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Sportec™ 01

Supersport street precision with genuine wet-weather confidence — built for aggressive street riders who ride through the rain, not around it.

MTC8.1/10★★★★☆Sport · Wet-Weather Specialist
METZELER Sportec™ 01 motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandMETZELER
TypeSport / Sport-Touring
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes8
Dynatread™ adaptive construction shifts the contact patch dynamically as lean angle increases, keeping grip consistent from upright to full tuck
Patented tread geometry channels water efficiently while preserving the dry cornering feel sportbike riders expect — a rare balance in this segment
Front-end communication is a priority: steering input translates directly into chassis response for confident line-holding on canyon roads
Engineered specifically for wet-pace confidence — not just 'wet-capable,' but developed from the ground up around real rain performance at supersport speeds
W-speed rated across all available sizes, covering the full range of modern 600–1000cc sportbike applications
High-contrast sidewall graphics give modern sportbikes a clean, aggressive look without sacrificing any functional engineering priority
Select Size

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
8.1/10
★★★★☆
The Sportec™ 01 is the call for aggressive street riders on sportbikes who need real wet-grip confidence without giving up sharp, connected handling.
Performance
Dry Grip8.3
Wet Grip8.6
Street Manners8.7
Track Capability6.8
Mileage7.4
Value8.2
Best For
Aggressive Street Rider
You ride a modern sportbike hard on public roads and expect grip and feedback first — mileage is secondary. Rain hits regularly in your area and you're not willing to back off your pace every time the sky opens up. Track days happen occasionally, but the street is your arena.
Perfect Match
Sport-Touring Crossover
You stack miles on a sport-oriented machine, blending hard canyon charges with longer slab stretches. A pure touring tire feels too disconnected and slow, but you need something that handles variable weather without constant swap intervals. The Sportec™ 01 sits right in that gap.
Great Match
Track-Focused Rider
If track days are your primary mission and you're pushing advanced pace, the Sportec™ 01's street-biased compound won't give you the sustained high-temp grip or extreme lean-angle performance you need. Step up to a dedicated track tire for those sessions.
Consider Metzeler Racetec™ RR or Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SP
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front110/70ZR1754W · 467 lbs / 168 mph0301-10734598800$178.81$216.73Save $38
Front120/70ZR1758W · 520 lbs / 168 mph0301-10744598900$190.91$231.39Save $40
Rear150/60ZR1766W · 661 lbs / 168 mph0302-18924599000$228.19$276.59Save $48
Rear160/60ZR1769W · 716 lbs / 168 mph0302-18934599500$227.80$276.14Save $48
Rear180/55ZR1773W · 805 lbs / 168 mph0302-18944599400$241.14$292.28Save $51
Rear190/50ZR1773W · 805 lbs / 168 mph0302-18954599300$275.18$333.56Save $58
Rear190/55ZR1775W · 853 lbs / 168 mph0302-18964599100$293.35$355.59Save $62
Rear200/55ZR1778W · 937 lbs / 168 mph0302-18974599200$311.34$377.43Save $66
Frequently Asked
Wet performance was a central design goal for the Sportec™ 01 — not an afterthought. While a dedicated sport-touring tire like the Michelin Pilot Road series might edge it on overall wet mileage, the Sportec™ 01 delivers sharper steering response and better feedback in the rain than most sport-touring compounds. If you want supersport feel that holds up when it's slick, this tire was built for exactly that.
Realistically, plan for 4,000 to 6,000 miles depending on your riding style and bike weight. Hard canyon riders on heavier liter-class machines will burn through them faster; more measured street riding can push toward the higher end. It's the standard trade-off with sport-focused rubber — you're paying for grip and feel, not longevity. If you need more miles per set, a sport-touring option is worth considering.
Yes, at novice to intermediate pace the Sportec™ 01 is a reasonable one-tire solution for riders mixing street and occasional track use. It's not built for sustained high-heat track abuse or advanced-level lean angles, so if track days are a regular part of your schedule or you're pushing hard pace, a dedicated track compound like the Metzeler Racetec™ RR will serve you better and more safely.
Dynatread™ is Metzeler's approach to managing how the contact patch behaves as lean angle changes. Rather than creating separate 'zones' with abrupt transitions, the tread pattern and carcass work together to keep grip feel consistent from straight-line upright riding all the way through to hard cornering. On the road, this means smoother, more predictable transitions mid-corner — the tire feels the same going in as it does at full lean.
Metzeler recommends replacing front and rear as a matched pair, and we agree. Mixing tire models, compounds, or significant wear levels can introduce inconsistent handling characteristics that become unpredictable when you're riding aggressively. The Sportec™ 01 is designed to work as a system — the communication and balance you get from the front complements what the rear is doing. Come in and we'll sort the sizing for your specific bike.
It gets to working temperature fairly quickly for a sport tire — within the first few miles of normal riding. That makes it more practical for daily street use than a track compound that needs multiple heat cycles before it's fully on. That said, no street tire grips fully when it's cold, so give it a few easy miles before you start pushing hard, especially when ambient temperatures are low.

Metzeler Sportec™ 01 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Metzeler Sportec™ 01 for sportbike riders across Orange County who need a street-focused tire that doesn't flinch in the rain. Whether you're carving Ortega Highway, commuting through Irvine, or heading up to the canyons from Huntington Beach or Mission Viejo, the Sportec™ 01 delivers supersport-level steering feel and front-end communication with wet-grip performance that most sport tires simply can't match. It's a standout choice for intermediate to advanced riders who live where marine layer and occasional rain are part of the deal — not rare exceptions.

At MTC, we sell the Sportec™ 01 at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and we install it the same day you walk in. Our walk-in mount and balance service is straightforward: $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire — no appointment needed, no surprises on the bill. Our staff knows Metzeler's lineup inside and out, so if you're weighing the Sportec™ 01 against the Racetec™ RR or a sport-touring alternative, we'll give you a straight answer based on how and where you actually ride.

We serve riders throughout Orange County — Orange, Anaheim, Fullerton, Newport Beach, Irvine, Huntington Beach, and Mission Viejo — from our shop at 714 N Tustin St in Orange. Stop in any day of the week or call us at (714) 516-9059 to check current Sportec™ 01 inventory and confirm fitment for your specific bike. Get in, get mounted, get back on the road.

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