Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact Sport Touring Rear Tire
$223.99 - $307.69
$102.02 - $277.99
66% off
Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact Sport Touring Rear Tire Item # 64578
Description
Features:
- Multi Zone Tension technology, new updated tread profiles and functional tread pattern place the Z8 Roadtec Interact at the top of the sport touring tire class
- 8% wider final footprint area than its predecessor due to the variation of steel belt tensions and a strategically placed tread pattern which optimizes pressures in the footprint area
- Innovative tread pattern, a widened and more elliptical footprint and a host of wear-resistant technologies not normally seen in motorcycle tires give the Roadtec Z8 Interact its best-in-segment mileage and optimal wet performance throughout the tire's life
- New patented tread pattern with strategically placed longitudinal central grooves provide ideal drainage for more than 3/4 of all lean angles in the wet - The remaining tread grooves work to add tread flexibility, extending the footprint for stability in the dry
- Updated design improves wear regularity which gives riders the benefit of a consistent riding performance across the tires entire life
- (W)-rated for speeds of 270 km/h (168+ mph)
- Tubeless
- Blackwall
Additional Information:
- Rear 180/55ZR17 C Spec - 2 plies Rayon for improved stability - Yamaha FJR 1300; BMW R1200R/RT
- Rear 180/55ZR17 M Spec - Dual Compound - All brands, all models
- Rear 180/55ZR17 O Spec - Dual Compound - 2 Plies carcass
- Rear 190/50ZR17 M Spec - Dual Compound - All brands, all models
- Rear 190/50ZR17 O Spec - Dual Compound - 2 Plies carcass
- Rear 190/55ZR17 C Spec - 2 plies Rayon for improved stability - BMW K1600 GT/GTL
- The M Spec is for lighter bikes and the O Spec is for heavier touring bikes
- The O Spec has an additional ply in the construction to give it more stability when a bike is fully loaded with luggage and a passenger
Part Numbers for Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact Sport Touring Rear Tire
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Reviews
Rated 5 out of
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by
The Method from
Track and Touring????
I purchased these Z8s and then rode from BC down to California on my Ducati, did laps at Laguna Seca circuit and then rode home. Spent the rest of the season commuting daily on them and doing shorter day trips. In the dry, these tires are incredible. Got nearly 9000km out of them even with track days. Have replaced them this year with the same again. Highly recommended.
Date published: 2019-06-12
Rated 5 out of
5
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SHOX from
Good touring tire
Got over 20,000Km on first tire, so I bought another. What can I say, it's a tire. I tour lots of twisty roads, and it seems to work just fine.
Date published: 2015-10-17
Rated 5 out of
5
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Mick from
My New Metzeler Roadtec Z8
I bought my new Metzeler Roadtec Z8 tires to replace the OEM product on my '07 FZ1 and as soon as they went I I was able to detect a marked improvement in handling especially cornering. They are a full 2 steps above what came on the bike.
Date published: 2015-07-05
Rated 5 out of
5
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SHOX from
Does what a tire is intended to do
Got 20K kms off my first one. Performance-wise, all is good. Mind you, I don't do any extreme cornering, or any type of hyper-riding, so I can't say how well this tire works under extremes.
Date published: 2015-08-21
Rated 5 out of
5
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Eastcoast rider from
Excellent
Excellent tire , great price , delivered to my door in two days! Why would I go anywhere else?
Date published: 2015-08-11
Rated 5 out of
5
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demonia987 from
Better than sportec m3 and m5
Great tires. Had over 11 000km out of them when I usually get less than 5 000km.
Date published: 2015-06-02
Rated 4 out of
5
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Bimmer_Boy from
Great Tires - Felt Better Than Z6
Bought these from Canada's Motorcycle - great service - shipped (free) to local post office. Local installer put them on for $30/ea. I noticed much better feel over worn Z6 interaccts. The turn-in and cornering are superb. Very steady in a corner - no wandering at all - confidence inspiring. I have yet to determine durability or wet weather performance but I am very pleased so far. The stock (front and rear) I received was 6 mo. and 13 mo. old (check ##/ZZ digits on sidewall - ## is weeks and ZZ is last 2 digits of year). This is pretty fresh rubber. Bike is 2006 BMW R1200RT with 48,000 km.
Date published: 2012-10-04
Rated 5 out of
5
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Robbr from
Totally satisfied
Great buy, great service, great product.
Put around 2000km and am leaning in on them pretty good on a loaded C14 with three bags and 2 up and feel very confident on them.
Date published: 2017-09-16
Questions
Do you get the 'C' spec Metzler Z8 in the 120/70 - 17 & 180/55 - 17 for the BMW RT?
We only carry the C spec in size 190/55ZR17.
Date published: 2016-03-10
What is the k spec designated for I'm offered k,m,o spec for the 180/55/17 using on a mt07
Rear 180/55ZR17 C Spec - 2 plies Rayon for improved stability - Yamaha FJR 1300; BMW R1200R/RT
Rear 180/55ZR17 M Spec - Dual Compound - All brands, all models
Rear 180/55ZR17 O Spec - Dual Compound - 2 Plies carcass
Date published: 2021-12-23
What is the difference between M spec and O spec? I do mostly touring on the ZX14 that I have. With this kind of riding, which spec would be better M or O? Or does it even matter? Thanks
The M Spec is for lighter bikes and the O Spec is for heavier touring bikes. The O Spec has an additional ply in the construction to give it more stability when a bike is fully loaded with luggage and a passenger
Date published: 2018-12-19
What is the difference with the m spec and e spec for roadtec z8 they give the option m and e Spec it is for a kawasaki z900
- 120/70ZR17 E Spec fitment for Honda Integra NC700, NC700S, NC700X
- Front 120/70ZR17 M-spec. Different Compound for improved wet grip. All brands, all models.
Date published: 2020-11-28
If 'M' spec is for lighter bikes, exactly what is the upper weight limit of an M spec tire? Thanks.
I have run this tire on a VFR800 for a while. It is a good tire that is not too hard. Hiway miles wrecks most soft tires. Would I put this on a 1000lb bike, maybe not. On my VFR it’s a good match.
Date published: 2019-04-30
On the 160/60ZR17TL - what does the TL stand for and will it suit a heavier bike, like a Honda ST1100?
TL = tubeless
As for ST1100 suitability, go to Metzler website and enter your bike into the charts. It should tell you whats recommended
Date published: 2019-08-22