Cruiser tyres are the contact patch your bagger or V-twin lives on. This range covers Avon, Michelin and Pirelli front and rear fitments built for heavy machines, long highway miles and stable, predictable handling. Match your sidewall size and speed rating, then ride out with confidence on rubber made for the job.
How to choose the right cruiser tyre
Cruiser tyres are sized by a fixed code printed on every sidewall, so reading it correctly is the whole job. A marking like 150/90B15 77H tells you the section width in millimetres, the aspect ratio as a percentage, the construction, the rim diameter in inches, the load index and the speed rating. Front fitments here run from 90mm to 120mm section widths on 18 to 21 inch rims; rears run wider, up to 170mm on 15 inch rims for big-twin grip.
| Spec | What it means | Example value |
|---|---|---|
| Section width | Tyre width in millimetres | 90mm to 170mm |
| Aspect ratio | Sidewall height as percent of width | 70% to 90% |
| Rim diameter | Wheel size in inches | 15 to 21 inch |
| Speed rating H | Rated to 210 km/h | 62H, 77H |
| Speed rating V | Rated to 240 km/h | 74V, 58V |
Brands in this range
Each brand targets a clear job. The Michelin Commander III runs reinforced casings and touring compounds for high-mileage baggers. The Avon Cobra Chrome carries H and V speed ratings across 19 inch fronts and 15 inch rears. The Pirelli Night Dragon and Phantom Sportscomp RS cover both cruiser touring and sport-cruiser fitments. Always replace front and rear as a matched set, keep cold pressure to your handbook spec, and run in new rubber for the first 160km before hard cornering.
Frequently asked questions
How do I read the size on a cruiser tyre?
Read the sidewall code left to right. For 150/90B15 77H the 150 is section width in millimetres, 90 is the aspect ratio as a percentage of that width, B is the construction, 15 is the rim diameter in inches, 77 is the load index and H is the speed rating (210 km/h). Match this code to your bike's handbook.
What is the difference between H and V speed ratings?
The letter is the maximum rated speed. An H rating is certified to 210 km/h and a V rating to 240 km/h. Avon, Michelin and Pirelli cruiser tyres in this range carry both, with V-rated options on sport-cruiser fitments. Always meet or exceed your bike's original rating.
Should I replace both cruiser tyres at once?
Replace front and rear as a matched set where possible. Mixing worn and new rubber or different compounds changes grip balance and handling. Run new tyres in gently for the first 160km to scrub off the release agent before hard cornering or heavy braking.