Dunlop Q3 Plus Sportmax Tires Review at RevZilla.com
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- Опубликовано: 27 июл 2024
- Dunlop Q3 Plus Sportmax Tires Review
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The Dunlop Q3 Plus Sportsmax Tires are a great option for riders who want an easy transition when moving their bike from the streets to the track. The Q3 Plus offers amazing grip, stability, and feel which is a must for every rider. The Q3 Plus Sportmax Tires are equipped with Dunlop’s Carbon Fiber Technology which re-enforces the sidewall for cornering maneuvers. To increase longevity in the tires’ tread life, the Dunlop Q3 Plus uses a silica infused long-wearing compound and special lateral grips on the left and right tire to maintain high-caliber traction. 
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I run the Dunlop Q3 plus on my Z1000 naked and I'm very happy with it. I
typically get 5,000 miles from a rear. I don't burn rubber, drift but DO accelerate aggressively, lean hard angles, power wheelie and ride triple digits on many occasion. The Q3 plus warm up fast, hold the road like a magnet, amazing handling into
and out of hard turns or while flicking the bike. Having trust in my
tires and the performance delivery is a huge reason why I haven't tried
other brands or the Dunlop Q4...guess I never had a reason to. Note: My review
of the Q3 plus doesn't mention rain riding because I don't ride in the
rain, therefore I can't make any claims of the Q3 plus wet weather
performance.
You're too obvious. Paid
@@Jp-mk6hj Nope, I'm a 54 yr old kid that hasn't slowed down yet. I left my review to help other's decide if they'd like the Q3 plus. I could care less about brand loyalty, for me it's about the best tire to dollar ratio.
I basically have the same riding style. I just caught a nail with 7k miles on the rear. I still had several k left in it. I am impressed with the tire life. Very happy with this. I agree with kitty
@@nuclearchris832 Dude, I just put a new Q3 plus on my rear about 3 months ago...It was only 2 weeks old and got 2 nails in it at once! I pulled the nails and plugged the tire. luckily it was near the center of the tread. I use the corded type plugs from slime, they work great! I've got 1,800 miles on since the repair-no issues. I've done this once before with a tire that was only a month old too! Too funny...
im getting a set for my z800 this saturday ive only ran Michelin power 5's so im excited to try them
Q3plus is a great tire! 4400 miles on them so far and 60 percent tread left
RED_10R bruh how?
Lean McQueen94 Lol he doesn't know how to estimate wear percentage. He has around 20% remaining, especially if on the motorcycle in his picture.
hostilityy I get maybe 2500 out of the q3+
@@TheTightSqueeze maybe it was 40% left. What i was trying to say was the tire still looked good lol
They good in rain?
I loved the Q3 on the 1000RR. Just put on a set of Q3+ and loving them too. 180/55/17 actually works very well on my 1000RR and very light at 13.2 LBS.
I LOVE Q3's! I'll be ordering my first set of the pluses this week and hope to be riding here in a month or so if this goddamn weather ever clears up and warms up. I'm really excited to try them out and I've managed to average 3,500 miles out of a rear Q3 so if I can get another 20% that'll be fantastic!
Had a set of Q2’s on my Blackbird. The big CBR threw a lot at them and those Dunlops kept coming back for more! Very impressed. My bike shop proprietor recommended a diff tire which I tried. I’m sure it’ll get more mileage than the Q2’s but not the performance. Next set: Q3 +.
I hope to try out my 3+ on track this year, and just riding twisties and commuting i can feel how well they grip the road. Granted I am not a knee dragger yet but at least as i get closer (trying to break that lean barrier) i will have confidence in the rubbers 👍🏻
Love the Q3 on my Z1000 can't wait to try the Q3 Plus.
Used to ride Michelin pilots ( not a bad tire ) but now ride q3+ and I love them. Response and feedback is amazing, cornering is as linear as any other tire. However, for track they are ok, I find that they tend to over heat a bit, not too much, but just enough to mess with ur confidence. But for street use, man these things are superb, amazing! They grip so well and handling is AMAZING. I recommend them to all my boys that ride. A few have switched to them and they are in love.
I’ve used about 5-6 sets of the q3+ wearing out the sides equally to the center. They’re super confidence inspiring!
What kind of mileage are you getting out of them?
@@Birb_of_Judge as DD to work they’ll last about 4-5k as a weekend only 5-6k or two oil changes.
@@alejandrotobienne4288 thx, but I've already committed to my second set of Power 5s and I'm incredibly happy so far.
