Dunlop Motorcycle Tire Appraisal

Vintage Motorcycle Mag Wheel with Dunlop Tire

This item is a vintage motorcycle spoked wheel with a tire mounted. The wheel appears to be constructed from cast aluminum, featuring a dark gray or black finish on the spokes and hub, contrasting with a brighter, possibly polished or machined silver-tone rim edge. The wheel design consists of a central hub with eight prominent, tapered spokes extending radially to the rim. The spokes have a flattened, somewhat triangular cross-section, indicative of a classic 'mag' wheel style popular from the 1970s through the 1990s. The hub area shows bolt holes for a brake disc or sprocket attachment, and the central bore suggests it accommodates an axle. Visible condition issues include dirt, grime, and a general dulling of the finishes, consistent with age and use. There are no major visible cracks or structural damage, though closer inspection would be required to confirm this. The tire mounted on the wheel is a Dunlop brand, with a discernible tread pattern that appears to be for street use, possibly an older sport-touring or cruiser tire. Sidewall markings, though partially obscured, indicate it's an older model tire due to its age and wear. The overall craftsmanship points to a mass-produced, durable component common for motorcycles of its estimated age range, likely from the late 20th century. The valve stem is present, and the tire shows some wear but appears to hold air.