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180/65-16 Motorcycle Tires

11 models in 180/65-16, from 6 brands we stock. Order online for delivery, or have them fitted at the shop in Orange.

What 180/65-16 means

180 is the section width in millimetres, measured across the tread. 65 is the aspect ratio: the sidewall is 65% of the section width, which works out to roughly 117 mm here. 16 is the rim diameter in inches — the wheel this tire mounts on.

On most motorcycles a 180/65-16 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 180/65-16 tire we stock

DUNLOP American Elite — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
DUNLOP
American Elite

Dunlop's American-made cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson riders who demand longevity, wet confidence, and classic style mile after mile.

Cross-Country CruiserWeekend Canyon CarverHeritage Enthusiast
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DUNLOP American Elite

Dunlop's American-made cruiser tire built for Harley-Davidson riders who demand longevity, wet confidence, and classic style mile after mile.

The American Elite is the go-to cruiser tire for Harley and V-twin riders who prioritize real-world mileage, wet grip, and loaded-bike stability over track-day performance.

Best for
Cross-Country CruiserWeekend Canyon CarverHeritage Enthusiast
METZELER ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra — 180/65-16 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
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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
MICHELIN Commander III Reinforced Touring — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
MICHELIN
Commander III Reinforced Touring

Michelin's purpose-built touring tire for V-twin riders who demand class-leading mileage, two-up load stability, and all-weather confidence on every long haul.

Long-Haul LarryWeekend Warrior WendyCanyon Carver Chris
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MICHELIN Commander III Reinforced Touring

Michelin's purpose-built touring tire for V-twin riders who demand class-leading mileage, two-up load stability, and all-weather confidence on every long haul.

Best suited for loaded V-twin touring riders who prioritize long tread life, wet-weather reliability, and two-up stability over spirited canyon performance.

Best for
Long-Haul LarryWeekend Warrior WendyCanyon Carver Chris
MICHELIN Commander II Reinforced Cruiser — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
MICHELIN
Commander II Reinforced Cruiser

Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser tire built for loaded touring miles, wet-road confidence, and the torque demands of American V-twins and metric cruisers alike.

Long-Distance TourerWeekend CruiserAggressive Canyon Carver
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MICHELIN Commander II Reinforced Cruiser

Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser tire built for loaded touring miles, wet-road confidence, and the torque demands of American V-twins and metric cruisers alike.

The Commander II Reinforced is built for high-mileage cruiser and touring riders who want wet-weather confidence, load capacity, and tires that simply outlast the competition.

Best for
Long-Distance TourerWeekend CruiserAggressive Canyon Carver
MICHELIN Scorcher 31 Reinforced — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
MICHELIN
Scorcher 31 Reinforced

Michelin's MotoGP-derived compound meets the American V-twin — engineered for Harley riders who want real grip, real mileage, and all-weather confidence.

Daily Commuter / Weekend CruiserCanyon Carver on a V-Twin PlatformAggressive Sport Rider
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MICHELIN Scorcher 31 Reinforced

Michelin's MotoGP-derived compound meets the American V-twin — engineered for Harley riders who want real grip, real mileage, and all-weather confidence.

Best suited for Harley V-twin riders who split time between daily commuting and weekend canyon runs and need a tire that handles both with confidence.

Best for
Daily Commuter / Weekend CruiserCanyon Carver on a V-Twin PlatformAggressive Sport Rider
METZELER ME 888 Marathon™ Ultra Reinforced — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
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.

Long-Haul TourerWeekend Sport-TourerAggressive Canyon Rider
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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
Long-Haul TourerWeekend Sport-TourerAggressive Canyon Rider
PIRELLI Night Dragon™ GT Tire Reinforced — 180/65-16
PIRELLI
Night Dragon™ GT Tire Reinforced

Pirelli's reinforced cruiser tire built for serious mileage and V-Twin torque — ideal for long-haul riders who refuse to sacrifice grip for longevity.

Long-Haul Cruiser PilotWeekend Canyon CarverSport-Touring Enthusiast
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PIRELLI Night Dragon™ GT Tire Reinforced

Pirelli's reinforced cruiser tire built for serious mileage and V-Twin torque — ideal for long-haul riders who refuse to sacrifice grip for longevity.

The Night Dragon GT Reinforced is the go-to choice for high-mileage cruiser riders who want Pirelli grip and durability in a tire built for big, torquey bikes.

Best for
Long-Haul Cruiser PilotWeekend Canyon CarverSport-Touring Enthusiast
METZELER Cruisetec™ Reinforced — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
METZELER
Cruisetec™ Reinforced

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

Performance Bagger PilotAggressive Street CruiserMaximum Mileage Tourer
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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
Performance Bagger PilotAggressive Street CruiserMaximum Mileage Tourer
AVON Cobra Chrome AV92 Reinforced — 180/65-16 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
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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
DUNLOP AE2 — 180/65-16 motorcycle tire
DUNLOP
AE2

A reinforced cruiser and touring tire built for V-twin torque, heavy loads, and all-weather mileage on Harley-Davidson and Indian platforms.

Long-Distance TourerDaily Cruiser CommuterSport-Touring Enthusiast
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DUNLOP AE2

A reinforced cruiser and touring tire built for V-twin torque, heavy loads, and all-weather mileage on Harley-Davidson and Indian platforms.

Best suited to high-mileage V-twin riders who need load-carrying confidence and all-weather grip without overpaying for sport performance they'll never use.

Best for
Long-Distance TourerDaily Cruiser CommuterSport-Touring Enthusiast
KENDA K6702 Cataclysm — 180/65-16 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
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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

Brands that make a 180/65-16

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 180/65-16 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.