Best V Touring Motorcycle Tires in 2026

Maximum confidence, in wet and dry conditions mile after mile

#1 for Wet Grip on the Road - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds*

Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes

Champion on wet surfaces especially when braking, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire provides versatility and longevity.

Increased Stability for GT Motorcycles - Thanks to novel MICHELIN 2AT Technology, you’ll feel totally safe on straight stretches and curves alike with your GT, even when heavily loaded, whether alone or with a passenger. Equipped with a revolutionary architecture providing firmness and comfort, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 GT tire is perfect for long trips.

XST+ Technology Providing for Superb Braking on Wet Surfaces - Thanks to its new XST+ sipe technology, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire boasts a 17% shorter braking time on wet surfaces than its nearest rival*, and 24% shorter times on extremely slippery wet surfaces such as white traffic lines and pedestrian crossings.

The MICHELIN tire for all types of cruisers, offering more longevity without compromising stability and handling.

Proven Longevity - The benchmark in longevity – commissioned third-party tests show that the MICHELIN Commander II rear tire lasts almost twice as long as its main competitors.*

No Compromise on Stability and Manuverability - Thanks to its high-density and therefore stiffer frame (MICHELIN Amplified Density Technology), MICHELIN Commander II features premium handling and responsiveness. The top layers in rear tires are made of aramid fibers, which combine resistance and a lightweight feel for perfect stability, even at high speeds.

Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip.

Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip.

Maximum confidence, in wet and dry conditions mile after mile

#1 for Wet Grip on the Road - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds*

Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes

Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip.

Engineered and tested with Harley-Davidson® to provide maximum performance.

The D402 is the approved Harley-Davidson® touring tire.

Built with a three-ply polyester casing with two fiberglass belts, the D402 helps provide stability for touring riding.

Only replacement motorcycle tire for Harley-Davidson motorcycles which is designed in America, tested in America and made in America.

All new Dunlop American Elite replacement tire line ensures that industry-leading Dunlop Tires will be on your Harley-Davidson motorcycles for years to come.

Dunlop's decades-long engineering experience with Harley-Davidson motorcycles is the foundation for the all-new American Elite line of replacement tires.

Only replacement motorcycle tire for Harley-Davidson motorcycles which is designed in America, tested in America and made in America.

Dunlop’s American Elite is a leading aftermarket choice for riders in search of tires that have extended tread wear

The D402 is the only tire approved by Harley-Davidson for its touring bikes. Built with a three-ply polyester casing with two fiberglass belts, the D402 offers greater load-carrying capacity and stability.

Computer-optimized tread profile with offset center groove improves rider confidence over rain grooves and steel-grated bridges, while reducing cupping for even wear.

The Dunlop Harley-Davidson Tire Series D402 is available in front and rear blackwall, single white bar, or wide white sidewall, all with an H speed rating.

Dunlop’s American Elite is the only aftermarket tire line for Harley-Davidson® motorcycles that’s designed and tested in the U.S.A.

Available in 28 options to fit most Harley-Davidsons, the American Elite features MT Multi-Tread rear-tire technology for great handling and high mileage.

Sizes available for newer and older Harley-Davidson models and select Victory and Indian® motorcycles.

Performance Touring is born.

The D402 is the only tire approved by Harley-Davidson for its touring bikes. Built with a three-ply polyester casing with two fiberglass belts, the D402 offers greater load-carrying capacity and stability.

Computer-optimized tread profile with offset center groove improves rider confidence over rain grooves and steel-grated bridges, while reducing cupping for even wear.

The Dunlop Harley-Davidson Tire Series D402 is available in front and rear blackwall, single white bar, or wide white sidewall, all with an H speed rating.

Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip.

Front and rear tread patterns designed for outstanding water evacuation and wet grip.

Bias-ply construction designed to deliver excellent load-carrying capacity as well as a smooth ride for maximum comfort.

Offers a balance of good grip in wet and dry conditions

Quick turn in for cornering

Advanced belt design and Jointless Band (JLB) rear tire construction utilizes a continuously wound belt for smooth performance and a consistent tire contact patch

These radial touring tires deliver many miles of enjoyment for most big radial-shod touring motorcycles.

High wear resistance with even-wear characteristics and great traction.

The E3 tread pattern helps provide class-leading wet-pavement performance.

Champion on wet surfaces especially when braking, MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire provides versatility and longevity.

Shorter Brakeing Time on Wet Surfaces - Thanks to new XST+ sipe technology, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire offers a 17% shorter braking time than its nearest rival* on wet surfaces, and 24% shorter on extremely slippery surfaces such as white traffic lines and pedestrian crossings.

20% Greater Longevity - With a rubber derived from 2CT technology that’s harder in the middle than on the shoulder, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 lasts 20% longer than the MICHELIN Pilot Road 3. Thanks to its MICHELIN XST+ sipes, it benefits from chamfers which limit uneven wear and tear.

The Sportmax GPR-300 is a radial tire that offers well-balanced sport performance for a variety of sport bikes

adial tire technology helps to provide enhanced grip in wet and dry conditions

Optimized construction to enhance handling and responsiveness for street-going sport riding

Engineered and tested with Harley-Davidson® to provide maximum performance.

The D402 is the approved Harley-Davidson® touring tire.

Built with a three-ply polyester casing with two fiberglass belts, the D402 helps provide stability for touring riding.

Dunlop D251 O.E. replacement motorcycle tire for the Honda VTX models.

D251 radial tire gives all the best of radial technology for your motorcycle.

See fitment guide image for additional Machines this item fits. Only replacement motorcycle tire for Harley-Davidson motorcycles which is designed in America and tested in America.

All Dunlop American Elite replacement tire line ensures that industry-leading Dunlop Tires will be on your Harley-Davidson motorcycles for years to come.

Dunlop's decades-long engineering experience with Harley-Davidson motorcycles is the foundation for the American Elite line of replacement tires.

The Dunlop D402 is the only motorcycle tire approved by Harley-Davidson for its touring bikes. Built with a three-ply polyester casing with two fiberglass belts, the Dunlop D402 offers greater load-carrying capacity and stability.

Computer-optimized tread profile with offset center groove improves rider confidence over rain grooves and steel-grated bridges, while reducing cupping for even wear.

The Dunlop Harley-Davidson motorcycle tire Series D402 is available in front and rear blackwall, single white bar, or wide white sidewall, all with an H speed rating.