Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear Two-Wheeler Tyres

A Sport Touring Rear Tyre built for Stable Highway Riding, Confident Cornering, and Wet-Road Grip

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear is developed for riders who use their motorcycles across highways, city roads, and weekend touring routes where road conditions and temperatures change frequently.

The 160/60 ZR 17 rear tyre size is commonly fitted on the Rear position of Benelli Leoncino, Kawasaki Ninja Sport, and similar middleweight bikes used for touring and highway riding. On motorcycles in this category, rear tyre behaviour plays an integral role during cornering, overtaking, braking, and sustained highway cruising.

Riders travelling regularly through cities like Bangalore, Pune, Chandigarh, or hill routes around Himachal and Uttarakhand often need a tyre that can remain stable through changing road conditions without sacrificing ride confidence.

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear focuses on balancing wet-road grip, high-speed stability, mileage, and predictable handling for riders who spend long hours on the saddle.

Product Overview

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear uses a sport touring construction developed for motorcycles ridden across different weather conditions and road surfaces. The overall layout of the tyre focuses on maintaining grip, stability, and balanced wear during long-term usage.

The tread compound features a Taylor-made Resins compound technology, developed specifically for the sportbikes touring segment. The compound improves grip on wet and low-friction roads while also supporting decent mileage during regular riding.

A functionalised tread design runs across the contact area and helps in maintaining road contact across varying surfaces while supporting grip during braking and cornering.

The tyre also features a Multi Radius profile with multiple curvature points across the profile, allowing smoother lean transitions and maintaining stability while riding at higher speeds.

Internally, the tyre uses a Zero Degree Steel Belt structure. The steel belt runs continuously around the tyre circumference and supports stable dynamic behaviour under different temperatures and riding loads.

The tread and profile shape are also tuned to maintain more uniform tread wear throughout the tyres life cycle. For motorcycles carrying luggage or additional touring load, a two-ply version (L) is also available.

Performance and Key Features

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear shows balanced behaviour across highways, city roads, and changing weather conditions. Different parts of the tyre respond differently depending on riding speed, lean angle, and road quality.

Dry Performance

The functionalised tread design maintains steady contact with the road surface during dry riding conditions. Pressure remains distributed more evenly across the contact patch, which supports stable road grip.

While riding through highways like the Mumbai-Pune Expressway or long stretches around Jaipur and Ahmedabad, the motorcycle feels composed even after hours of continuous riding.

Straight-line riding remains predictable, especially at cruising speeds where touring motorcycles spend most of their time. The tyre also feels stable while riding through uneven highway joints and rough patches commonly found on Indian highways.

Braking Performance

The Taylor-made Resins compound technology supports grip during braking, especially on surfaces where traction levels can vary suddenly.

As braking pressure shifts towards the rear tyre, the contact area remains connected to the road surface. As a result, sudden braking during highway riding or crowded traffic situations feels more controlled and progressive.

This behaviour is not just useful but essential while riding through unpredictable city traffic conditions where quick braking inputs are common.

High-Speed Stability

The Multi Radius profile supports stable riding behaviour once highway speeds begin increasing. Since pressure spreads more evenly across the tyre surface, the motorcycle feels balanced during long-distance cruising.

Even while riding through crosswinds on a Harley Davidson Street or Triumph Modern Classics, or uneven highway surfaces between cities like Bangalore and Chennai, the tyres ensure a reliable and consistent driving experience.

The Zero Degree Steel Belt structure also contributes by keeping the tyre stable under continuous riding load and varying road temperatures.

Handling and Cornering Response

The Multi Radius profile allows smoother lean transitions while entering corners. The motorcycle changes direction progressively instead of dropping sharply into turns.

This ability of the Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear becomes noticeable on mountain roads and curved highway sections where riders continuously move between lean angles.

Corner entry feels natural, while mid-corner stability remains consistent even during spirited riding conditions. Riders overtaking on highways or leaning through flyovers will notice that steering response feels predictable and connected.