Although i only get about 6000km on a rear
@@alejandrotobienne4288You only got that much from them? I have a front tire that has just about 20k miles on it and still has some rubber left. I daily to work 70 miles round trip and usually push it hard. That just seems very low but could also be cause I have a 400. Doesn’t smoke the tires off :)
Got an r6 2017 and those tires came with it stock. Got around 2.7k miles changed to a dual compound and I like the dual but Q3 Dunlop man can't wait to put it back on lol
I just finish a set of Q3s on my ZX10R 6000km. I just pick up a set of Q3 plus looking forward to this riding season.
BIKE GEAR MOTOVLOG how are those tires
Ive bee running the q3+ front and rear tires on my far from stock fz1 for a few months now and so far im very pleased with the them, cant say much about longevity because i havnt ran them for long but seems to be a great tire.
Lemmy I appriciate and enjoy your professionalism in presenting items I purchase for all my bikes through your other company cycle gear .Keep up the great work .
Have a set of q3+ on my sv650 and never ever had problems with it on the road.
Okay Lemmy, I still trust you for tire reviews But will be wondering about your jacket review from looking at your road rash lol
I was gonna say the same thing
I have only ever road on sport max tires and can’t wait to try this one! They fit my type of riding perfect! Well On sport bikes I have always run Dunlop’s! Had other stuff in the dirt obviously!
I've always used SportMax 2 tires on my Versys 650. There a decent tire, but too thin. (Susceptible to punctures) The Q3 is a much better tire. More grip, and it's a much thicker tire that (unlike the Sportmax2) is firm enough to ride on flats ! 🇺🇸
Killer tire. Running them on my trusty SV 650. Love em!!!
Awesome tire ! No longer buying the SportMax2 tire. (I've had two of them get punctured on the Freeway)
The Q3 tires are rigid enough to roll on flats ! "W" rating goes way beyond the standards of any 650cc motorcycle. Q3s work great on my Versys 650. I was thinking about buying some Perelli Diablos, but I LOVE "these" Dunlop tires !🏍️💨
Currently rocking the Dunlop Q3s on my steed but my next set is definitely the Q3+. Really versatile tire that breaths a lot of confidence. Highly recommend for a street warrior! :D
Clutch, still running Dunlop?
@@clintbeastwood3311 I have Dunlop Q3+ on the Monster and Super corsa V2 on on the Hypermotard.
just did 7km on the Q3+..... day and night. I had an old set of some off brand tires. It's so sticky it throws rocks at my friends. The Q3+ reads my mind, I just look where I wanna go and the bike lays
Gnarly road rash Lemmy, is that from the spill you had on the flat track?
Just got one the other day after I wore out my Diablo Super Corsa. Wanted another Perelli but needed one quick and the shop didn't have so tried the Dunlop. Took her out on the twistys yesterday and love it. I really think I did feel a bit more feedback too like you were saying. ....on a Street Triple 675..... I recommend.
Any experience in the wet? Comments appreciated as I've also got a 675 STR 👍🏼
Total confidence with mine on my 2016 Super Duke R. Amazing tire. Ordered new ones today. They came on the bike pre owned. Thanks for who ever put them on. Never had any problem breaking loose. With my Gen 1 throttle you know that's a good thing.
I just got the Q3 plus today for my 2020 R6. The stock tires only lasted about 3000 miles so let's see how long these Dunlops last. I do aggressive street riding. I'm expecting these Dunlops to last less than 4k miles so if it's more than that, I'll be super pleased.
So far from riding on the new tires, I can say that they have much more grip that the stock Bridgestone tires. I am able to lean more and take turns with more speed. I'm glad I went with this tire.
Hey man it’s been almost a year since you posted. Just wanted to check in to see how those Q3+ were holding up. Thanks in advance
I ride a gixxer 750 and love my Q3s for grip, heat up time and price. My bud, whom also rides a gixxer 75 with Q3's gets his knee down daily put on a set of Q3+'s and didn't like them... felt the Q3+'s they were too squirrelly even after the break in so he took them back and replaced them with Q3s after only 1000KM. I will go with another set of Q3's for next season and keep on eye on the +'s to see if there are any improvements.
Bryan Crisp very likely a tire pressure issue
i use these on my 05 Suzuki sv1000s, great tires.
Just over 11,000KM's on a set for MT-10, Semi-aggressive riding style, sides wore out before centre!
Are they good for stunt riding circle wheelies straight line wheelies?
