Metzeler Racetec TD Slick190/55 R17 NHS TL Rear Tyre

The Metzeler Racetec TD Slick 190/55 R17 NHS TL is a rear motorcycle racing slick, suitable for racetrack and track-day use. As a 190/55 R17 NHS TL tyre, it utilises a pure radial, single-ply construction and a genuine rear size to simplify the transition from OE tyre geometry to racing-tyre geometry. Metzeler specifies NHS as Not for Highway Service, and this rear slick is therefore intended for closed-course use rather than for public-road riding. As a racing slick, the Racetec TD Slick is dedicated to predictable performance on consecutive laps and across thermal cycles. Metzeler specifies a low-Tg polymer compound with very rapid warm-up, and its official technical information states that tyre warmers are not required for the intended operating concept. This can allow riders to access the working range of this rear tyre quickly from the first corner. The rear construction is symmetric and seamless to allow this Racing Slick to be reversible. Metzeler states that this design allows the rider to utilise the tyre from the opposite direction on circuits where substantial lean and wear are experienced on one side. Its contact patch, warm-up characteristics and compound behaviour are also specified to resist cold tearing and uneven wear when operating with this rear tyre within its intended temperature range. The 190/55 R17 specification defines a 190 mm nominal section width, the 55-series profile and 17-inch radial fitment. The official technical data specifies a recommended rim range of 5.50 – 6.00 inches for this rear size. The catalogue identifies it as NHS TL, which means it is a tubeless, non-highway-service racing tyre. A specific load index and speed rating are not specified on the current official Metzeler listing, so they must not be assumed by the size marking alone. This Metzeler rear slick is relevant to track-focused motorcycles utilising the specified 190/55 R17 configuration. Exact motorcycle compatibility should be identified against the motorcycle’s approved size, wheel specification and circuit-use requirements prior to ordering. Our Torque Block fitment partners can assist with fitment checks, while our collaboration community can assist with connecting riders to practical motorcycle and tyre expertise. For riders in India looking to buy Metzeler Racetec TD Slick 190/55 R17 NHS TL online, we provide free fitments through our fitment network and a fast online delivery guarantee. Identify the intended size and track application prior to purchase to ensure the rear slick is relevant to your motorcycle and riding requirements.