The tread design is claimed to provide quick
warm-up, instant turning response and improved grip
both during straight up and leaning situations.
In order to support the heavy mass of a
cruiser, typical tire construction for these
bikes requires a pretty stout carcass with
plenty of belts and cords, which normally
result in a stiffer ride. Metzeler countered
this by employing a lower cord count with
stiffer cords in the belts than standard V-
twin tires. This combination not only results
in compliance that allows the tire to better
conform to pavement inconsistencies for
better grip, but it also permits more rubber
into the tire carcass, improving damping
characteristics over bumps and providing
a more stable footprint at all lean angles.
The payoff is less vagueness and more
precise steering, including less wandering
