The Metzeler ME 888 Marathon Ultra is a premium touring and cruiser motorcycle tire designed specifically for long-distance travel on heavyweight bikes, custom tourers, and their derivatives. This steel radial tire features Metzeler's advanced 0-degree steel belt construction with MAW technology for enhanced high-speed stability and uniform wear characteristics. The tire incorporates innovative compound formulation with silica content to ensure superior wet weather grip and chemical traction on slippery surfaces, while its distinctive tread pattern with variable inclination groove walls and compound bridges provides exceptional wear regularity and extended mileage life. Riders typically achieve 8,000 to 15,000 miles on rear tires, with some reporting up to 19,000 miles under optimal conditions. The tire offers outstanding stability and responsive handling in both high and low-speed riding scenarios, with consistent performance throughout its entire lifecycle. Available in multiple sizes and both black wall and white wall configurations, the ME 888 Marathon Ultra delivers reliable wet and dry traction for serious touring enthusiasts.