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On Onationbikes we have already tested the new Dunlop mixed tires, the Raid model, which claim to be the perfect 50-50 combination. Are they worth buying? Keep reading and find out!
Dunlop Raid fitted on our Ténéré
We mounted these tires to undertake the route to Morocco, which we thought would involve a lot of off-road and asphalt since we were starting from Barcelona. So the tires we chose needed to be dual-purpose, with decent durability to withstand two weeks of long daily rides. We were looking for durability and performance with a clear off-road focus, so we narrowed our choices down to these options: Dunlop Raid, Dunlop 902, TKC 80, or Mitas E09.
We saw that the Dunlop Raid was a new model with VERY good reviewsand at a reasonable price, so we decided to give them a try. Upon arriving in Almería after driving 12 hours straight on the highway at high speeds, there was no noticeable wear, so we thought we had made the right choice. When we tackled the first off-road track in Morocco, even with a lot of loose stones, it confirmed our impression. This tire performs exceptionally well, it’s incredible. During the trip, we encountered asphalt, trails, mud, and dunes,so we can confidently say that our opinion is 100% verified.
How do the Dunlop Raid perform on asphalt?
On asphalt, the Dunlop Raid performs incredibly well; it doesn't seem like a dual-purpose tire.Blindly, we would say it's clearly road-focused. The durability is approximately 8,000 km (depending on the type of riding) and it performs very well. However, it’s not all perfect— in the rain, you need to slow down and be cautious, just like with all the knobby tires on the market.
This is where they shine, their territory. After enjoying a winding road, you come across an open and solitary track, and well. You can enter and go full throttle confidently with these tires, as they will instill a lot of trust from the very first moment. Mud, sand, dry dirt... it handles it all. Of course, it's not an enduro knobby, but if you're an average rider (not like Pol Tarrés), with these tires, you can tackle all sorts of situations. And the best part is that you'll have a good tire for all the conditions that attract a trail rider. Curves and challenges 😊
Dunlop Raid for Trail?
Our conclusion: they are the best trail tires on the market
Yes, just as you read in the title. They have a more than decent durability, perform very well on asphalt, and handle dry dirt excellently.Even in dunes. So that’s why we recommend this tire 100%; we’re sure it won’t disappoint you. Dunlop has used its expertise in both enduro and road tires and combined them into a creation called Dunlop Raid, which is fantastic for those of us who want a true dual-purpose tire, allowing you to enjoy both asphalt and dirt whenever you want.
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Do you know how much the rear tire weighs? Because the Trailmax Mission in 150/70/18 weighed 9.6 kg, which is a lot. That's 3 kg more than the others, and it significantly affects the suspension.
Hi Carlos! I couldn’t specify the weight. I mounted them with my mechanic (who is used to handling trail motorcycle tires), and there were no comments about their weight, so I assume it's within the normal range. If you do trail riding, I recommend them. I’m going to repeat because they give me confidence on both dirt and asphalt (at lively speeds). Also, I’ve covered almost 6,000 km mostly on highways for work, and I estimate I can push them to 7-8k. I tend to push them too far, I know, haha. Cheers!