The Metzeler KAROO Street rear motorcycle tire is designed for adventure riders who want confident road performance without giving up dependable capability on dirt roads and hard-packed terrain. Sized 180/55R17 with a 73V rating, this enduro tire offers a versatile 75% on-road and 25% off-road balance for riders who regularly transition between pavement and light off-road routes. The tire is engineered to support the evolving demands of modern adventure motorcycles with a practical combination of stability, mileage, wet-weather grip, and off-road traction.
The KAROO Street features a carefully developed knob layout that creates a consistent contact patch across changing surfaces. This design helps maintain predictable handling and dependable traction on loose dirt, gravel, and hard-packed trails while also supporting smooth, controlled behavior on paved roads. Its sport touring profile contributes to dynamic and agile on-road handling, making the tire suitable for commuting, touring, and spirited riding between trail sections. The tread design is intended to provide a stable, confidence-inspiring feel during cornering and directional changes.
A high-silica compound enhances grip in wet conditions, helping the Metzeler KAROO Street deliver reliable traction when roads are damp or weather conditions change. The construction is tailored for adventure use, combining road-focused stability with off-road capability in a single rear tire. This Metzeler tire is identified by manufacturer part number 3555900 and vendor part number 3555900. It is a practical replacement choice for riders seeking a balanced enduro tire that performs consistently across everyday pavement, touring routes, dirt roads, and hard-packed terrain.
Features:
- Application: Rear motorcycle tire designed for adventure and enduro riding
- Tire Size: 180/55R17
- Speed and Load Rating: 73V
- Tire Model: KAROO Street
- Tire Brand: Metzeler
- On-Road and Off-Road Balance: 75% on-road and 25% off-road performance
- Tread Design: Knob layout provides a consistent contact patch for predictable off-road handling
- Handling Profile: Sport touring profile supports dynamic and agile on-road behavior
- Wet-Weather Grip: High-silica compound improves traction in wet conditions
- Terrain Capability: Suitable for paved roads, dirt roads, gravel, and hard-packed terrain
- Manufacturer Part Number: 3555900
- Vendor Part Number: 3555900