ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT 170/60 ZR 17 M/C 72W (M) Rear Radial Tubeless

【METZELER 2491900 ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT 170/60 ZR 17 M/C 72W (M) REAR RADIAL TUBELESS TYPE FOR MOTORCYCLES MOTORCYCLE TIRES ON-ROAD ALL-AROUND SPORTS TOURING ROADTEC】
【Reliable wet performance even in sudden rain】

・Awarded test winner for many years due to precise and efficient handling, until Roadtec 01 took its place.
【Driving pleasure】

・The Roadtec Z8 Interact offers a comfortable ride even in cold or wet conditions, providing ideal handling for an enjoyable riding experience.
・The synergy of the sports touring profile, with its "π" design grooves, and the patented Interact technology, has achieved ease of riding, comfort, predictability, ease of turn-in, and progressive behavior during lean.
・Interact is a technology that winds each steel cord with multiple different tensions. It is a technology 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 required tire performance is met.
・In the center section, the steel belt is wound with high tension, reducing compound movement and stabilizing the contact patch, which lowers wear and ensures stability at high speeds.
・In the shoulder section, the steel belt wound with weak tension increases flexibility and energy absorption, raising the compound temperature, which softens the tire and improves grip during banking.
・The zero-degree steel belt cords are wound at optimal intervals, achieving a smooth and progressive movement without interruption at all lean angles.
【Mileage】

・Best performance right up to the end of the tire's life, adaptability under various conditions, comfort on long rides, and consistent ride quality and nimble 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 technique that increases dispersion within the polymer matrix, making it more uniform.
This sophisticated compound, combined with the high-tension 0° steel belt in the tire's center, provides firm support. It suppresses compound movement, prevents overheating, reduces tire wear, and extends tire life.
【Grip on all road surfaces】

・Roadtec Z8 Interact grips wet roads.
・It provides reliable and confident riding thanks to a tread pattern groove layout inspired by the Greek letter π, designed to ensure maximum stability at all times and enhance water drainage even in demanding conditions.
・The tread groove design changes the tire's stiffness, optimizing the tire's contact pressure at all lean angles.
・Through extensive research, we adopted groove shapes and arrangements that provide mechanical grip at various lean angles and riding styles.
・Large grooves in the contact patch ensure water drainage at any lean angle, even in deep puddles.
・The longitudinal grooves in the center are deeper and longer to enhance water drainage. They provide a sense of security by covering approximately 70% of the typical lean angle reached on wet roads.
・In dry conditions, the grooves act as pins, increasing tread flexibility and contact area, especially enhancing stability at high speeds.
・The radial grooves on the shoulders achieve excellent water drainage even at deep lean angles. The Roadtec Z8 Interact provides maximum safety for riders who boldly ride on wet roads.
・The angle of the inner grooves is designed to ensure consistent water drainage even when tire wear is near its limit.
Detailed explanation:
【π-design grooves】

・Excellent water drainage even in harsh conditions such as rain
【Longitudinal grooves】

・Longer and deeper grooves enhance water drainage
・Reliable even in wet conditions
・Increased tire flexibility and enlarged contact area
【Radial grooves】

・Water drainage at deep lean angles
・Maximum safety in all conditions
【Optimally spaced grooves】

・Increased rubber contact with the ground
・Improved grip at full lean on dry roads
・Reduced tire noise and vibration
【Center slick stripe】

・Improved grip in dry conditions
・Reduced slip and wear
Size:
・170/60 ZR 17 M/C 72W (M)
・Tire width: 170mm
・Aspect ratio: 60%
・Rim diameter: 17 inches
・Load index: 72
・Speed symbol: W
・Standard rim width: 4.50 inches
・Allowable rim width: 4.50-5.50 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 actual tire size installed on your vehicle before placing your order.
Image notes:
*Only the tire is sold. The wheel in the image is not included.
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