Last updated at 24/04/2026 09:42:09
Dunlop D404 Tires
Free delivery between 27 Apr – 4 May
originally posted on revzilla.com
I am not sure what to say about treat life, since I have maybe 150 miles on the tires. But they feel great on my vintage 1985 Kawasaki LTD 454. I was expecting very little grip, but they feel solid so far. I didn't realize how much the deterioration of the previous tires (Perelli Super Venom) was affecting the handling. This bike is never going to handle well (not enough weight in the front tire, to much flex and bounce in the rear suspension) but its doing much better with D404s front and back than it was with just the D404s in the rear.Anyone who has researched these tires will see that they are NOT designed for heavy bikes. I suspect that allows Dunlop to optimize them for mid-weight bikes where they can be compliant and semi-sticky without having to suffer ... MoreI am not sure what to say about treat life, since I have maybe 150 miles on the tires. But they feel great on my vintage 1985 Kawasaki LTD 454. I was expecting very little grip, but they feel solid so far. I didn't realize how much the deterioration of the previous tires (Perelli Super Venom) was affecting the handling. This bike is never going to handle well (not enough weight in the front tire, to much flex and bounce in the rear suspension) but its doing much better with D404s front and back than it was with just the D404s in the rear.Anyone who has researched these tires will see that they are NOT designed for heavy bikes. I suspect that allows Dunlop to optimize them for mid-weight bikes where they can be compliant and semi-sticky without having to suffer especially short tread life or sloppy handling, which is what I would expect if you put them on a big Harley, for example.What I can't figure out is how RevZilla was able to offer these for SO much less $$ than any other vendor. I was actually considering getting the equivalent Shinko tire (they have one that is almost an exact copy of this design) but there was no point. The Dunlap ended up being cheaper. I had also considered getting another "sport tire" as the previous owner of this bike had done. There was definitely no need for that. I would have been throwing away cash for no benefit given the nature of the bike. this was definitely the right tire. And the price was just spectacular.So I guess I can see the point that of the question about the manufacturing date. I see absolutely no evidence that these are not new tires. I don't know why the price was so great, but they are exactly as advertised. Great tires.Thanks RevZilla!
originally posted on revzilla.com
I installed these tires as tubeless on my '84 Honda VT500C Shadow. They have a stiff bead (steel) that required a fair bit of effort, even with my bead breaker; and I had to take the alloy wheels (tires mounted) to my local shop for bead setting and balancing.I'm lucky to have perfect test roads around where I live; and they performed confidently in the twisties (no chicken strips were harmed in the testing of these tires).I stuck with the stock sizes and have no regrets.
originally posted on revzilla.com
The D404 tread pattern is pretty iconic, it's been OE fitment on all sorts of cruisers for years, although it's getting a little dated at this point. I recently ran one on the front of my Valkyrie, it's one of only about 5 tires available in the somewhat odd size it takes.Overall it was a pretty so-so. I have about 11k on it, and the tread is pretty thin (probably wouldn't pass inspection) on the left side. Maybe could push them another 1-2k but handling has noticeably degraded, so time to swap out. New, performance was pretty solid. Didn't do anything unexpected, had good grip, predictable handling. However as it aged, performance and grip noticeably dropped off, particularly in the last third of it's life. Cornering started to feel wonky and nervous, tar strips ... MoreThe D404 tread pattern is pretty iconic, it's been OE fitment on all sorts of cruisers for years, although it's getting a little dated at this point. I recently ran one on the front of my Valkyrie, it's one of only about 5 tires available in the somewhat odd size it takes.Overall it was a pretty so-so. I have about 11k on it, and the tread is pretty thin (probably wouldn't pass inspection) on the left side. Maybe could push them another 1-2k but handling has noticeably degraded, so time to swap out. New, performance was pretty solid. Didn't do anything unexpected, had good grip, predictable handling. However as it aged, performance and grip noticeably dropped off, particularly in the last third of it's life. Cornering started to feel wonky and nervous, tar strips and grooved pavement started tossing the bike all over the place. Even to the touch the rubber just feels like of hard and slippery, and it feels like that from the seat also. Also, after only about a year in service dry rot cracking is visible in pretty much all the rain grooves.I won't say I hated the tire, but wouldn't buy one again.
