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When comparing Dunlop Motorcycle AMERICAN ELITE 140/75R17 FRT with other Cruiser options, use this source-backed detail as the primary discriminator: Load Rating: 67 Position: Front Rim Size: 17 Speed Rating: V Tire Application: Cruiser Tire Size: 140/75-17 Tire Type: Street Dunlops American Elite is the only aftermarket tire line for fits H-D and fits Indian motorcycles that is designed, tested and manufactured in the U.S.A.
Use this second fact to evaluate the tradeoff: The American Elite delivers enhanced tire mileage thanks to a MT Multi-Tread rear tire technology that incorporates a long-wearing compound in the center of the tire, along with a lateral-grip compound on each shoulder for great handling. A third point to compare across alternatives is: Dunlops American Elite is the premier aftermarket choice for V-Twin riders in search of tires that deliver extended tread wear.
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Load Rating: 67
Position: Front
Rim Size: 17
Speed Rating: V
Tire Application: Cruiser
Tire Size: 140/75-17
Tire Type: Street
Dunlops American Elite is the only aftermarket tire line for fits H-D and fits Indian motorcycles that is designed, tested and manufactured in the U.S.A. Sizes available in black, narrow-white and wide-white sidewalls. The American Elite delivers enhanced tire mileage thanks to a MT Multi-Tread rear tire technology that incorporates a long-wearing compound in the center of the tire, along with a lateral-grip compound on each shoulder for great handling. Dunlops American Elite is the premier aftermarket choice for V-Twin riders in search of tires that deliver extended tread wear. Sidewall design proudly features the American Elite name. Available in a variety of sizes. From domestic and foreign materials. The use of the tire and other vehicle data and information accessible through this webpage is limited to persons located in the United States of America and Canada. ALTHOUGH THE DATA IS BELIEVED TO BE ACCURATE, NO OR GUARANTEE IS MADE REGARDING THE QUALITY OR ACCURACY OF THE DATA. All data should be verified by a tire professional, the vehicle placard (typically located on an inside door panel or on frame), and/or the vehicle owners manual..
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- Dunlops American Elite is the only aftermarket tire line for fits H-D and fits Indian motorcycles that is designed, tested and manufactured in the U.S.A
- Sizes available in black, narrow-white and wide-white sidewalls
- The American Elite delivers enhanced tire mileage thanks to a MT Multi-Tread rear tire technology that incorporates a long-wearing compound in the center of the tire, along with a lateral-grip compound on each shoulder for great handling
- Dunlops American Elite is the premier aftermarket choice for V-Twin riders in search of tires that deliver extended tread wear
- Sidewall design proudly features the American Elite name




Otis Cotton –
Tires are great in corners and braking. Grips the roads well
Suzanne B Townsend –
Good value for the cost!
James Campbell –
Tire is already 2 years old. Manufactured 2022. Suggested replacement is at 6 years. Especially in Florida due to heat. Paid premium price for 2 year old tire.
Carl –
Perfect fit