The Bridgestone Exedra G850 rear tire is designed for touring motorcycles that require dependable wet-weather traction, stable handling, and consistent mileage. This 190/60R17 78H radial tubeless tire combines a modern directional tread pattern with a rear-specific dual-radius profile to create a broad contact patch. The result is confident road grip, predictable cornering, and even performance throughout the tire’s service life. Manufacturer and vendor part number 71698 identifies this Bridgestone replacement tire.
Built for demanding touring applications, the Exedra G850 uses aramid belting to support high-load stability while helping maintain controlled handling under acceleration, cruising, and cornering. The directional tread is engineered to channel water away from the contact area, helping improve traction on wet pavement. Its radial construction supports responsive handling and highway comfort, making it a suitable choice for riders who want a balanced combination of touring capability, stability, and mileage.
This Bridgestone Exedra G850 rear tire fits select Yamaha touring motorcycles, including the 2006 through 2012 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner and the 2006 through 2009 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner. It features a tubeless design and is available in blackwall and whitewall configurations, allowing riders to select the appearance that best matches their motorcycle. Confirm the required tire size, load and speed rating, wheel compatibility, and motorcycle fitment before installation. The 190/60R17 78H specification, Exedra G850 model, Bridgestone brand, and part number 71698 make this tire easy to identify when replacing an original rear tire.
Features:
- Directional Tread: Modern tread design helps provide strong wet-weather traction and supports consistent mileage.
- Rear Dual-Radius Profile: Enlarged contact area improves traction, stability, and mileage for touring applications.
- Aramid Belting: Reinforced construction supports stability under high loads.
- Radial Construction: Promotes controlled handling and dependable highway performance.
- Tubeless Design: Intended for compatible tubeless motorcycle wheels.
- Blackwall and Whitewall Options: Available in blackwall and whitewall styling to suit different motorcycle appearances.
- Tire Specification: 190/60R17 78H rear tire with the Bridgestone Exedra G850 model designation.
- Part Number: Manufacturer and vendor part number 71698.
Fitment:
2006 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2006 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2007 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2007 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2008 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2009 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2009 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2010 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2010 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2011 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2011 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner
2012 Yamaha XV19CT Stratoliner
2012 Yamaha XV19V Roadliner