $60
Front	150/80-16	—	0305-0632	3576900	8019227357691	$300.86$364.69Save $64
Front	150/80R17	—	0301-0982	4283100	8019227428315	$324.26$393.06Save $69
Front	160/60R18	—	0301-0881	3797200	8019227379723	$340.57$412.85Save $72
Front	160/70R17	—	0301-0973	4173200	8019227417326	$354.74$430.01Save $75
Front	MH90-21 · 80/90-21	—	0305-0637	4195400	8019227419542	$185.94$225.40Save $39
FrontOOS	MT90B16 · 130/90-16	—	0305-0630	4528000	—	$190.45$230.89Save $40
RearOOS	140/75R15	—	0302-1481	3822800	8019227382280	$233.98$283.66Save $50
Rear	180/55ZR18	74W · 827 lbs / 168 mph	0302-1301	3577500	8019227357752	$358.85$435.03Save $76
Rear	180/60R16	—	0302-1299	3577700	8019227357776	$354.05$429.21Save $75
RearOOS	180/60R16	—	0302-1480	3838700	8019227383874	$384.99$399.53Save $15
Rear	180/70B16	—	0306-0661	3577000	8019227357707	$382.22$463.36Save $81
Rear	180/70R16	—	0302-1708	4173300	8019227417333	$329.59$399.53Save $70
Rear	200/55R17	—	0302-1300	3577900	8019227357790	$292.55$354.66Save $62
Rear	240/40R18	—	0302-1302	3577400	8019227357745	$348.52$422.52Save $74
Rear	240/50R16	—	0302-1709	4283200	8019227428322	$316.45$383.62Save $67
Rear	260/40R18	—	0302-1341	3656900	8019227365696	$320.18$388.12Save $68
Rear	MT90B16 · 130/90-16	—	0306-0685	3578300	8019227357837	$268.93$325.99Save $57
Rear	MU85B16 · 140/90-16	—	0306-0656	3578100	8019227357813	$290.01$351.55Save $62

Frequently Asked

Think of them as two different philosophies within the same brand. The Cruisetec uses a dual-compound rear and higher-performance compound to deliver better cornering grip and more responsive handling — it's the choice when your ride involves real canyon miles. The Marathon 888 is optimized for longevity and straight-line highway stability. If you push through corners, go Cruisetec. If you're mostly slab, the 888 makes more sense.

Most riders see somewhere between 8,000 and 12,000 miles from the rear, depending on bike weight, riding style, and road conditions. Riders who lean the bike hard on canyon runs regularly will land toward the lower end of that range. Mix in a fair amount of highway miles and you're looking at 9,000–10,000 miles as a reasonable expectation. Fronts typically go 12,000–18,000 miles.

Yes — the Cruisetec is built with fully loaded V-twin platforms in mind. The dual-compound rear manages the torque output and added weight of bikes like Road Glides and Street Glides whether you're solo or carrying a passenger and gear. The tread design maintains stability under load without going wooden or unpredictable.

Two things working together: the high-silica compound stays pliable at lower temperatures, improving adhesion to wet pavement on a molecular level rather than just relying on groove drainage. And the extended groove pattern actively moves water out from under the contact patch as you lean. The result is a tire that feels planted and honest in the rain — not vague like a lot of cruiser rubber tends to get.

Metzeler engineers the front and rear as a system, and we recommend running them as a set for the best handling balance. Mismatched tires — even quality ones from other brands — can create inconsistent behavior during transitions and mid-corner adjustments. When you're in for a rear swap at MTC, it's worth discussing the front condition at the same time.

Yes — plan for roughly the first 100 miles to be relatively easy riding. Manufacturing release agents need to wear off the tread surface before the tire reaches full grip. During break-in, keep lean angles conservative and avoid hard braking or aggressive acceleration. After that, the tire is fully scuffed in and you can ride it the way it was designed to be ridden.

Metzeler Cruisetec Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Metzeler Cruisetec for V-twin riders throughout Orange County — from Anaheim and Fullerton to Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Irvine, and Huntington Beach. The Cruisetec earns its place as Metzeler's performance pick in the cruiser segment by pairing a dual-compound rear with a high-silica formulation that genuinely delivers in wet conditions. If your riding involves any real canyon roads or unpredictable Southern California weather, this tire handles both better than most of the competition in its class.

At MTC, we sell the Cruisetec at below-MSRP dealer pricing and mount it the same day — walk-ins welcome. Our standard installation is $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire, with no appointment needed. Our technicians work on cruisers and baggers daily and can confirm fitment across the Cruisetec's 28-size lineup for your specific bike before we put it on the machine.

Have questions about whether the Cruisetec is the right call versus the Marathon 888 for your riding style? Give us a call at (714) 516-9059 — we'll give you a straight answer based on how and where you actually ride, not just push the more expensive option. That's the MTC difference: tire expertise without the upsell.

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View tire →8.3

METZELER ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra

Metzeler's premium long-haul tire built for custom baggers and touring rigs that eat miles without sacrificing predictable handling.

The ME 888 Marathon Ultra is the go-to tire for serious touring and bagger riders who want maximum mileage with dependable, consistent handling from day one to replacement day.

Best for

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METZELER ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra Reinforced

Metzeler's marathon-grade cruiser tire built for heavy iron, long hauls, and riders who refuse to choose between mileage and real-world grip.

The ME 888 Marathon Ultra is built for high-mileage cruiser and bagger riders who demand durability and load stability without giving up street-worthy grip.

Best for

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METZELER

Cruisetec™ Reinforced

A performance-forward cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins — handles canyon sweepers and loaded touring runs without compromise.

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METZELER Cruisetec™ Reinforced

A performance-forward cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins — handles canyon sweepers and loaded touring runs without compromise.

Best suited to bagger and power cruiser riders who want real wet-weather confidence and canyon-capable grip without abandoning touring durability.

Best for

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MICHELIN

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Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.

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MICHELIN Commander III Cruiser

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Best fit for V-twin riders who log real miles in unpredictable weather and want maximum wet-road confidence without giving up tread life

Best for

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