130/90 B16 73H Commander II TL/TT

The Michelin Commander II is Michelin's long-distance cruiser tyre, and this 130/90 B16 73H fitment is the front tyre for cruisers, baggers and touring machines running a 16-inch front wheel. Check the size, load index and speed rating recommended for your motorcycle before ordering.

A dense, bias-belted casing works with an aramid crown ply so the tyre resists centrifugal growth and stays settled at highway speeds, while the silica-loaded tread compound and deep longitudinal grooves look after wet grip and even wear. It is marked TL/TT, so it can be run tubeless on a suitable rim or with a tube on tube-type wheels.

The finished sidewall and open tread pattern suit classic cruiser styling, making this a straightforward replacement for riders who want long service life without giving up wet-weather composure.

• Front tyre in 130/90 B16, load index 73, speed symbol H
• Marked TL/TT — suits tubeless rims or tube-type wheels fitted with a tube
• Bias-belted casing using Michelin's Amplified Density Technology for handling and feedback
• Aramid crown ply resists centrifugal growth, reducing weight and improving high-speed stability
• Silica Rain Technology tread compound for wet grip and resistance to uneven wear
• Numerous longitudinal tread grooves to disperse water
• Square bead wires for casing rigidity, handling and easier fitting
• Michelin testing on a Harley-Davidson Electra Glide Classic returned tyre life of up to 40,000 km (almost 25,000 miles); results vary with motorcycle, load and riding conditions
• Premium sidewall treatment to complement cruiser styling

• One Michelin Commander II 130/90 B16 73H front tyre (sold individually)

Have the tyre fitted and balanced by a qualified motorcycle tyre technician — bias-belted cruiser tyres need correct bead seating and the right rim width for your motorcycle.
Confirm the size, load index (73) and speed symbol (H) meet or exceed your motorcycle manufacturer's specification before fitting, and observe any rotation direction or 'front' marking on the sidewall.
This tyre is marked TL/TT: run tubeless only on a rim rated for tubeless use; on spoked or tube-type wheels fit a new tube of the correct size, along with a new rim band and valve.
Allow a break-in period on a new tyre — build up lean angle, braking and acceleration gradually until the mould release agent has worn off the fresh tread.
Check and adjust pressures cold, before riding, using the figures in your motorcycle's handbook or on its tyre placard; adjust for pillion and luggage loads as the manufacturer directs.
Inspect regularly for cuts, bulges, embedded stones or nails and uneven wear, and replace before the tread reaches the tread wear indicators or the legal minimum depth.
Have any puncture or damage assessed professionally — not all damage is repairable, and a repaired tyre may carry speed and load restrictions.
Clean with mild soap and water only; keep petrol, solvents, brake fluid and silicone tyre dressings off the tread and sidewalls.
Store spare tyres upright in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and away from electric motors or other sources of ozone.
Re-check wheel balance and pressures after the first few hundred kilometres, and have wheel alignment and suspension settings checked if you notice cupping or rapid shoulder wear.