Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Motorcycle Tire 190/50ZR17 M/C (73W) TL - dUN45247187

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 purpose-built, track-day tire engineered for riders who want advanced circuit performance without sacrificing street legality. Developed from the proven Sportmax Q4 platform and Dunlop’s MotoAmerica road race experience, the Q5 combines responsive handling, strong cornering grip, and dependable performance across a broad range of riding conditions.

Dunlop Jointless Tread (JLT) technology uses a continuously wound tread strip to place compound precisely where it is needed, helping optimize stability, flex, and traction. Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology improves bonding between polymers and promotes more consistent heat distribution throughout the tire. The Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) supports ultra-linear steering response, increased contact patch, and confident feedback during aggressive cornering.

The Sportmax Q5 features a taller, narrower profile to aid turn-in and rider feel while increasing the footprint at lean. Its optimized tread pattern helps promote quick warm-up and improved wet-weather performance, giving riders a more user-friendly tire for track days and spirited street use. The enhanced construction, profile, compound, and tread design work together to deliver predictable handling in both dry and wet conditions.

What’s Included: One Dunlop Sportmax Q5 rear motorcycle tire. Professional installation, mounting, balancing, and inspection are recommended before use. Confirm wheel and motorcycle fitment with the manufacturer’s application data before installation.

Features:

• Jointless Tread (JLT) technology: Continuously wound tread construction helps optimize compound placement for stability, controlled flex, and strong grip.
• Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology: Creates additional bonding points with polymers and helps distribute heat more consistently throughout the tire.
• Intuitive Response Profile (IRP): Provides ultra-linear steering response, increased contact patch, and precise rider feedback during cornering.
• Track-day performance with street legality: Delivers strong dry and wet-weather grip, quick warm-up characteristics, and predictable handling for road and circuit use.

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: 50.00
Speed Rating: W
Tire Type: Sport/Sport Touring
Wheel Diameter: 17.00
Wheel Position: Rear
Tire Width: 190.00
Tube Type: Tubeless