A sport-touring rear tyre for road-focused motorcycles, the Metzeler CRUISETEC R 200/55R17 78V is aimed at riders seeking confident long-distance performance and agile handling. This profile suits modern sport-tourers and heavier naked bikes where balanced response and stability matter. Its design promotes a predictable contact patch across varied lean angles and speeds, delivering consistent feedback to the rider.

The tyre uses a carcass tuned for dynamic stability and a tread pattern optimised for water evacuation and grip in mixed conditions. Compound choice and tread geometry work together to provide controlled wear and a noticeable improvement in cornering stability without compromising steering response. Reinforced sidewall construction increases load capacity and improves tyre integrity under varied loads.

For the rider this means confident braking distance control and steady behaviour during extended miles. You gain a tyre that combines comfort on long runs with a sharp steering response when needed, and even wear that helps preserve mileage and predictability throughout its life.