The Metzeler Roadtec 02 190/50 ZR17 73W M/C TL is a rear motorcycle tyre, suitable for Sport Touring riders desiring responsive control, dependable grip and versatility, when riding on roads as well as more spirited adventures. This tubeless radial tyre uses a 190/50 ZR17 73W size, load and speed rating and intended for motorcycles, with which the manufacturer's approved fitment includes this rear tyre size. The ROADTEC 02 range classification by Metzeler includes it as a tyre able to adapt between sport-touring and super-sport characteristics.
The Adaptive Tread Design allows this Metzeler rear tyre to change how its tread performs according to the conditions and pace of riding. On a smoother, less sporting pace, the longitudinal grooves will aid in water evacuation and provide usable tread mobility, for warm-up, comfort and wet-road grip. Whereas, at a more sporting pace, the interaction of the groove walls offers increased stability for better and more predictable behaviour, when cornering. In this way, the Metzeler Roadtec 02 190/50 ZR17 73W rear tyre is ideal for those who use their motorcycle for commuting, touring and spirited riding, not just one type of journey.
The construction of the rear has a dual-compound layout, with a softer shoulder section to offer extra grip, when leaning into a turn. Metzeler also specifies high-silica technology for water-road adhesion and the design of the tread balances water evacuation with stability of the contact-patch. The manufacturer states that the ROADTEC 02 range includes over 43% bio-based and recycled materials and the proportional mixture varies per tyre size and material category.
For this size, the official Metzeler technical data lists a 190/50 ZR17 M/C (73W) TL rear specification, permitted rim-width of 5.50–6.00, maximum width in service of 203 mm, service diameter of 636 mm and load capacity of 365 kg. The listed maximum speed is 300 km/h. These figures make it important to ensure compatibility with the motorcycle and rims, before purchase.
We make buying motorcycle tyres online in India easy, via supporting fitment through Torque Block fitment partners and our collaboration community. We offer free fitments and a fast online delivery guarantee, so that riders can move from online tyre selection to professional installation, with greater ease. Before ordering, confirm that your motorcycle is approved for the 190/50 ZR17 rear specification and that the load and speed rating matches the manufacturer's recommendation. For riders searching to buy Metzeler Roadtec 02 190/50 ZR17 73W online, this specification-focused Sport Touring option, makes it a clear fitment, construction and riding-purpose reference.