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product_id: 495508479
title: "MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire-120/70ZR-17 (58W) 58Y"
brand: "michelin"
price: "A$1070"
currency: AUD
in_stock: true
url: https://www.desertcart.com.au/products/495508479-michelin-road-5-touring-radial-tire-120-70zr-17-58w
store_origin: AU
region: Australia
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# Top wet grip tech Advanced casing stability Long-lasting tread life MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire-120/70ZR-17 (58W) 58Y

**Brand:** michelin
**Price:** A$1070
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🏍️ Ride the Road 5: Grip the future, rain or shine!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire-120/70ZR-17 (58W) 58Y by michelin
- **How much does it cost?** A$1070 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- michelin enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted michelin brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Unmatched Wet Grip 💧:** Patented XST Evo sipes and 2CT+ compounds keep you safe and confident in rain or shine.
- • **Precision Handling ⚙️:** ACT+ casing technology delivers superior dry grip and enhanced stability for a thrilling ride.
- • **Enduring Performance 🛣️:** Stops as short after 3,500 miles as when new, ensuring lasting reliability on every ride.
- • **Touring Ready Design 🏍️:** Radial construction and 17-inch rim compatibility for smooth, responsive touring adventures.
- • **All-Condition Confidence 🌦️:** Specialized compounds excel on painted lines and pedestrian crossings, so you never hesitate.

## Overview

The MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire (120/70ZR-17) combines patented XST Evo siping and advanced 2CT+ tread compounds to deliver industry-leading wet grip and long-lasting performance. Featuring ACT+ casing technology for enhanced dry handling and stability, this tire ensures confident rides across diverse road surfaces, including painted lines and pedestrian crossings. Designed for touring enthusiasts, it offers durable radial construction and precise fitment for 17-inch rims, making every mile safer and more enjoyable.

## Description

When one of the best gets better, you'll ride with more confidence - rain or shine, hot or cold, city or highway. With its new XST Evo sipes, which widen as the tire wears, MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer effective water evacuation throughout the life of the tire. The new compounds are specially formulated to provide excellent grip on a wide range of road surfaces, including painted lines and pedestrian crossings, making it easier for you to ride with confidence in virtually all conditions.

## Features

- - Number one for Wet Grip on the Road - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds
- - Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes
- - Fun to Ride - Enjoy better dry grip, improved stability and handling versus MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to Michelin’s patented ACT+ casing technology for even more riding pleasure
- - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip due to patented MICHELIN Water Sipe Technology and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds
- - The new compounds are specially formulated to provide excellent grip on a wide range of road surfaces, including painted lines and pedestrian crossings, making it easier for you to ride with confidence in virtually all conditions.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Manufacturer | Michelin |
| Brand | MICHELIN |
| Model | Michelin Road 5 Front Tire |
| Item model number | 98658 |
| Manufacturer part number | 98658 |
| Section Width | 120 Millimetres |
| Construction | Radial |
| Tread depth | 4.5 Millimetres |
| Rim Width | 17 Inches |
| Item Weight | 4.67 kg |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** MICHELIN
- **Size:** 120/70ZR 17
- **Rim size:** 17 Inches
- **Section width:** 120 Millimetres
- **Tyre aspect ratio:** 70.0
- **Load index:** 100
- **Speed rating:** Y
- **Load capacity:** 235.87 kg
- **Tread depth:** 4.5 Millimetres
- **Tread type:** Symmetrical

## Images

![MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire-120/70ZR-17 (58W) 58Y - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61PZc4sypvL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hi, What year was the tire made? Thanks.**
A: My front was made week 12 of 2021

**Q: is this tire good for bmw r1200 rt**
A: I use them on my F 800 GT and they are the only tires I’ll  use.i  have 7000 miles on them so far still good for maybe 2000 more on the rear. I  use this bike for touring .

**Q: Tube or Tubeless?**
A: tubeless

**Q: Is the michelin road 5 similar to road 5 gt?**
A: Road 5 gt is for heavier bikes. (Higher load rating) otherwise basically the same.

## Frequently Bought Together

- MICHELIN Road 5 Front Tire 120/70 ZR-17 (58W)
- MICHELIN Road 5 Touring Radial Tire-180/55ZR-17 73W, 69960

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*Last updated: 2026-01-27*