I've always ran Dunlop RoadSport 2 (budget tire) but, I'm stepping it up to the Q3 Plus, (performance tire) now !
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2021 and still using the Q3+ I Love it. Pass on the q4
Man I have been looking for a new set of skins for weeks and its come down to these and the rosso111, these seem to be the right choice. I ride a 636r and I have not seen a bad review of these once. I'm 60/40 road and track. What are most riding these doing for psi. Thanks
Dj Rich Saracino 30 30 cold
Hey Lemmy, was that road rash on your arm because you were squiding?!!! lol...get well soon buddy! thanks for the info, you are always helpful.
Ugh I thought Revzilla team don't squid lol where was Anthony from this?
And makes sure you don't come online making videos about safety gears till this goes away :D
Where it’s made is not the issue..how grippy and how long will it last is the question..
Should’ve covered rain performance
They're awesome in the rain, too !
🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🌧️🗽🇺🇸(Made in the USA)
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Lemmy, that's an awful looking road rash on your arm. Get well soon 👍
That's quite the raspberry patch Lemmy! What'd ya do?
Good day revz. What would you reccomened out of the S22 or Q3+ ?
Good Question for comparison
It doesn’t matter that the Q3 plus is made in the USA ...the whole bike is made by the Overseas Japan , 😂😂
Your tires are the only thing that's supposed to contact the road.
Better tires are safer tires.
Q3 Plus tires are AWESOME TIRES ! 🤷🏼♂️
I wonder how these compare with the bridgestone S21. They seem to be similar type tires. I currently have BTO16R's are was going to the S21 BUT these look good too
They should have similar grip to the S21s but with longer life. -DrewZilla
You ll be happy non the less. The BT016s are trash
They'll smoke the Bridgestones! MUCH better tire at everything and will last longer to boot. Try them out and I'll guarantee you'll be another Q3 fan. I went through several tires before I found the Q3 and that's all I run now. Going on my fourth rear and second front this spring. I'm excited to try out these pluses for the first time.
What is the mileage and wet grip like compared to the Michelin Road 5?
These have perhaps half the mileage of the Road 5 and about the same or slightly less wet grip. These are really focused on dry grip and performance. -DrewZilla
I'm torn between the Q3+ and Power RS for my S1KRR. No track use just looking for the best tire for an aggressive weekend street rider.
I'd go with the Q3+. -DrewZilla
I'd go with the Q3+. - Droid4ce
How much life miles on this tires until you change this on on regular like going to work?
Small bikes with small engines might get 6-7,000 miles, but more powerful bikes might get under 5,000 miles. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-q3-plus-sportmax-tires
Hey what tire do you recommend for high speed stability on a naked sports bike? My fz gets a squirrelly feel on the front under accel above 100 mph.My old bt23s I had before didn’t do this + only lasted 6k in the rear. If this tire matches that mileage I’d be happy. but I was considering the q3 plus for my harsher riding!
Totally different bike but I ride the 2012 naked Kawasaki Z1000 DCF with crazy torque and use the Q3 (not Q3 plus). My riding style is 60% normal commute and 40% triple digit speed with hard acceleration/braking. The Q3 is a very stable, grippy, great cornering and predictable tire I get about 5,000 miles at factory suggested air pressure on the Q3. I'm buying the Q3 Plus in a couple of weeks... They claim 20% more wear, that'll be an additional 1000 miles for me hopefully.
Sounds like a geometry issue. I'd watch a dave moss video on your bike.
I can tell the Q3+ last long, I'm about to refresh them as I already crossed the 5000 miles. Tries still look good and still have a decent grip, but feel a little slippery on hard breaking though.
I've had Rosso Corsa II and Q3 before. Pirellis have a little bit more grip but take way longer to warm up (I had a crash because of it). Q3+ warms up faster in just a few minutes riding, no need for tire warmers.
Roasted through my BattleAxe tires in 2 months...
Hopefully these do better 😅
To Rev or the comments below, how many miles would you consider a good break in time for these babies! Just through em on my zzr6 yesterday. I got 35 miles on em already and have been taking it easy. Thanks
My Dunlop SportMax 2 tires had a shiny clear sheen on the surface (when brand new) that seemed to be slick. However, My new Q3 Plus tire has a softer rubber compound, and I didn't notice any slickness on the surface. While tires always grip best when warm, I don't think that the Q3 requires much break in time, at all. But if you want to scuff the edges good and fast, then you can either ride in a circle slowly, while counter leaning, or support your bike on a Rear Stand (in gear) and scuff your rear tire with a Cheese Grater. (Not sandpaper)
@@intergalacticbasketballdro7186 Three years later I get an answer. Anyway I appreciate the insight. The Q3's are by far the best tires I've owned and will be throwing them on my FZS6 next!
