Dunlop AE2 Blackwall Tire Set 130/80B17 Front + 180/65B16 Rear Harley Touring Cruiser V-Twin Multi-Tread AE2 Series

OVERVIEW

This complete tire set pairs a 130/80B17 front wheel with a 180/65B16 rear wheel, engineered specifically for Harley-Davidson touring and cruiser motorcycles. Featuring bias-ply construction with an aramid-reinforced carcass, the set delivers structural stability under heavy loads while prioritizing predictable grip and extended service life through an elevated-land-ratio tread design.

ENGINEERING & PERFORMANCE

The AE2 series utilizes Multi-Tread technology that couples a long-lasting center zone with high-grip shoulder compounds, ensuring consistent wear across the centerpath while maintaining decisive lateral traction in corners. An elevated land ratio combined with revised tread geometry increases contact surface area by ten percent to reduce operating heat and enhance durability. The aramid-cord reinforced carcass resists flex, preserving structural rigidity and alignment integrity even when carrying heavy touring loads or navigating uneven pavement.

KEY FEATURES

• Complete tire set matched for Harley-Davidson touring and cruiser motorcycles
• Dunlop AE2 Blackwall bias-ply construction with aramid-cord carcass reinforcement
• Multi-Tread compound system pairing a long-lasting centerzone with high-grip shoulders
• Revised tread geometry delivering a ten percent increase in contact surface area to reduce operating heat
• Elevated shoulder groove density optimized for improved wet-surface drainage and traction
• Updated tread formulation yielding approximately twenty-five percent mileage improvement over preceding generations
• Front unit sized 130/80B17 with 65H load index; rear unit sized 180/65B16 with 81H load index
• Rim designation B17/B16 compatible with standard cruiser wheel specifications

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: Dunlop
• Part Name: AE2 Blackwall Tire Set
• Product Type: Bias-Ply Tire Set
• Construction: Aramid-Cord Reinforced Carcass
• Dimensions: 130/80B17 Front, 180/65B16 Rear
• Load Rating: 65H Front, 81H Rear
• Compound: Multi-Tread with High-Grip Shoulders
• Compatibility: Harley-Davidson Touring and Cruiser Models Requiring Specified Tire Dimensions
• Verification: Chassis compatibility check required per manufacturer guidelines

FITMENT

• Harley-Davidson Touring and Cruiser Models — Requires 130/80B17 65H front and 180/65B16 81H rear tires; verify chassis compatibility with specific year and build configuration before installation.

WHY RIDERS CHOOSE THIS

Motorcyclists select this Dunlop AE2 combination to balance extended highway durability with secure cornering on larger V-twin frames. The dual-compound tread strategy provides consistent wear across the centerpath while maintaining decisive lateral grip through turns, reducing heat buildup with its enlarged contact surface. Builders seeking a straightforward replacement benefit from the direct OE-dimension sizing and the structural reliability of the aramid-reinforced bias-ply architecture, which handles heavy touring loads without compromising handling precision.