| Product Dimensions | |
| Length | 18.65 in |
| Height | 25.7 in |
| Width | 25.7 in |
| Product Weight |
Dunlop D404 Tires
Free delivery between 27 Apr – 4 May
I am not sure what to say about treat life, since I have maybe 150 miles on the tires. But they feel great on my vintage 1985 Kawasaki LTD 454. I was expecting very little grip, but they feel solid so far. I didn't realize how much the deterioration of the previous tires (Perelli Super Venom) was affecting the handling. This bike is never going to handle well (not enough weight in the front tire, to much flex and bounce in the rear suspension) but its doing much better with D404s front and back than it was with just the D404s in the rear.Anyone who has researched these tires will see that they are NOT designed for heavy bikes. I suspect that allows Dunlop to optimize them for mid-weight bikes where they can be compliant and semi-sticky without having to suffer ... MoreI am not sure what to say about treat life, since I have maybe 150 miles on the tires. But they feel great on my vintage 1985 Kawasaki LTD 454. I was expecting very little grip, but they feel solid so far. I didn't realize how much the deterioration of the previous tires (Perelli Super Venom) was affecting the handling. This bike is never going to handle well (not enough weight in the front tire, to much flex and bounce in the rear suspension) but its doing much better with D404s front and back than it was with just the D404s in the rear.Anyone who has researched these tires will see that they are NOT designed for heavy bikes. I suspect that allows Dunlop to optimize them for mid-weight bikes where they can be compliant and semi-sticky without having to suffer especially short tread life or sloppy handling, which is what I would expect if you put them on a big Harley, for example.What I can't figure out is how RevZilla was able to offer these for SO much less $$ than any other vendor. I was actually considering getting the equivalent Shinko tire (they have one that is almost an exact copy of this design) but there was no point. The Dunlap ended up being cheaper. I had also considered getting another "sport tire" as the previous owner of this bike had done. There was definitely no need for that. I would have been throwing away cash for no benefit given the nature of the bike. this was definitely the right tire. And the price was just spectacular.So I guess I can see the point that of the question about the manufacturing date. I see absolutely no evidence that these are not new tires. I don't know why the price was so great, but they are exactly as advertised. Great tires.Thanks RevZilla!
I installed these tires as tubeless on my '84 Honda VT500C Shadow. They have a stiff bead (steel) that required a fair bit of effort, even with my bead breaker; and I had to take the alloy wheels (tires mounted) to my local shop for bead setting and balancing.I'm lucky to have perfect test roads around where I live; and they performed confidently in the twisties (no chicken strips were harmed in the testing of these tires).I stuck with the stock sizes and have no regrets.
The D404 tread pattern is pretty iconic, it's been OE fitment on all sorts of cruisers for years, although it's getting a little dated at this point. I recently ran one on the front of my Valkyrie, it's one of only about 5 tires available in the somewhat odd size it takes.Overall it was a pretty so-so. I have about 11k on it, and the tread is pretty thin (probably wouldn't pass inspection) on the left side. Maybe could push them another 1-2k but handling has noticeably degraded, so time to swap out. New, performance was pretty solid. Didn't do anything unexpected, had good grip, predictable handling. However as it aged, performance and grip noticeably dropped off, particularly in the last third of it's life. Cornering started to feel wonky and nervous, tar strips ... MoreThe D404 tread pattern is pretty iconic, it's been OE fitment on all sorts of cruisers for years, although it's getting a little dated at this point. I recently ran one on the front of my Valkyrie, it's one of only about 5 tires available in the somewhat odd size it takes.Overall it was a pretty so-so. I have about 11k on it, and the tread is pretty thin (probably wouldn't pass inspection) on the left side. Maybe could push them another 1-2k but handling has noticeably degraded, so time to swap out. New, performance was pretty solid. Didn't do anything unexpected, had good grip, predictable handling. However as it aged, performance and grip noticeably dropped off, particularly in the last third of it's life. Cornering started to feel wonky and nervous, tar strips and grooved pavement started tossing the bike all over the place. Even to the touch the rubber just feels like of hard and slippery, and it feels like that from the seat also. Also, after only about a year in service dry rot cracking is visible in pretty much all the rain grooves.I won't say I hated the tire, but wouldn't buy one again.
I ordered these tires because my Yamaha 650 vstar manual said they were the ideal choice. Loved the look and the price. They were shipped quick. I have been riding for a few weeks with them and they feel great love the look and the way they react to the road conditions. Would highly recommend. I?ll have more information on the tread life as they age and the more use I give them. Get them. Can?t beat the price.
