Quick take
When you're shopping powersports tires brakes suspension, a front/rear tire set boils the decision down to fitment and riding style. The four new sets in this comparison range from $218.98 to $443.98 in listed price, but they split by wheel size: a Tusk adventuring 21-inch front/17-inch rear pair, two Shinko 005 Advance sets with different rear widths, and a Dunlop D402 16-inch touring pair. Start by matching wheel diameters, then use the price bars below to see how the sets rank on listed price.
Listed-price comparison
| Product | Listed price | Price bar | Sizing |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tusk 2Track Adventure Tire Set | USD 218.98 | 90/90-21 front, 130/80-17 rear | |
| Shinko 005 Advance Tire Set (120 + 160/60 Radial 17) | USD 239.90 | 120/70-17 front, 160/60-17 rear | |
| Shinko 005 Advance Tire Set (120 21-inch + 240/40-18) | USD 338.90 | 120/70-21 front, 240/40R18 rear | |
| Dunlop D402 MT90B16 MU85B16 Tire Set | USD 443.98 | MT90B16 front, MU85B16 rear |
Decision matrix
| Use case | Pick this set | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Adventure-style 21-inch front and 17-inch rear | Tusk 2Track Adventure 90/90-21 + 130/80-17 | The lowest listed price in the group and an adventure-style tread designed with large blocks and deep tread. |
| Street riding with 17-inch wheels and a radial rear | Shinko 005 Advance 120 + 160/60 Radial 17 | A 17-inch radial set with aramid belting and a water-dissipating tread pattern. |
| Wide 18-inch rear with a 21-inch front | Shinko 005 Advance 120 21-inch + 240/40-18 | The only set here with a 240/40R18 rear, paired with a 120/70-21 front. |
| 16-inch touring pair | Dunlop D402 MT90B16 MU85B16 | Described as an approved Harley-Davidson touring tire with a three-ply casing and offset center groove. |
Product notes
Tusk 2Track Adventure Motorcycle Tire Set
This new set pairs a 90/90-21 front with a 130/80-17 rear, a fitment aimed at adventure bikes that run a 21-inch front wheel. It is the least expensive listed set in this comparison, which keeps the upfront cost down. The Tusk 2Track uses a durable rubber compound, reinforced knob bases, large tread blocks, and deep tread for mixed on-road and off-road riding. The trade-off is that this is an adventure-style fitment rather than a street-radial pair. If your motorcycle uses a different front/rear combination, this specific set won't line up with your wheels.
Shinko 005 Advance Motorcycle Tire Set (120 + 160/60 Radial 17)
This new Shinko set is sized for conventional 17-inch street wheels: 120/70-17 front and 160/60-17 rear. The 005 Advance uses large block tread, specially shaped grooves that dissipate water on wet surfaces, a rubber compound for grip and durability, and aramid belting for high-speed performance. For a street bike with 17-inch rims and a 160 rear, this is a direct fit. The limitation is the fixed sizing: it isn't a 21-inch front set, nor does it offer a wider 240 rear. If your wheel sizes differ, another set will be needed.
Shinko 005 Advance Motorcycle Tire Set (120 21-inch + 240/40-18)
This second Shinko set goes the other direction: a 120/70-21 bias front and a 240/40R18 radial rear. The wide rear section is the standout fitment here, so it suits a bike built around an 18-inch rear wheel. It shares the 005 tread family's large blocks, wet-surface grooves, grip compound, and aramid belting. The listed price sits in the middle of this comparison, but fitment should drive the decision. The limitation is that the front and rear sizes are specific to this 21/240 combination; a standard 17-inch rear or a narrow fender won't pair with this set.
Dunlop D402 MT90B16 MU85B16 Front Rear Tire Set
This Dunlop set covers the 16-inch end of the spectrum with an MT90B16 front and an MU85B16 rear. It is an approved Harley-Davidson touring tire with a three-ply polyester casing, two fiberglass belts, and an offset center groove. It also carries the highest listed price in this group. If you're after a new 16-inch D402 pair with Harley-Davidson touring branding, this set matches. The limitation is that 16-inch wheels are the only fitment here; bikes running 17- or 18-inch fronts or rears will need a different set.
Final recommendation by use case
Choose the Tusk 2Track set if you want a 21-inch front/17-inch rear adventure-style pair at the lowest listed price. Choose the Shinko 005 Advance 120 + 160/60 Radial 17 set for a 17-inch street bike with a 160 rear. Choose the Shinko 005 Advance 120 21-inch + 240/40-18 set when your build calls for a wide 240/40-18 rear. Choose the Dunlop D402 set when you need a 16-inch touring pair with Harley-Davidson branding. Match the wheel size first, and the price comparison becomes a tiebreaker rather than the main event.
