The Metzeler Roadtec 01 is a premium rear motorcycle tire engineered for dependable performance across daily commuting, touring, and changing road conditions. This tire uses a revised tread design and optimized land-to-sea ratio to improve wear resistance, helping maintain consistent handling and traction throughout its service life. The 180/55ZR17 size with a (73W) rating is designed for compatible motorcycles requiring confident rear-tire performance at highway speeds. Manufacturer part number: 2681300. Vendor part number: 2681300.
The Metzeler Roadtec 01 delivers enhanced grip on wet roads, particularly on low-friction surfaces such as city streets, worn pavement, and cold-weather tarmac. Radially positioned grooves help manage water while supporting predictable road contact. Rebalanced tire stiffness allows the tread compound to conform more effectively to microscopic pavement irregularities, increasing mechanical grip and rider confidence when available traction is limited.
Compared with the Metzeler Roadtec Z8 Interact, the Roadtec 01 can provide up to 10% greater mileage through its revised footprint shape. The larger, shorter footprint also contributes to responsive motorcycle handling and stable cornering behavior. This rear tire is the HWM, or Heavy Weight Motorcycles, special version, developed to support the performance requirements of heavier motorcycles. Confirm motorcycle fitment and HWM compatibility before installation, and always follow the motorcycle manufacturer’s recommended tire specifications and inflation guidelines.
Features:
- Tire Size: 180/55ZR17 with a (73W) speed and load rating
- Tire Model: Roadtec 01 rear motorcycle tire
- Tire Brand: Metzeler
- Manufacturer Part Number: 2681300
- Vendor Part Number: 2681300
- Enhanced Wear Resistance: Revised tread design and land-to-sea ratio help promote consistent performance over the tire’s service life
- Wet-Road Grip: Radial groove positioning improves traction on wet and low-friction road surfaces
- Optimized Rubber Contact: Rebalanced tire stiffness helps the tread conform to pavement micro-asperities
- Extended Mileage: Up to 10% more mileage than the Roadtec Z8 Interact under comparable conditions
- Improved Handling: Larger, shorter footprint supports responsive motorcycle control and cornering stability
- HWM Version: Special construction developed for heavier motorcycles