My bike was flat out dangerous until I got this new tire. Even a little sand on pavement could have taken me down. But this new Dunlop makes it all good again. It made my bike safe again, and fun. I should have gotten a new rear tire too. It's tough to get a tire done here. There's only like 5-10 shops and most are booked all through the season it seems.
I put one one the front of my R1200GS A and liked it until I turned on wet roads. Wow, it was not nearly as sure-footed as the Heidenau K60 that it replaced. I bought this to ride on and to be better on the wet Seattle roads in the months I would not see dirt i.e. after Labor Day and Before Memorial Day. I heard it was great for wet roads and this might be true in a straight line (water evacuating tread) but wet traction turning is down right slippery. The four tires I've ridden on in the rain rank as follows: 1: Metzeler RoadTec01 =Outstanding 2: Bridgestone T30=very good 3: Heidenau K60=Very Good 4: Dunlop 404=slips very early in a lean.Man oh Man I wish I would have just spend the extra $200 and gotten Michelin Road 5 Trails for both front and back. Instead I ... MoreI put one one the front of my R1200GS A and liked it until I turned on wet roads. Wow, it was not nearly as sure-footed as the Heidenau K60 that it replaced. I bought this to ride on and to be better on the wet Seattle roads in the months I would not see dirt i.e. after Labor Day and Before Memorial Day. I heard it was great for wet roads and this might be true in a straight line (water evacuating tread) but wet traction turning is down right slippery. The four tires I've ridden on in the rain rank as follows: 1: Metzeler RoadTec01 =Outstanding 2: Bridgestone T30=very good 3: Heidenau K60=Very Good 4: Dunlop 404=slips very early in a lean.Man oh Man I wish I would have just spend the extra $200 and gotten Michelin Road 5 Trails for both front and back. Instead I saved money and got the Shinko 712 for the rear (no complaints) and the Dunoop 404 for the front and am regretting it after a slippery ride on very wet Seattle roads today and tonight (11 Jan, 2021). This budget tire will do fine for people keeping it in the far left lane when it's wet. But do yourself a favor and stay there.
This tire has the more aggressive and 'biting' tread we need for the Airy Zona roadways with their zigging and zagging parallel cracks that open as much as two inches. I tend to run it a pound or two under recommended pressure, just to be sure the entire tire stays in contact with the roadway. So far it's what I was hoping for. 2007 Honda Shadow Aero 750.
These tires are inexpensive and will server you well on dry roads. I even feel pretty confident driving on wet roads in a straight line. They seemingly channel water well. But when you turn on wet pavement, you can feel them slide much too soon. I've never felt less confident as far as wet weather grip than I have with these on the front of my R1200GSA. I'll be replacing this soon (mid Nov) with a Metzeler Road Tec 01 or Michelin 5 Trail and then rate those. Late Fall, Winter and Spring are quite wet here in the Seattle area and I'm not going to keep this tire on during these next months.
The tires were great when I got my Rebel 500 brand new. Plenty of grip for cornering. However, now that I have put some miles on them they leave a lot to be desired.The grip in wet weather was the first thing to go at about 4,000 miles. Now at a little over 5,000 miles the rear tire loses grip while cornering with almost any accelerating. This is to be expected of any tire eventually. Though it happened faster on these Donlop 404's than I was expecting.The issue here is that there are tires like the Michelin Commander II's that can offer about 3 times the mileage for like 1.5 times the price. Assuming you don't get any nails in your tires, that makes these Dunlop D404's bad bang for the buck. Especially if you don't mount and balance tires yourself.TLDR: If ... MoreThe tires were great when I got my Rebel 500 brand new. Plenty of grip for cornering. However, now that I have put some miles on them they leave a lot to be desired.The grip in wet weather was the first thing to go at about 4,000 miles. Now at a little over 5,000 miles the rear tire loses grip while cornering with almost any accelerating. This is to be expected of any tire eventually. Though it happened faster on these Donlop 404's than I was expecting.The issue here is that there are tires like the Michelin Commander II's that can offer about 3 times the mileage for like 1.5 times the price. Assuming you don't get any nails in your tires, that makes these Dunlop D404's bad bang for the buck. Especially if you don't mount and balance tires yourself.TLDR: If you only have enough money for these, they will be great tires. Just don't expect them to last a long time. If you can spend a little more, you probably should.
