Dunlop Sportmax Q3 Plus Rear Tire - 180/55ZR17

Anyone that knows about motorcycle tires, or is looking into buying these tires knows that they are not designed for longevity. They are a sport tire, made of a softer tire compound so they provide more grip. Meaning they will not last as long as tires with a harder tire compound that do not provide as much grip. Other than longevity, which shouldn’t apply to these tires review, they are fantastic tires, for a great price and excellent shipping time. I highly recommend this tire for anyone with a street bike that rides faster than they should. Price, shipping time, and tire condition is excellent and well worth the money spent.

RECOMMEND! I use Q3+ when I do track days as it is much cheaper then slicks and they perform very well. I am a Coach Rider and a Novice racer with WERA so I burn through lots of tires and these hold up pretty well on most tracks (NCM in Kentucky track surface loves these tires). Also, this seller is about $5 cheaper than most other dealers.

best price I could find and fastest shipping with prime. great street/track tire, I had same before. next model up from this is really more a track only street legal with less life but better track performance. I got this one for the longer life and seems safer for rain conditions as the newer version has smooth sides for track contact/grip.

Incredible tire for the street. Has loads of grip, great stability especially under hard braking, and very fast warm up time. Only downside is you risk getting a warped tire or flat spot. Mechanic said that’s the risk u take wit Dunlop since it’s such a hard carcass tire but doesn’t happen that often l.

Just simple love these tires, I get great handling and ware that lasts long into a second season of aggressive riding.

Fairly positive first impressions, couple of things to note-Carcass felt heavier and stiffer than the Q3 I last installed. Tread seems thicker but I may be wrong. Hear it with a hairdryer placed inside for15-25 min to make install easier and lubricate the bead lightly with a little soapy water. Did not need weights to balance. =)the profile seems more conical than the old Q3 as well.I haven’t really pushed the limits but it feels grippy out of the box. Close to diablo Rosso.Turn in isn’t as sharp as I expected from the tall profile, feels precise in parking lot maneuvers (supersport).I do have one complaint- I usually run my rear tire at 43 because I prefer a little slip but this seems to transmit an uncomfortableAmount of road feedback I never had with the Q3 or rosso.Overall the increased price over the Q3 is probably there in added value. Hoping it lasts longer than my last tire.

Q3s are great sportbike tires. Tons of grip!These tires are for aggressive sport riding.Not any kind of touring. If you're looking for a long lasting tire Q3 is not it.

Replaced a Dunlop Sportmax Q3 that got a tread puncture. Love the grip and wear 1 month so far and the mold spikes are still there!