Why does Harley use Dunlop tires?

Why does Harley use Dunlop tires?

Dunlop D401 Harley-Davidson Motorcycle Tire Riders will enjoy extra grip where necessary—even on wet roadways—without sacrificing performance over long stretches.

What’s the difference between a Dunlop 401 and a Dunlop D402?

The only difference I could find mentioned was that the D402 shows a max weight of 827 pounds and the D401 has a max weight of 805 pounds.

Are Harley Dunlop tires good?

If you are looking for the most durable, high-traction tires for your bike, then we recommend Dunlop’s Harley Davidson motorcycle tires. By far these are your best options for better mileage, improved technology, performance, and durability.

Where are Harley-Davidson Dunlop tires made?

Buffalo
Buffalo, NY: In 2017, Dunlop Motorcycles Tires achieved an amazing milestone; more than 10 million original equipment tires built in Dunlop’s Buffalo manufacturing plant have rolled off the Harley-Davidson assembly line since Dunlop became an original equipment supplier to Harley-Davidson in 1983.

Is the Dunlop D402 tubeless?

It is a tubeless tire but can be used with a tube if required. All motorcycle tires are tubeless.

What is the difference between a Dunlop 401 and 404?

The 130/90-16 401 has a higher load rating than the 404 but if you look at the 140/90-16 404 the ratings are almost the same.

What kind of front end does a Dunlop D407 have?

The D407 is available as a 130/80B17 front and as a 180/65B16 rear, designed for the Harley Davidson Electra Glide Standard, Street Glide Classic and Ultra Classic Electra Glide. Dunlop also makes a 130/70B18 front and a 180/55B18 rear for the Harley Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Road Glide, Screamin’ Eagle and Softail Springer.

Are there any problems with the Dunlop D-407?

Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by SkootchNC, Jan 9, 2010 . Good news for those who have reported problems with the Dunlop D-407/ D-408. I just got home from the Cycle world show, and spent a while chatting with the Dunlop reps.

When did the Dunlop Elite 3 come out?

Buddy of mine has a 2009 ULTRA, with 20,000 miles on it, he’s on his second front tire, and is getting ready to put the THIRD rear tire on it. We asked the reps, WHEN??? were they gonna make an Elite-3 in the 2009/2010 sizes.

What’s the difference between Dunlop and American elite tires?

American Elite tires, like the D407 model, are manufactured with Dunlop’s MT Multi-Tread technology that aims to improve grip and feel. They also feature lateral-grip compounds for cornering. Both models feature Dunlop’s Multi Tread Compound technology one the rear tires.

The D407 is available as a 130/80B17 front and as a 180/65B16 rear, designed for the Harley Davidson Electra Glide Standard, Street Glide Classic and Ultra Classic Electra Glide. Dunlop also makes a 130/70B18 front and a 180/55B18 rear for the Harley Davidson Screamin’ Eagle Road Glide, Screamin’ Eagle and Softail Springer.

Discussion in ‘ Touring Models ‘ started by SkootchNC, Jan 9, 2010 . Good news for those who have reported problems with the Dunlop D-407/ D-408. I just got home from the Cycle world show, and spent a while chatting with the Dunlop reps.

Buddy of mine has a 2009 ULTRA, with 20,000 miles on it, he’s on his second front tire, and is getting ready to put the THIRD rear tire on it. We asked the reps, WHEN??? were they gonna make an Elite-3 in the 2009/2010 sizes.

American Elite tires, like the D407 model, are manufactured with Dunlop’s MT Multi-Tread technology that aims to improve grip and feel. They also feature lateral-grip compounds for cornering. Both models feature Dunlop’s Multi Tread Compound technology one the rear tires.