Perfect Fitment Guide
Kawasaki
Z800
Best Tyres for Kawasaki Z800
Find premium sport and sport-touring tyres for Kawasaki Z800 with OEM tyre sizes, buying guidance, maintenance tips, expert recommendations, and FAQs.
Overview
About Kawasaki Z800
Vehicle Specifications
Key mechanical details & tyre sizes
engine
806 cc, Liquid-cooled, DOHC, Inline-Fourpower
113 PS @ 10,200 rpmweight
229 kg non-ABS / 231 kg ABSwheel Type
17-inch Alloytyre Type
Tubeless RadialFront Tyre Size
120/70 ZR17Rear Tyre Size
180/55 ZR17Recommended Tyres for Kawasaki Z800
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III Front 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹20,000
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Super Sport180/55 ZR17
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹25,550
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Sport Touring120/70 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹22,450
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Sport Touring180/55 ZR17
Michelin Road 6 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹29,500
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Vredestein CENTAURO NS+ 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹13,290
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Super Sport180/55 ZR17
Vredestein Centauro NS Plus 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹16,800
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Sport Touring120/70 ZR17
Eurogrip RoadHound 120/70 ZR17 M/C 58W TL Front Tyre
Price₹13,990
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Sport Touring180/55 ZR17
Eurogrip RoadHound 180/55 ZR17 M/C 73W TL Rear Tyre
Price₹16,990
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Super Sport120/70 ZR17
Metzeler Sportec M7 RR 120/70 ZR17 58W M/C TL Front Tyre
Price₹19,060
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Super Sport180/55 ZR17
Metzeler Sportec M7 RR 180/55 ZR17 73W M/C TL Rear Tyre
Price₹25,040
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Performance & Maintenance
Key highlights and care instructions
Why Tyre Choice Matters
Key performance factors
- Kawasaki Z800 is a middleweight naked sport motorcycle designed for sharp handling and dynamic road performance.
- Correct tyre sizes preserve steering geometry, suspension balance, and handling stability.
- Premium sport compounds improve cornering grip, braking confidence, and acceleration traction.
- Sport-touring compounds provide a balance of grip, mileage, durability, and comfort.
- Strong radial construction improves stability during faster highway riding.
- Reliable wet and dry grip improves confidence during changing Indian road conditions.
Maintenance Tips
Prolong tyre life
- Check tyre pressure regularly and before long rides.
- Inspect tread and sidewalls for cuts, cracks, punctures, and bulges.
- Follow Kawasaki's recommended tyre pressure for the exact model year.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
- Inspect tyres after potholes and hard impacts.
- Monitor rear tyre wear during aggressive acceleration.
Tyre Buying Guide
Expert Recommendations & Use Cases
Buying Guide
Ideal considerations
- Use the OEM sizes: 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear.
- Choose sport tyres for aggressive street riding and spirited cornering.
- Choose sport-touring tyres when mileage, comfort, and wet-weather performance are priorities.
- Check load and speed ratings before purchase.
- Check the tyre manufacturing date before installation.
- Use matching front and rear tyre models whenever possible.
Common Problems
Considerations & trade-offs
- Rear tyre wear from repeated acceleration.
- Uneven tread wear caused by incorrect tyre pressure.
- Reduced wet grip as tread depth decreases.
- Wheel vibration caused by improper balancing.
- Flat spotting after prolonged storage.
- Reduced grip from ageing or hardened rubber.
Expert Tips
Optimal riding conditions
- Choose premium sport tyres when cornering grip is the priority.
- Choose sport-touring tyres when everyday mileage and comfort matter more.
- Keep the OEM 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17 dimensions.
- Check tyre pressure before every highway ride.
- Replace both tyres together when practical.
- Balance the wheels after every tyre replacement.
Real-World Fitment
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FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
The Z800 uses a 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) front tyre and a 180/55ZR17 M/C (73W) rear tyre.
The 2016 Z800 owner's manual specifies Dunlop Sportmax D214 tyres in the OEM 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear sizes.
Yes. Kawasaki specifies tubeless tyres for the Z800.
Premium sport tyres are suitable for spirited riding, while sport-touring tyres are better when mileage, comfort, and wet-road performance are more important.
The OEM 120/70ZR17 front and 180/55ZR17 rear sizes are recommended for maintaining the motorcycle's designed handling and chassis characteristics.
Replace tyres when the tread reaches the wear indicators, grip deteriorates, or cracks, cuts, bulges, or other structural damage appears.