Wet Performance

The Taylor-made Resins compound technology focuses strongly on grip across wet and low-friction surfaces. During rainy riding conditions, the tyre maintains traction even on damp roads and painted lane markings.

The functionalised tread design also supports water dispersal across the contact patch, reducing the chances of the rear tyre feeling loose on wet roads.

Ride Comfort and Temperature Behaviour

The Zero Degree Steel Belt structure supports stable riding behaviour across different temperatures and road conditions. Even after continuous riding for long hours, the rear tyre maintains a composed feel.

Heat buildup during highway riding remains manageable, especially during summer rides where road temperatures rise significantly.

Broken patches, expansion joints, and uneven surfaces commonly found on Indian roads remain manageable during regular riding conditions.

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear balances touring comfort with the sharper feel expected from a sport touring tyre.

Durability and Mileage

The tread compound balances wet grip with mileage, making the tyre suitable for riders who regularly combine city riding with highway touring.

The Multi Radius profile also spreads the load more evenly across the tread surface. Since pressure remains distributed across the contact area, uneven tread wear becomes less noticeable over time.

Riders covering intercity routes, weekend rides, and long-distance touring will appreciate the balanced tread life offered by the Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear.

Ideal Usage and Who Should Buy

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear is a reliable and practical option for riders who need a rear tyre capable of handling highways, weekend touring, city riding, and changing weather conditions comfortably.

It works especially well for:

• Sport touring motorcycles
• Highway riding and intercity travel
• Riders who regularly encounter wet roads
• Weekend touring and long-distance usage
• Motorcycles carrying luggage or pillion riders regularly

It may not suit:

• Track-focused riding
• Hardcore off-road usage
• Riders looking mainly for soft commuter-focused comfort

For riders using motorcycles like the Benelli TNT 300 or Ducati Monster for mixed riding conditions, the tyre fits the usage naturally.

Vehicle Compatibility and Fitment

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear is commonly fitted on middleweight motorcycles developed for highway touring and everyday riding.

Typical fitment includes:

• Benelli Leoncino 500 Rear
• Benelli 502 Rear
• Ducati Monster Rear (Selected Variants)
• Harley Davidson Street Rear (Selected Variants)
• Honda African Twin Rear (Selected Variants)
• Hyosung GT 650 Rear
• Kawasaki Ninja Rear
• KTM MX Rear (Selected Variants)
• KTM Supermoto Rear (Selected Variants)
• TNT Rear
• Triumph Modern Classics Rear (Selected Variants)

Note: Depending on the variant and manufacturer specifications, the Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear may also be used on other bike models with similar wheel configurations.

Before purchasing, always confirm that 160/60 ZR 17 matches your vehicles recommended tyre size.

Pros and Cons

Lets now discuss a few of the pros and cons of the Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear.

Pros

• Strong wet-road grip from Taylor-made Resins compound technology
• Stable highway behaviour due to Multi Radius profile
• Smooth and predictable cornering response
• Consistent riding feel from the Zero Degree Steel Belt structure
• Balanced tread wear during long-term usage

Cons

• Not developed for aggressive track riding
• Limited suitability for off-road conditions
• Ride may feel firmer compared to commuter-focused tyres

Final Verdict

The Vredestein Centauro ST 160/60 ZR 17 Tubeless 69 W Rear suits riders who need a balanced sport touring tyre for highways, city roads, and changing weather conditions.

The tyre features Taylor-made Resins compound technology, which supports dependable wet-road grip, and the Multi Radius profile for improving cornering confidence and highway stability. Additionally, the Zero Degree Steel Belt structure also helps by maintaining a composed riding feel during long-distance travel.

For riders using motorcycles like the Benelli 502 or Kawasaki Ninja Super Sport for touring and everyday riding, the tyre offers a practical balance between wet-weather confidence, handling stability, and long-term usability.

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