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Dunlop Sportmax Q5S Rear Tire 200/55 ZR17
(78W) TL Track / Street
Product Overview
The Dunlop Sportmax Q5S is a high-performance hypersport tire designed to deliver track-capable grip with real-world street usability.
Developed from Dunlop’s racing programs, the Q5S combines advanced compounds, refined profiles, and optimized tread design to provide strong traction, fast warm-up, and predictable handling across aggressive riding conditions.
This tire is built for riders who want a balance of track performance and street practicality, offering high levels of grip without requiring tire warmers.
Key Technology & Design
Intuitive Response Profile (IRP)
Profile design is engineered to deliver predictable and responsive handling.
Designed to provide a linear and natural steering feel
Supports smooth transition from upright to full lean
Enhances rider confidence during corner entry
Maintains stability across varying lean angles
Jointless Tread Construction
Construction improves consistency across the tire’s contact patch.
Continuously wound tread reduces deformation
Promotes consistent grip across the entire profile
Improves stability during acceleration and cornering
Enhances overall ride smoothness
Optimized Tread Pattern Design
Tread layout is designed to maximize grip and improve usability.
Lower groove density increases rubber contact at lean
Improves dry grip during aggressive riding
Aids in water evacuation for wet conditions
Promotes faster warm-up and consistent wear
Racing-Derived Construction
Built using technology developed from Dunlop’s racing programs.
Improves high-speed stability and cornering performance
Enhances feedback during aggressive riding
Designed for both track use and street riding
Provides confidence without requiring tire warmers
Compound Characteristics
MT Multi-Tread Rear Compound
Multi-compound design balances grip and durability.
Silica-infused center compound improves wear life
Softer shoulder compounds increase grip at lean
Designed for strong traction during corner exit
Maintains consistent performance across heat cycles
Carbon R Compound Technology
Advanced compound materials improve grip and warm-up behavior.
Enhances dry and wet traction
Improves heat generation for faster warm-up
Provides strong edge grip during aggressive riding
Maintains consistent performance across varying conditions
Performance Characteristics
Track-Capable Street Performance
Engineered for riders pushing the limits of grip and control.
Excellent traction at high lean angles
Strong drive grip when exiting corners
Fast warm-up without requiring tire warmers
Predictable handling and rider feedback
Balanced performance in both dry and wet conditions
Why Choose a Track-Focused Street Tire?
Designed to deliver high grip while maintaining everyday usability.
Higher grip than standard street tires
More usable than full race tires
No need for tire warmers
Suitable for both street riding and track days
Why Run a 200/55 Rear Tire instead of a 190/55 on a Sport Bike?
The difference between a 200/55 and a 190/55 comes down to width and contact patch behavior, which directly affect how the bike puts power down and feels during corner exit.
A 200/55 is wider while maintaining a similar overall profile height, meaning it increases rear grip without significantly changing ride height like a taller 200/60 would.
Benefits of the 200/55 setup can include:
Larger contact patch for improved acceleration grip
Increased rear-end stability under hard throttle
More planted feel during corner exit
Improved confidence when applying power at lean
Maintains more neutral chassis geometry compared to taller profile setups
Because the 200/55 adds width without a major increase in height, it improves drive grip while keeping the bike’s handling characteristics relatively familiar.
In contrast, a 190/55:
Is narrower with a slightly smaller contact patch
Typically feels more agile and easier to transition
Requires less effort during quick side-to-side movement
The 200/55 is commonly chosen by riders who want:
Maximum drive grip when exiting corners
Increased stability at higher speeds
A more planted and confidence-inspiring rear feel
Better performance on higher horsepower sport bikes
This setup is commonly used on liter bikes such as the R1, ZX-10R, GSX-R1000, and S1000RR.
Slight Handling Tradeoff
Compared to a 190/55 tire, a 200/55 may feel:
slightly slower during rapid side-to-side transitions
slightly heavier when initiating lean
more stable than agile in tight direction changes
However, many riders prefer the added grip and stability the 200/55 provides, especially under aggressive acceleration.
Always confirm proper fitment and clearance before installing a different tire size.
Ideal Riding Style
Track days
Aggressive canyon riding
High-performance sport riding
Riders seeking strong grip with street usability
Tire Specifications
Brand: Dunlop
Model: Sportmax Q5S
Size: 200/55 ZR17
Load / Speed Rating: (78W)
Construction: Tubeless (TL)
Position: Rear Tire
Category: Hypersport / Track Performance Tire
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Dunlop 200/55 ZR 17 Sportmax Q5S Rear

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Description:

Dunlop Sportmax Q5S Rear Tire 200/55 ZR17

(78W) TL Track / Street

Product Overview

The Dunlop Sportmax Q5S is a high-performance hypersport tire designed to deliver track-capable grip with real-world street usability.

