Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra280/35 VR18 84V M/C TL Rear Tyre

The Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra 280/35 VR18 84V M/C TL is a rear motorcycle tyre made for heavy cruisers, touring motorcycles and custom builds that need to maintain long-distance comfort on the road, reliable manners and extended tread life. With a wide 280mm profile and an 18-inch fitment, this 84 load index and V speed rating is a premium rear tyre for substantial cruiser applications. Metzeler identify this specific fitment as a rear Cruising fitment, and list the product under the ME 888 Marathon Ultra range. Looking for Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra 280/35 VR18 84V for sale online, the wide size has a broad footprint and a construction engineered for consistency over long road use. The flat, wide structural design channels stresses created in the contact patch to the sidewalls, while compound bridges across the grooves in the tread provide a more solid wear area engineered for wear regularity. Metzeler utilise abrasion-resistant polymers to aid mileage and a silica-containing compound to aid grip on wet roads. The Metzeler motorcycle tyre is relevant to cruiser and custom motorcycles using a 280/35 VR18 rear specification. Custom applications which have been documented include the use of Harley-Davidson Breakout and Fat Boy conversions, while the 280/35 VR18 has also been used on custom builds based on the Harley-Davidson V-Rod. As tyre clearances, wheel widths, swingarm spacing and homologation can vary across model years and modifications, riders should confirm the exact bike specification before ordering. On the road, riders can expect a combination of high-mileage, controllable handling, confidence on wet roads, stable cruising and a comfortable feel for long journeys. The tread design features longitudinal and crossing grooves engineered to help evacuate water, allowing more even wear. We make it easy to find the right Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra rear tyre through our fitment partners and community. Riders can access free fitments through our fitment partners and a fast online delivery guarantee for a simple buying experience. For cruiser fans across India looking for a 280/35 VR18 Metzeler rear tyre, this specification is engineered for long-distance touring, custom cruiser applications and reliable day-to-day performance on the road.