Dunlop In Troduces New MX53 Tire

Introducing the next generation intermediate hard terrain off-road mx tire.

Designed to offer performance in a wider variety of terrains, the Dunlop Geomax MX53 excels in hard-packed track conditions while also offering greater versatility in intermediate riding conditions. The MX53 will give riders more versatility with better performance in a wider variety of terrains.

MORE durability

MORE performance

MORE terrain

MORE versatility

MORE sizes

Fits MORE bikes

MORE knob flex

MORE blocks

MORE Durability

MORE bump absorption

MORE Slide Control

Clark Stiles Senior Test Engineer

13 Years with Dunlop

"When testing new tires, the very first thing I notice is handling and compliance. It is extremely important to me that the MX53 tire maintained the well-known Geomax handling characteristics, while also excelling in a wider variety of terrain. The new tread pattern we developed allowed us to accomplish both."

Tread Pattern:

A brand-new pattern on both the front and rear tires allowed Dunlop to improve the range of performance across multiple terrains while also achieving additional performance goals.

Tread Pattern:

FRONT

Dunlop has introduced a groundbreaking horseshoe shaped cluster of knobs to the front tire of the MX53. This horseshoe pattern acts as a giant claw to dig into the ground and give the rider even more traction on hard-packed terrain and maximizes breaking grip. This bold new pattern features hollowed out portions of the center of the tread. The hollow area of this horseshoe cluster results in less stiffness in the center of the tire, giving riders better feedback and more compliance. The MX53 also has a taller profile than the previous MX52, providing gentler handling, a higher lean angle and better maneuverability. Additionally, each of the blocks are 1 mm higher. This extra height is what allows the MX53 to perform better in intermediate terrains, extending the range and versatility of this tire.

Tread Pattern:

REAR

The rear tire enhancements include a reemergence of Dunlop's Tornado Wave block distribution. The staggered placement of the rear tire blocks provide a more linear land ratio for more ride compliance. The consistent placement of knobs along the shoulder of the tire increases confidence at greater lean angles. However, the interior blocks have more separation, which allows loose soil from softer terrains to clear the spaces more easily, while also exposing more surface area of the knobs to the dirt when more traction is needed for harder surfaces.

Brian Fleck Technical Support Manager

32 Years with Dunlop

"After seeing how well the updated Block-In-A-Block shape performed on the MX33, it was clear that we needed to introduce that same updated technology to the MX53 front and rear tires to maximize performance for hard-packed track conditions and allow the tire to also work better in a more intermediate terrain."

Progressive Cornering Block Technology.

Dunlop's patented Progressive Cornering Block Technology has become an industry standard. A smaller block within the traditional knob, commonly known as Block-In-A-Block, has been incorporated into Dunlop's rear off-road tires for many generations of tire patterns. Dunlop continues to raise the bar by evolving this traditional block into altered shapes to increase durability and tire performance.

The new Geomax MX53 now also features Dunlop's patented Block-In-A-Block technology on the front tire, which allows enhanced flex on each knob resulting in ultimate grip and even more biting edges. The tie bars connecting the base of the knobs add heightened durability to enhance performance in harder terrains. The individual flex of each knob improves linear tracking and aids in steering, as the block can now flex around various terrain elements. The Block-In-A-Block technology in the rear tire incorporates the Diamond Block design that was introduced with great success on the MX33. The diamond shape of this altered knob increases the surface area of the block, enhancing stability and slide control. Two additional angles increase the number of biting edges to dig into the dirt. The updated Block-In-A-Block shape has also been added to the rear tire along the shoulder. This wider knob provides a steady base to maximize traction along the outer edge of the tire's surface.

MORE DURABILITY

MORE GRIP

The compound for the MX53 tires has a higher number of molecular polymer particles. This results in a higher fracture strength, meaning more durability. Dunlop has also added more fine carbon particles. The carbon particles are responsible for grip. More Durability. More Grip. What more could you ask for?

Broc Glover Sr. Manager, Off-Road Motorcycle

18 Years with Dunlop

"The compound is an instrumental aspect of how a tire performs. Striking the optimal balance between durability and performance is the key to bringing a tire to market that works for the majority of riders."

Rob Fox Amateur Motocross Support Manager

5 Years with Dunlop

"Although it's under the surface of the tire and something that isn't visible, our Advanced Apex Design technology is one of the most important elements of the tire and is directly related to rider comfort. People have noticed the difference in the MX33, so it made sense for us to add this same component to the MX53, where people will be using this tire in even harder terrains."

In the construction process of the MX53, Dunlop has added Advanced Apex Design technology. This component of the tire's construction is present in both the front and rear tire. The Apex of the tire previously consisted of a small strip of material wrapped around the apex of the bead. By extending this apex further into the tire's natural construction, Dunlop is able to increase ride compliance by spreading the forces of weight on the tire across the breadth of the profile. Distributing the force in this manner increases bump absorption and allows more flex and better ride compliance. Incorporating this element strikes a perfect balance between a plush ride and a firm feel.

Multiple Block Distribution

Helping to contribute to the aggressive look of the MX53 is a change to the distribution of knobs on both the shoulder and the interior of the front and rear tires. This new feature, Multiple Block Distribution, not only increases the number of knobs, but also varies the height and angles within the placement. This translates to more corners to dig into the dirt, creating superior grip and increased handling performance.

Mike Buckley Senior VP Sales and Marketing

26 Years with Dunlop

"We know how important it is to our customers to come to market with a strong lineup that supports all of our riders. When you see the next generation of a tire, and hear how well it performs, you don't want to have to wait to try it yourself."

When Dunlop introduces a new tire, the development timeline spans across years. Different compounds are paired with different tread patterns and tested cross-country on different tracks until the tire meets every one of Dunlop's performance goals. The MX53 was tested on tracks from Florida to California to ensure that the performance enhancements were universal.

With the starting gates at every SX and MX race stacked with Dunlop riders, Dunlop has the advantage of calling on top names in the industry to provide guidance on performance characteristics. Team Dunlop Elite riders were also consulted during the testing process to ensure that the upgrades in the tire's performance also spanned into the mini size lineup. Dunlop is proud to come to market with a new hard-to-intermediate terrain tire that works for everyone.

Source: Dunlop press release