Developed from Dunlop’s racing programs, the Q5S combines advanced compounds, refined profiles, and optimized tread design to provide strong traction, fast warm-up, and predictable handling across aggressive riding conditions.

This tire is built for riders who want a balance of track performance and street practicality, offering high levels of grip without requiring tire warmers.

Key Technology & Design

Intuitive Response Profile (IRP)

Profile design is engineered to deliver predictable and responsive handling.

• Designed to provide a linear and natural steering feel
• Supports smooth transition from upright to full lean
• Enhances rider confidence during corner entry
• Maintains stability across varying lean angles

Jointless Tread Construction

Construction improves consistency across the tire’s contact patch.

• Continuously wound tread reduces deformation
• Promotes consistent grip across the entire profile
• Improves stability during acceleration and cornering
• Enhances overall ride smoothness

Optimized Tread Pattern Design

Tread layout is designed to maximize grip and improve usability.

• Lower groove density increases rubber contact at lean
• Improves dry grip during aggressive riding
• Aids in water evacuation for wet conditions
• Promotes faster warm-up and consistent wear

Racing-Derived Construction

Built using technology developed from Dunlop’s racing programs.

• Improves high-speed stability and cornering performance
• Enhances feedback during aggressive riding
• Designed for both track use and street riding
• Provides confidence without requiring tire warmers

Compound Characteristics

MT Multi-Tread Rear Compound

Multi-compound design balances grip and durability.

• Silica-infused center compound improves wear life
• Softer shoulder compounds increase grip at lean
• Designed for strong traction during corner exit
• Maintains consistent performance across heat cycles

Carbon R Compound Technology

Advanced compound materials improve grip and warm-up behavior.

• Enhances dry and wet traction
• Improves heat generation for faster warm-up
• Provides strong edge grip during aggressive riding
• Maintains consistent performance across varying conditions

Performance Characteristics

Track-Capable Street Performance

Engineered for riders pushing the limits of grip and control.

• Excellent traction at high lean angles
• Strong drive grip when exiting corners
• Fast warm-up without requiring tire warmers
• Predictable handling and rider feedback
• Balanced performance in both dry and wet conditions

Why Choose a Track-Focused Street Tire?

Designed to deliver high grip while maintaining everyday usability.

• Higher grip than standard street tires
• More usable than full race tires
• No need for tire warmers
• Suitable for both street riding and track days

Why Run a 200/55 Rear Tire instead of a 190/55 on a Sport Bike?

The difference between a 200/55 and a 190/55 comes down to width and contact patch behavior, which directly affect how the bike puts power down and feels during corner exit.

A 200/55 is wider while maintaining a similar overall profile height, meaning it increases rear grip without significantly changing ride height like a taller 200/60 would.

Benefits of the 200/55 setup can include:

• Larger contact patch for improved acceleration grip
• Increased rear-end stability under hard throttle
• More planted feel during corner exit
• Improved confidence when applying power at lean
• Maintains more neutral chassis geometry compared to taller profile setups

Because the 200/55 adds width without a major increase in height, it improves drive grip while keeping the bike’s handling characteristics relatively familiar.

In contrast, a 190/55:

• Is narrower with a slightly smaller contact patch
• Typically feels more agile and easier to transition
• Requires less effort during quick side-to-side movement

The 200/55 is commonly chosen by riders who want:

• Maximum drive grip when exiting corners
• Increased stability at higher speeds
• A more planted and confidence-inspiring rear feel
• Better performance on higher horsepower sport bikes

This setup is commonly used on liter bikes such as the R1, ZX-10R, GSX-R1000, and S1000RR.

Slight Handling Tradeoff

Compared to a 190/55 tire, a 200/55 may feel:

• slightly slower during rapid side-to-side transitions
• slightly heavier when initiating lean
• more stable than agile in tight direction changes

However, many riders prefer the added grip and stability the 200/55 provides, especially under aggressive acceleration.

Always confirm proper fitment and clearance before installing a different tire size.

Ideal Riding Style

• Track days
• Aggressive canyon riding
• High-performance sport riding
• Riders seeking strong grip with street usability

Tire Specifications

• Brand: Dunlop
• Model: Sportmax Q5S
• Size: 200/55 ZR17
• Load / Speed Rating: (78W)
• Construction: Tubeless (TL)
• Position: Rear Tire
• Category: Hypersport / Track Performance Tire

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