If this handles like a Pilot Power get it. I have these on a gsxr600 that I just bought and from first impression really nice tire.
Update? Thinking about getting them on mine GSXR 600 current have the pilot powers
How does this compare to the pirelli rosso corsa 2?
The Q3 Plus might last a bit longer, but the Rosso Corsa 2 tires have more grip and feel more planted than the Dunlops based on feedback. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/pirelli-diablo-rosso-corsa-ii-tires
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-q3-plus-sportmax-tires
Hey Lemmy how should I set the tire pressure? Should I follow Dunlops or my motorcycle? On dunlop they set the front and back the same. Please help I’m confused
You should use your motorcycle's recommended pressure. -DrewZilla
Thanks Drew
Good tires I have them on my 08CBR600RR
hey would this be a good choice for a rider who wants that performance & handling in the dry, and long tire life? , never used q3..i ride a 2000 gsxr 600 needs new rubber , im a relatively new rider but want a sport tire for the street..
While they do provide great grip, they do not provide long life. Instead, I recommend going with the Dunlop Roadsmart 3, Metzeler Roadtec 01, Michelin Pilot Road 4, or Pirelli Angel GT tires. They'll give you much better tire life while still providing excellent grip. They can even handle the occasional track day. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-roadsmart-3-tires
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/metzeler-roadtec-01-rear-tires
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/michelin-pilot-road-4-rear-tires
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/pirelli-angel-gt-tire
thanks but i went ahead and got q3 plus .if i get 6000km from em ill be happy
Q3's aren't too much about mileage. They wear better than Pirelli Diablo Super Corsa's but don't expect to get more than 7000-8000km on them with a mix of commuting and weekend street shredding.
get the q3 ...s 21 don't compare I've ridden both
Just got a nail in my rear tire, would you recommend patch, plug or replace?? Much thanks
Replace. Dont skimp on safety of your life.
Patch is better than a plug. Plug just to get home, then replace. If any metal cords are broken, tire must be replaced, regardless. Just buy a new one, so then maybe you can install winter spikes into your punctured tire ? (FUN)
Just put set on my 2018 Triumph Street Triple R. Far superior to the Rosso Corsas they replaced in every way so far. Best fair weather sport tire on the market!!
@ron heathman how are the q3+ better than the rosso’s? Which one 2 or 3? I dont know if I
Made the right choice but i ordered q3+’s after supercorsa sc2s. I wanted something overall good with more longevity and a harder compound. Also its cheaper lol.
Michael Rullis you will be stoked! They are just as sticky and last longer. Fantastic tire!!
Great review man! But still, I have two questions lol.
1. Is the performance better with or without tire warmers?
2. What is the recommenced psi for both cold and hot?
Performance (and tire life) will be a bit better with tire warmers. Recommended PSI is that which is in your owner's manual. -DrewZilla
RevZilla okay thank you so much !
You're welcome! -DrewZilla
Tires will always grip better when warm, but the Q3 has siliconized rubber that is supposed to remain softer and grippier, in cold weather. Only Racers at the SportTrack use tire warmers, anyway.
They make these for the yzf r125?
The rear is made in a 140/70-17, but the smallest front is a 110/70-17. I believe the 125 has an even narrower 100/80-17 front tire. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-q3-plus-sportmax-tires
At this point this tire has become really affordable since there is there is a q4 but I'd just stick to q3 pluses even if they don't give u the millage u want just buy another rear or set for way cheaper than it used to be
Looks like you were using touring tires and squidding with those road rashes...
I've got a pair on my 07 R1 and like them for the most part but I'm having a hard time scrubbing all the way to the edge (on the street). I get the bike leaned over but my knee doesn't even touch down when it feels like I start to lose the front. The 07 R1 is really tall but I would think that I should be able to get my knee down considering I didn't have a problem doing so on my former R1's (01, 02 and 06) with Power Sports. Anyone got any suggestions? Roads are decent enough and I've tried different tire pressures. Was thinking about dropping the front end 5mm. I don't know.....