Great tires. Not high end performance but these are solid tires that are sticky enough for casual and back road riding and have lasted me 7-8k miles. Relatively cheap for what you get out of them. There are my 4th set on my W650. Have tired more expensive better performance tires but for easy riding, I keep coming back to these.
| Product Dimensions | |
| Length | 18.65 in |
| Height | 25.7 in |
| Width | 25.7 in |
| Product Weight |
The Dunlop D404 tire expands size range to include most modern and older metric cruisers, and at the price range, this is a cause for celebration. The tread compound balances longevity and grip to offer the best of both worlds, while the tread patterns themselves are optimized for wet weather traction. Bias-ply construction delivers a smooth ride, making this another great all-around Dunlop tire. Dunlop's D404 front motorcycle tire delivers the quality you expect in a motorcycle tire from one of the most experienced manufacturers of tires in the street bike tire market. Dunlop D404 motorcycle tires come in a wide range of sizes that provide great wear and performance in a motorcycle tire. The Dunlop D404 motorcycle tire comes in both front and rear versions for great compatibility in a motorcycle tire setup. Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip. Front and rear tread patterns designed for outstanding water evacuation and wet grip. Bias-ply construction designed to deliver excellent load-carrying capacity as well as a smooth ride for maximum comfort. Offset center groove offers excellent straight-line stability. The Dunlop D404 is not recommended for use on Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
The Dunlop D404 tire expands size range to include most modern and older metric cruisers, and at the price range, this is a cause for celebration. The tread compound balances longevity and grip to offer the best of both worlds, while the tread patterns themselves are optimized for wet weather traction. Bias-ply construction delivers a smooth ride, making this another great all-around Dunlop tire. Dunlop's D404 front motorcycle tire delivers the quality you expect in a motorcycle tire from one of the most experienced manufacturers of tires in the street bike tire market. Dunlop D404 motorcycle tires come in a wide range of sizes that provide great wear and performance in a motorcycle tire. The Dunlop D404 motorcycle tire comes in both front and rear versions for great compatibility in a motorcycle tire setup. Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip. Front and rear tread patterns designed for outstanding water evacuation and wet grip. Bias-ply construction designed to deliver excellent load-carrying capacity as well as a smooth ride for maximum comfort. Offset center groove offers excellent straight-line stability. The Dunlop D404 is not recommended for use on Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
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The lowest price for Dunlop 45605490 D404 Front Tire (150/80-16) right now is $290.77 at MX Locker.
The all-time low was $221.46 on 13 July 2023 — today's price is 31% above the lowest ever. It has been notably cheaper before — worth setting a price alert.
Dunlop 45605490 D404 Front Tire (150/80-16)
The Dunlop D404 tire expands size range to include most modern and older metric cruisers, and at the price range, this is a cause for celebration. The tread compound balances longevity and grip to offer the best of both worlds, while the tread patterns themselves are optimized for wet weather traction. Bias-ply construction delivers a smooth ride, making this another great all-around Dunlop tire. Dunlop's D404 front motorcycle tire delivers the quality you expect in a motorcycle tire from one of the most experienced manufacturers of tires in the street bike tire market. Dunlop D404 motorcycle tires come in a wide range of sizes that provide great wear and performance in a motorcycle tire. The Dunlop D404 motorcycle tire comes in both front and rear versions for great compatibility in a motorcycle tire setup. Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip. Front and rear tread patterns designed for outstanding water evacuation and wet grip. Bias-ply construction designed to deliver excellent load-carrying capacity as well as a smooth ride for maximum comfort. Offset center groove offers excellent straight-line stability. The Dunlop D404 is not recommended for use on Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
The Dunlop D404 tire expands size range to include most modern and older metric cruisers, and at the price range, this is a cause for celebration. The tread compound balances longevity and grip to offer the best of both worlds, while the tread patterns themselves are optimized for wet weather traction. Bias-ply construction delivers a smooth ride, making this another great all-around Dunlop tire. Dunlop's D404 front motorcycle tire delivers the quality you expect in a motorcycle tire from one of the most experienced manufacturers of tires in the street bike tire market. Dunlop D404 motorcycle tires come in a wide range of sizes that provide great wear and performance in a motorcycle tire. The Dunlop D404 motorcycle tire comes in both front and rear versions for great compatibility in a motorcycle tire setup. Expanded size range fits a wide variety of older bikes and cruisers. Tread compound delivers excellent balance of mileage and grip. Front and rear tread patterns designed for outstanding water evacuation and wet grip. Bias-ply construction designed to deliver excellent load-carrying capacity as well as a smooth ride for maximum comfort. Offset center groove offers excellent straight-line stability. The Dunlop D404 is not recommended for use on Harley-Davidson motorcycles.
Prices last updated 24 Apr 2026.
