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Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier II review

The Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier II is regarded as a responsive and confidence-inspiring tire that offers excellent feedback and predictable handling characteristics. While it performs well in spirited riding conditions, users note that it requires a brief warm-up period to reach optimal operating temperatures in colder weather.

Relative score
83/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
87/100
2 reviews
Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier II
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

87%
Would buy again 90%
Dry
Overall dry
95%
Corner stability
95%
Dry traction
95%
Steering response
90%
Wet
Overall wet
75%
Wet traction
75%
Comfort
Overall comfort
95%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
70%
Handling
Overall handling
95%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.

The Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier II is regarded as a responsive and confidence-inspiring tire that offers excellent feedback and predictable handling characteristics. While it performs well in spirited riding conditions, users note that it requires a brief warm-up period to reach optimal operating temperatures in colder weather.

Pros

  • Quick and agile turn-in response
  • High levels of grip and tactile feedback
  • Predictable behavior when approaching the limit of traction
  • Reliable performance in wet conditions

Cons

  • Requires significant warm-up time in cold temperatures
  • Performance is sensitive to ambient temperature fluctuations

Worth knowing

  • Sportbike riders, specifically those on middleweight machines like the Kawasaki ZX6R, report a noticeable improvement in agility compared to competing brands.
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