Dunlop Sportmax Q5 Rear Tire 200/55ZR17 M/C (78W) TL - dun45247189

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 tire is a street-legal, track-day-focused motorcycle tire engineered for riders who want responsive handling, strong cornering performance, and dependable grip in a broad range of conditions. Developed as the fifth generation of the Sportmax Q line, it builds on the proven performance of the Sportmax Q4 and Dunlop’s MotoAmerica road race tire technology. The Q5 combines a race-inspired construction with practical street capability for spirited riding and track-day use.

Dunlop’s Jointless Tread (JLT) technology uses a continuously wound strip to help position the tread compound precisely across the tire. This supports consistent stability, controlled flex, and predictable grip. Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology improves bonding between polymers while helping distribute heat throughout the tread, supporting dependable performance during demanding sessions. The Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) is designed to provide linear steering response and a larger contact patch as the motorcycle leans.

• Track-day performance with street-legal design
• Optimized tread pattern supports quick warm-up and wet-weather performance
• Taller, narrower profile promotes responsive turn-in and enhanced rider feedback
• Increased footprint at lean angles supports cornering grip

This Dunlop Sportmax Q5 is a rear-position, radial, tubeless motorcycle tire with a directional tread design and black sidewall. It uses a 200/55ZR17 fitment with a W speed rating and 78 load index. Verify motorcycle manufacturer specifications, wheel compatibility, and required tire load and speed ratings before installation. Professional mounting and balancing are recommended.

What's Included

• One Dunlop Sportmax Q5 rear motorcycle tire

Key Product Specifications & Technical Data

• Brand: Dunlop
• Part Number: dun45247189
• Tire Model: Sportmax Q5
• Position: Rear
• Construction: Radial
• Tire Type: Sport/Sport Touring
• Size: 200/55ZR17 M/C
• Tube Type: Tubeless

Features:

• Jointless Tread (JLT) technology helps optimize compound placement for stability, controlled flex, and consistent grip.
• Racing Type Fine Carbon Technology improves polymer bonding and supports more even heat distribution.
• Intuitive Response Profile (IRP) delivers linear steering response and an enlarged contact patch at lean.
• Street-legal track-day design provides strong dry grip while maintaining wet-weather usability.
• Optimized tread pattern promotes quicker warm-up and improved performance in damp conditions.
• Taller, narrower profile supports faster turn-in and clearer rider feedback.
• Increased footprint at camber enhances cornering contact and grip.
• Enhanced construction, profile, compound, and tread design support demanding sport riding.

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: 78.00
Load Speed: (78W)
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: 200.00
Tube Type: Tubeless