What is the primary difference between Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra and Metzeler Cruisetec?

The main differences lie in their performance grade and tread design. Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra is optimized for Long-distance cruiser touring, whereas Metzeler Cruisetec is tailored for Cruiser touring.

Can I fit either Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra or Metzeler Cruisetec on the same wheel size?

Yes, provided their sizes match your bike's standard sizing. Please compare their standard front and rear sizing tables shown in our specifications comparison sections.

Which of these compared tyres lasts longer?

Typically, sport-touring compounds have harder center rubber zones to deliver higher overall mileage, while hypersport compounds prioritize track cornering grip over total tyre lifespan.

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Cruiser Touring Tyres

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon UltravsMetzeler Cruisetec

Compare Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra vs Metzeler Cruisetec for mileage, dry grip, wet grip, cruiser handling and touring comfort. Find which cruiser tyre suits your motorcycle.

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Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

High-mileage cruiser tyre designed for long-distance touring and durability.

Metzeler Cruisetec

Premium cruiser tyre offering strong grip, comfort and confident wet performance.

Performance Metric

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

Metzeler Cruisetec

Dry Grip

4.4

4.7▲

Wet Grip

4.4

4.8▲

Mileage

4.9▲

4.4

Sport Handling

4.5▲

Touring Comfort

4.7

High Speed Stability

4.7▲

4.6

Cornering Confidence

4.2

4.6▲

Warm-up Performance

4.3

4.6▲

Track Capability

2.4

2.6▲

Adventure Capability

All-Weather Reliability

4.5

4.8▲

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra — Available Sizes

Front

100/90-19110/90-19120/70 ZR19130/60 B19130/80 B17130/90 B16140/75 R17150/80 16

Rear

130/90 B16150/80 B16160/70 B17170/80 B15180/55 B18180/65 B16180/70 R16200/50 ZR17200/55 R17240/40 VR18260/40 VR18300/35 VR18

Metzeler Cruisetec — Available Sizes

Front

MH90-21100/80-17100/90-19110/90-19120/70 ZR19120/70 B21130/60 B19130/60 B21130/70 B18130/70 R18130/80 B17130/90 B16MT90 B16150/80 R17160/60 R18160/70 R17160/80 R17

Rear

130/90 B16MT90 B16150/70 B18150/80 B16MU85 B16160/70 B17180/55 B18180/60 R16180/65 B16180/70 B16180/70 R16200/55 R16200/55 R17240/40 VR18240/50 R16260/40 VR18

Choose Marathon Ultra If

Choose Metzeler Cruisetec If

You want maximum tyre mileage

You ride long highway touring routes

You prefer stable cruising performance

You ride heavy touring or cruiser motorcycles

You prioritize durability over sporty handling

You want better wet grip and comfort

You enjoy spirited riding on cruiser bikes

You want balanced grip and handling

You ride in mixed weather conditions

You prefer agile handling for heavy cruisers

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra — Best For

Long-distance cruiser touringHighway ridingHeavy touring motorcyclesDaily cruiser commuting

Metzeler Cruisetec — Best For

Cruiser touringAll-weather ridingWeekend long ridesComfortable highway cruising

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Cruiser Touring Tyres

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Compare Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra vs Metzeler Cruisetec for mileage, dry grip, wet grip, cruiser handling and touring comfort. Find which cruiser tyre suits your motorcycle.

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Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

High-mileage cruiser tyre designed for long-distance touring and durability.

Metzeler Cruisetec

Premium cruiser tyre offering strong grip, comfort and confident wet performance.

Performance Metric

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

Metzeler Cruisetec

Dry Grip

4.4

4.7▲

Wet Grip

4.4

4.8▲

Mileage

4.9▲

4.4

Sport Handling

4.5▲

Touring Comfort

4.7

High Speed Stability

4.7▲

4.6

Cornering Confidence

4.2

4.6▲

Warm-up Performance

4.3

4.6▲

Track Capability

2.4

2.6▲

Adventure Capability

All-Weather Reliability

4.5

4.8▲

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra — Available Sizes

Front

100/90-19110/90-19120/70 ZR19130/60 B19130/80 B17130/90 B16140/75 R17150/80 16

Rear

130/90 B16150/80 B16160/70 B17170/80 B15180/55 B18180/65 B16180/70 R16200/50 ZR17200/55 R17240/40 VR18260/40 VR18300/35 VR18

Metzeler Cruisetec — Available Sizes

Front

MH90-21100/80-17100/90-19110/90-19120/70 ZR19120/70 B21130/60 B19130/60 B21130/70 B18130/70 R18130/80 B17130/90 B16MT90 B16150/80 R17160/60 R18160/70 R17160/80 R17

Rear

130/90 B16MT90 B16150/70 B18150/80 B16MU85 B16160/70 B17180/55 B18180/60 R16180/65 B16180/70 B16180/70 R16200/55 R16200/55 R17240/40 VR18240/50 R16260/40 VR18

Choose Marathon Ultra If

Choose Metzeler Cruisetec If

You want maximum tyre mileage

You ride long highway touring routes

You prefer stable cruising performance

You ride heavy touring or cruiser motorcycles

You prioritize durability over sporty handling

You want better wet grip and comfort

You enjoy spirited riding on cruiser bikes

You want balanced grip and handling

You ride in mixed weather conditions

You prefer agile handling for heavy cruisers

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra — Best For

Long-distance cruiser touringHighway ridingHeavy touring motorcyclesDaily cruiser commuting

Metzeler Cruisetec — Best For

Cruiser touringAll-weather ridingWeekend long ridesComfortable highway cruising

Real World Fitment

Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra

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Metzeler Cruisetec

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