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Dunlop RoadSmart IV Wins MOTORRAD Road Tyre Test

13 April, 2026
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Dunlop RoadSmart IV motorcycle tyre

Dunlop RoadSmart IV motorcycle tyre

Dunlop RoadSmart IV has been named the winner of the latest road tyre test by leading German magazine MOTORRAD, earning praise for its excellent handling and balanced performance in all conditions.

This premium sport touring tyre impressed testers in a comparison of three road-focused tyres in sizes 120/70 R19 (front) and 170/60 R17 (rear), tested on a BMW R 1300 GS. RoadSmart IV secured first place overall in the road tyre category, delivering class-leading wet performance and among the best results in dry conditions.

This marks the second time in five years that RoadSmart IV has taken top honours in a MOTORRAD test. It also continues a strong run of success for Dunlop in independent testing this year, following SportSmart Mk4’s overall victory in MOTORRAD’s earlier sport tyre test.

MOTORRAD testers particularly praised the tyre’s precise handling and feedback in dry conditions. They noted that it “turns in more easily than its competitors” and is “highly recommended” for motorcycles with typically sluggish steering behaviour. The tyre remained stable on the BMW R 1300 GS test bike, while delivering high cornering speeds, strong grip at maximum lean angle, and extremely precise feedback.

RoadSmart IV also performed impressively in wet conditions. Testers highlighted its “extremely easy manoeuvrability in fast cornering sequences,” with clear and user-friendly feedback that effectively communicates grip limits.

MOTORRAD described the tyre as an outstanding all-rounder with “excellent handling and top performance in all conditions.” The magazine concluded: “On the GS, riders can use it to annoy superbike riders.” This strong performance across both dry and wet conditions also earned RoadSmart IV the magazine’s “Kauftipp” award.

Roberto Finetti, Marketing Manager at Dunlop Motorcycle Europe, said: “This result reinforces our goal to deliver the perfect balance of outstanding dry performance, exceptional wet grip, and precise handling, even after several thousand kilometres. We are proud to see RoadSmart IV once again recognised as a benchmark in the sport touring segment.”

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