Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Motorcycle Tire 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) Tubeless

The fifth generation Sportmax Q5 is a purpose-built, track-day tire that's been in the making for over 4 years. An evolution of the popular Sportmax Q4 and MotoAmerica road race tires, the Q5 features the best, cutting edge technologies. Taking all of the excellent performance features of a track tire, yet keeping it street legal.

• Jointless Tread (JLT) technology allows for a continuously wound strip to optimize placement of the compound in specific areas of the tire for optimal stability, flex and grip
• Improved compound features Dunlop's Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology, creating more bonding points with polymers and improving heat distribution throughout
• Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) for ultra-linear and responsive steering with increased contact patch
• User-friendly design offers track day performance, with excellent grip in both wet and dry conditions
• Optimized tread pattern and position to aid in quicker warm-up time and wet weather performance
• Taller, narrower profile to aid with turn-in and feel, with increased footprint at camber
• Enhanced construction, profile, compound and tread pattern

The Dunlop Sportmax Q5 rear motorcycle tire is a street-legal, track-focused radial tire designed for riders who want responsive handling and dependable grip during spirited street riding and track-day use. Developed as the fifth generation of the Sportmax Q line, the Q5 builds on the performance of the Sportmax Q4 and Dunlop’s MotoAmerica road-racing tire technology.

Jointless Tread (JLT) construction uses a continuously wound tread strip to help optimize compound placement for stability, controlled flex, and traction. Dunlop Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology improves bonding between polymers and promotes more consistent heat distribution throughout the tire. The Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) supports linear steering response, precise turn-in, and an increased contact patch as the motorcycle leans.

The Dunlop Sportmax Q5 also features an optimized tread pattern to support quick warm-up and wet-weather performance, making it suitable for riders who need track-day capability without giving up street legality. Its taller, narrower profile is engineered to enhance turn-in and rider feedback while maintaining a larger footprint at lean angles. This rear tire uses a tubeless design with a black sidewall and directional tread.

What's Included: One Dunlop Sportmax Q5 rear motorcycle tire. Professional installation, balancing, and fitment verification are recommended before use.

Fitment: Designed for motorcycles requiring a 180/55ZR17 rear tire with a 73W speed rating. Confirm wheel, clearance, load, speed, and motorcycle manufacturer requirements before installation.

Brand: Dunlop
Part Number: dun45247185

Features:

• Track-Day Performance: Street-legal design delivers high-performance handling and grip for spirited riding and track-day applications.
• Jointless Tread Technology: Continuously wound tread construction helps optimize stability, controlled flex, compound placement, and traction.
• Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology: Advanced compound technology improves polymer bonding and supports more consistent heat distribution.
• Responsive Handling: Intuitive Response Profile, taller profile, and optimized footprint promote linear steering, quicker turn-in, and enhanced rider feedback.

Air Freight Prohibited: false
Not Carb Approved: false
Ltl Freight Required: false
Prop 65: Unknown
Part Type: powersports
Epa: N/A
Carb Acknowledgement Required: false
Regular Stock: t
Units Per Sku: 1
Construction: Radial
Directional: Yes
Load Index: 73.00
Load Speed: (73W)
Sidewall: BSW
Tire Model: DUN Sportmax Q5 Tires
Aspect Ratio: 55.00
Speed Rating: W
Tire Type: Sport/Sport Touring
Wheel Diameter: 17.00
Wheel Position: Rear
Tire Width: 180.00
Tube Type: Tubeless