I use 32psi front and 30psi rear. Everyone has a little different style and some bikes...and some tires enhance that style. Do not rule out that maybe your style is a little more friendly with a Power RS...or another tire. I have been using the Q3 for 30,000 miles. I like it a lot, but I remember a time when the Michelin pilot sport came out. I cornered harder on that tire (on a new CBR600F4i ...at the time.) I cornered so hard that my passenger blacked out at just after the apex and didn't wake up unti entering the next corner. Gotta feel the ride. If it does not feel correct and if your gut is giving you some negative feedback, then trust your instincts, brother. You know what you are doing!
@@rmv4646 cool thank you for your response, yeah I need to just relax and enjoy the ride. My corner speed is good but I miss the sound of knee pucks on the road.
@@franklinwilkerson2061 I ride best when I am relaxed and having fun. When I "Try", I start to make mistakes.
Is your suspension set for your weight? If not, start there & then after that, see if you need to rake the bike
What about Honda hornet 250
The Q3 Plus Tires are not available in the proper tire sizes to fit your bike. -DrewZilla
so hard to find cold psi for twisty riding q3+
D man depends on bike and rider weight plus how hard you're gonna be pushing it. A good general place to start though is around 32 front/30 rear.
I use 34 rear
4K on these tires and they are shot time for new ones.
I drive too fast on the freeway I never get more then 3000 miles ever. Threads shown.
Really watch out when new
i love mine they are the CHIT ,,
You can bet your arse, they are !
I love my Q3 Plus tires, too !
What’s the best tire set for my hayabusa ?
These Q3 Plus tires are probably the best all-around tires for the Hayabusa. They have durability in the center tread for longer life for straight-line riding while having even better grip on the edges for twisty roads. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-q3-plus-sportmax-tires
You say it lasts 20% more so how much more? Miles why’s ?
It depends on your riding style. Average life for Q3s is about 3,000-3,500 miles, so the Q3+ tires should get about 3,500-4,000. -DrewZilla
RevZilla that’s pretty good! Yeah got my first set and made probably 150 miles so far. I love them a lot!
@@808Affliction A lot of people are saying that you could get 5,000 - 6,000 miles out of this tire. Consider all of the variables. I'm sure that is possible on a smaller / lighter weight motorcycle.
@@intergalacticbasketballdro7186 My Q3+ lasted me 4,200 miles was very impressed. Now I have Q5s and I only put maybe 250 miles. The Q5s are so grippy. We will see how long they last lol
Well it fit on a ninja 300?
No, the narrowest rear tire size is a 150, and the Ninja's stock rear tire size is a 140 width. You might consider the GPR300 Tires instead. -DrewZilla
*www.revzilla.com/motorcycle/dunlop-sportmax-gpr300-tires
These are one of the best set of tires for road and track use hands down bar none.
I LOVE these tires, too !
That’s all my riders use.
These things are horrible compared to even a pilot power; very slippery initially. Caused my first accident since I started riding IMO. It’s like they were oiled. Michelin pilot power tend to be very grippy from brand new. I’m currently getting road 6s put on my new ride.
How do you do a tire review without actually riding the tire? What's next? How about about a food review without eating or a beer review without drinking?
Did you go down?! I see some road tattoos on your forearm
Pretty sure it was from an exhaust, not a crash. -DrewZilla
Hell yeah the fact that it's made in America makes me harrrrrddddd
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Ohhhhhhh uffff L👀K at your freaking ARM , man. 🤭 Yaccckkkss! You sell gears!?!
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I never take tire advice from a person that refers to tires as "SKINZ".. Also, why is he saying W rated is faster than Z? W rated is max speed 168mph and Z is rated 186mph.
7:14 roadrush
"Using American tires is important to a lot of riders" - says no one. Don't get me wrong it is nice that it's American made but let's not forget that this tire will most likely be on Japanese and European bikes.
DominicanOps agreed
Awesome video, nice to meet you Lemmy. :::Subb'd::: Thank you!
A tire review from some one who hasn't even tried them..........interesting.
@Adrian Acosta Why? Did he start riding a sport bike some time after this video that makes him qualified to review this tire?
@@danielwright8075 Idk, but I never get to try out any of the tires that I want, before I buy them. Yet when I walked into the Cycle Gear Store, I saw the Q3+ tire, saw the tread design, I felt the rubber compound, and I just knew that this was an Awesome Performance Tire ! They don't give tires a "W" rating if they aren't a great performing tire.
ATGAT
Looks like you a squid 🦑 hahaha!
Tail of the Dragon 🐉
Local
318 turns in 11.6 miles
Get some
Nice road rash. Must be too cool to wear gear.
Shut up