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170/80-15 Motorcycle Tires

9 models in 170/80-15, from 7 brands we stock. Order online for delivery, or have them fitted at the shop in Orange.

What 170/80-15 means

170 is the section width in millimetres, measured across the tread. 80 is the aspect ratio: the sidewall is 80% of the section width, which works out to roughly 136 mm here. 15 is the rim diameter in inches — the wheel this tire mounts on.

On most motorcycles a 170/80-15 is a rear tire.

The sizes listed for each model are the sizes it is made in. Confirm against the size on your own bike before ordering — wheel swaps change fitment.

Every 170/80-15 tire we stock

MICHELIN Commander II Cruiser — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
MICHELIN
Commander II Cruiser

Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.

Long-Haul TourerDaily Cruiser CommuterCanyon Carver
View tire →8.3
MICHELIN Commander II Cruiser

Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.

The Commander II is the go-to choice for heavyweight cruiser and touring riders who want maximum mileage, confident wet-weather traction, and proven reliability over the long haul.

Best for
Long-Haul TourerDaily Cruiser CommuterCanyon Carver
MICHELIN Commander III Cruiser — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
MICHELIN
Commander III Cruiser

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

All-Weather CommuterWeekend Touring RiderAggressive Canyon Carver
View tire →9.3
MICHELIN Commander III Cruiser

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

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
All-Weather CommuterWeekend Touring RiderAggressive Canyon Carver
DUNLOP D404 — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
DUNLOP
D404

A dependable bias-ply cruiser tire built for metric and Japanese platforms — the OE-trusted choice for Shadow, V-Star, and Vulcan riders who want mileage and comfort over track credentials.

Daily CommuterWeekend CruiserCanyon Carver
View tire →7.8
DUNLOP D404

A dependable bias-ply cruiser tire built for metric and Japanese platforms — the OE-trusted choice for Shadow, V-Star, and Vulcan riders who want mileage and comfort over track credentials.

The D404 is the go-to replacement tire for metric cruiser riders who want honest mileage and predictable street manners without paying for performance they'll never use.

Best for
Daily CommuterWeekend CruiserCanyon Carver
METZELER ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
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.

Long-Haul TourerCustom Bagger EnthusiastSport-Touring Rider
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
Long-Haul TourerCustom Bagger EnthusiastSport-Touring Rider
PIRELLI Night Dragon™ GT — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
PIRELLI
Night Dragon™ GT

Pirelli's evolved cruiser touring tire — built for V-Twin and metric cruiser riders who demand serious mileage without giving up confident handling.

Long-Distance TourerSpirited Cruiser RiderTrack Day Enthusiast
View tire →8.2
PIRELLI Night Dragon™ GT

Pirelli's evolved cruiser touring tire — built for V-Twin and metric cruiser riders who demand serious mileage without giving up confident handling.

The Night Dragon GT is the go-to cruiser tire for V-Twin and metric riders who prioritize durability and highway stability without sacrificing corner confidence.

Best for
Long-Distance TourerSpirited Cruiser RiderTrack Day Enthusiast
AVON Cobra Chrome AV92 Reinforced — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
AVON
Cobra Chrome AV92 Reinforced

A reinforced cruiser tire built for power V-twins and loaded baggers — wet-weather capable, long-lasting, and sharp enough for canyon carving.

Touring EnthusiastPower Cruiser PilotTrack-Focused Rider
View tire →8.3
AVON Cobra Chrome AV92 Reinforced

A reinforced cruiser tire built for power V-twins and loaded baggers — wet-weather capable, long-lasting, and sharp enough for canyon carving.

The AV92 Reinforced is the go-to choice for power cruiser and bagger riders who want genuine wet-weather confidence and long-haul durability without sacrificing street feel.

Best for
Touring EnthusiastPower Cruiser PilotTrack-Focused Rider
KENDA K673 Kruz — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
KENDA
K673 Kruz

A dependable all-weather cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins, baggers, and long-haul touring rigs that need stability, load capacity, and honest mileage.

Highway HaulerWeekend CruiserAggressive Canyon Carver
View tire →7.8
KENDA K673 Kruz

A dependable all-weather cruiser tire built for heavyweight V-twins, baggers, and long-haul touring rigs that need stability, load capacity, and honest mileage.

The K673 Kruz is built for cruiser and touring riders who want dependable wet-weather grip and solid mileage at a price that doesn't sting.

Best for
Highway HaulerWeekend CruiserAggressive Canyon Carver
KENDA K6702 Cataclysm — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
KENDA
K6702 Cataclysm

Dual-compound cruiser and touring tire engineered for heavyweight bikes that demand long-haul durability and confident canyon grip.

Heavy Cruiser EnthusiastSport-Touring CommuterTrack Day Regular
View tire →7.8
KENDA K6702 Cataclysm

Dual-compound cruiser and touring tire engineered for heavyweight bikes that demand long-haul durability and confident canyon grip.

Best suited for heavy-bike riders who split time between highway miles and weekend twisties and want predictable all-weather performance without breaking the bank.

Best for
Heavy Cruiser EnthusiastSport-Touring CommuterTrack Day Regular
MITAS Custom Force — 170/80-15 motorcycle tire
MITAS
Custom Force

European-engineered cruiser rubber built for long hauls, loaded bikes, and year-round riding confidence on California roads.

Highway HaulerWeekend CruiserCanyon Carver
View tire →7.8
MITAS Custom Force

European-engineered cruiser rubber built for long hauls, loaded bikes, and year-round riding confidence on California roads.

The Custom Force is built for the cruiser rider who logs real miles in real weather — loaded, two-up, or solo on the 91 at rush hour.

Best for
Highway HaulerWeekend CruiserCanyon Carver

Brands that make a 170/80-15

Other common sizes

Running a different size front and rear? These are the other sizes we stock, closest wheel diameter first.

Before you buy

Fitting a 170/80-15 at MTC

We mount and balance every tire we sell, and tires you bring in. Walk-ins welcome at the Orange shop, or book a slot so the bay is ready when you arrive.