ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT 160/60 ZR 18 M/C 70W (M) Rear Radial Tubeless Type

【METZELER 2491800 ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT 160/60 ZR 18 M/C 70W (M) Rear Radial Tubeless Type Motorcycle Tire On-Road All-Round Sport Touring ROADTEC】
【Reliable wet performance even in sudden rain】

・Awarded test winner for many years until it passed the baton to the Roadtec 01 with precise and efficient handling.
【Driving pleasure】

・The Roadtec Z8 Interact provides an ideal handling experience for enjoyable riding, with a reassuring feel even in cold or wet conditions.
・The synergistic effect of the sport touring profile with "π" design grooves and patented Interact technology delivers ease of riding, comfort, predictability, easy turn-in, and progressive behavior during lean.
・Interact is a technology that winds each steel cord with multiple different tensions. It's a technique that brings out the best performance from Metzeler tires regardless of road conditions. By winding the steel belts under the tread compound at optimal tension, the tire's required performance is met.
・In the center section, the steel belt is wound with high tension, reducing compound movement and stabilizing the contact patch, which decreases wear and ensures stability at high speeds.
・In the shoulder section, the steel belt wound with weaker tension increases flexibility and energy absorption, raising the compound temperature, which softens the tire and improves grip during banking.
・The cords of the zero-degree steel belt are wound at optimal intervals to achieve continuous, smooth, and progressive movement at all lean angles.
【Mileage】

・Best performance right up to the end of the tire's life, adaptability in various conditions, comfort on long rides, and consistent ride feel and agile handling even as the tire wears – all this is achieved through the special combination of a high-silica compound and Interact technology.
・The high-silica compound, known for its long life and mechanical wear resistance, further enhances its properties through a patented mixing technology that increases dispersion within the polymer matrix, making it more uniform.
This refined compound, combined with the high-tension 0° steel belt in the tire's center, provides solid support. It suppresses compound movement to prevent overheating, reduces tire wear, and extends tire life.
【Grip on all surfaces】

・The Roadtec Z8 Interact grips wet surfaces.
・It ensures the best stability at all times and provides reliable and secure riding thanks to a tread pattern groove layout inspired by the Greek letter π, designed to enhance water drainage even in challenging conditions.
・The tread groove design alters the tire's rigidity, optimizing the tire's contact pressure at all lean angles.
・Through extensive research, we adopted a groove shape and arrangement that achieves mechanical grip at various lean angles and riding styles.
・Large grooves in the contact patch provide water drainage in deep puddles regardless of lean angle.
・The longitudinal grooves in the center are deeper and longer to enhance water drainage. They cover approximately 70% of the lean angle typically reached on wet surfaces, providing a sense of security.
・In dry conditions, the grooves act as pins, increasing tread flexibility and contact area, which particularly enhances stability at high speeds.
・Radial grooves in the shoulder section provide excellent water drainage even at deep lean angles. The Roadtec Z8 Interact offers maximum safety for riders who bravely ride in wet conditions.
・The angle inside the grooves is designed to ensure consistent water drainage even as the tire approaches its wear limit.
Detailed explanation:
【π-Design Grooves】

・Excellent drainage even in harsh conditions such as rain.
【Longitudinal Grooves】

・Long and deep grooves improve drainage.
・Secure even in wet conditions.
・Increases tire flexibility and expands the contact area.
【Radial Grooves】

・Drainage at deep lean angles.
・Maximum safety in all conditions.
【Optimally Spaced Grooves】

・Increased rubber in contact with the ground.
・Improved grip during full lean in dry conditions.
・Reduced tire noise and vibration.
【Center Slick Stripe】

・Improved dry grip.
・Reduced slip and wear.
Size:
・160/60 ZR 18 M/C 70W (M)
・Tire width: 160mm
・Aspect ratio: 60%
・Rim diameter: 18 inches
・Load index: 70
・Speed symbol: W
・Standard rim width: 4.50 inches
・Allowable rim width: 4.25-5.00 inches
・For rear
・Radial
・TL/Tubeless type
Notes:
*Sold individually. Manufacturing date cannot be specified. Please understand.
*When ordering, please be sure to check the tire size currently installed on your vehicle before placing an order.
Image notes:
*Only the tire is sold. The wheel in the image is not included.
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