According to Dunlop, the recall was announced in November of last year, but unfortunately, it apparently didn't reach everyone. We haven't received any information from Dunlop either.
For the sake of completeness, we are providing this information for our customers.
According to the report, motorcycle tires manufactured in production weeks 43, 44, and 45 of 2024 and bearing the DOT numbers 4324, 4424, and 4524 are affected. These can be found on the tire sidewall. The company has not disclosed the exact reason for the recall.
These are the affected Dunlop motorcycle tires:
Avon Tyres has launched its new brand identity, a bold statement of intent to build on its proud history in the motorcycle world. Staying true to its independent spirit, Avon has implemented its mission to be made to be different, which originates from a profound knowledge of Avon’s riders, who seek to break out of the mould when riding.
The new brand identity has been applied to its and social media channels: @avontyresofficial on Instagram and Avon Tyres on Facebook. It will soon be visible on the updated website, too.
Following its inclusion in 2022 into the Goodyear family of brands, which includes Dunlop Motorcycle Tyres Europe, there has been a focus on emphasising Avon’s unique offering and positioning. The new brand strategy strives to engage freethinking riders, whilst energising Avon’s loyal customers.
New motorcycle season 2025. New tyres. Avon 3D Supersport Avon Spirit ST
Avon Motorcycle tyres bring decades of heritage to bear in crafting tyres that deliver the value, confidence and above all, the styling and performance you need to perfect your ride.
Mitas is set to launch the newest member of its road tire family with the introduction of the MITAS TOURING FORCE-SP tire line.
The first four size: 120/70 ZR17, 160/60 ZR17, 180/55 ZR17, and 190/55 ZR17 will hit the market in April.
Additional sizes will be released throughout the year, expanding the range to a total of eight sizes.
Gustavo Pinto Teixeira, Head of Mitas Motorcycle tires, explains: “The TOURING FORCE-SP builds on the success of the original TOURING FORCE tire. It is poised to become the go-to choice for riders seeking a sport touring tire with quick and precise response.”
The TOURING FORCE-SP tires feature Multi Compound Tread Technology (MCTT), providing excellent mileage and cornering grip. The high silica content ensures superior grip on wet roads. Additionally, the lightweight construction allows for quick and precise responses, enhancing the overall riding experience without sacrificing tire durability.
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The Bridgestone Corporation announces another original equipment approval: The Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 will be supplied as an OE tire for the new sport touring models Tracer9, Tracer9 GT and Tracer 9 GT+ from Yamaha Motor, Ltd.
120/70 ZR17 (58W) Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32
180/55 ZR17 (73W) Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32
The successor to the T32, the Bridgestone T33, has been available for a few weeks.
The Ducati Diavel still comes OE on Pirelli Diablo Rosso III but they can be replaced 2025 with the new 240/45 ZR17 (82W) Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Mitas STREET FORCE is perfect for riders seeking fun with predictable safety. The newly developed compound guarantees consistent grip at all lean angles and outstanding handling characteristics. STREET FORCE pattern offers smooth riding with superior water drainage, providing best-in-class aquaplaning prevention.
Selected sizes feature a central groove pattern for optimal performance in challenging road conditions.
A tire example: Triumph Thruxton 900:
Front wheel: 100/90 R18 56V ContiRoadAttack 3 CR
Rear wheel: 130/80 R17 65V ContiRoadAttack 3
The Honda Gold Wing is certainly a very special bike and Michelin is focusing on the needs of this bike to present a tyre developed specifically for it. Under the name Michelin Road W GT, this tyre has been presented at the Milan 2024 show.
The Gold Wing is undoubtedly one of the largest GTs on the market and this means that many of its users have a very high annual mileage. According to Michelin, its low centre of gravity, which gives it commendable agility for a bike of its size and weight, together with the torque and response of the high-displacement six-cylinder engine, subject the tyre to extreme stress, especially when accelerating, braking or taking successive curves.
Bridgestone Unveils the BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T33: A New Era of Sport Touring Performance
Bridgestone, a global leader in tire technology, is proud to introduce the BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T33, a next-generation sport touring tire designed to elevate the riding experience. Building upon the success of its predecessor, the T32, the new T33 offers a significant 47% improvement in mileage while maintaining the exceptional wet and dry performance that riders have come to expect from the BATTLAX series.
Key Features and Benefits:
Bridgestone's Commitment to Riding Excitement
Bridgestone is dedicated to providing innovative products that inspire riders and enhance their overall riding experience. The BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T33 embodies this commitment by delivering exceptional performance, durability, and safety. With the T33, riders can embark on long-distance journeys with confidence, knowing they have a tire that can handle any road condition.
Availability
The Bridgestone BATTLAX SPORT TOURING T33 will be available in four front and six rear sizes at January 2025, with an additional five sizes to be released in 2026.
Buy now the Bridgestone T33
Metzeler ROADTEC 02 : Enhanced Performance and Sustainability
Great news for fans of the supersport touring tire from the traditional Munich manufacturer: Service information for the high-performance METZELER ROADTEC™ 02 is now available for approximately 500 motorcycle models. Additionally, following an update in sizes 120/70 ZR17 Roadtec 02 M and 180/55 ZR17 Roadtec 02 M, there is now a supplementary specification with the letter "M". Thanks in part to an optimized tread pattern, this version is even more versatile and perfectly suited for a wide variety of motorcycles.
The ROADTEC™ 02 is a perfect blend of technology and sustainability, combining the latest technological innovations from the brand and setting a new standard for the sport touring segment. Its characteristics are thanks in part to the patented adaptive tread technology DYNATREAD™. This allows the tire's behavior to adapt to the rider's riding style - from sport touring to supersport use. The ROADTEC™ 02 thus creates a new tire category: the "super sport touring" tire.
• New quintet of dimensions for the displacement class up to 300 cc
• Even more choice in the fast-growing sport touring segment
• Staggered introduction in the first half of 2024
The ContiRoad sport touring tire is now also available for bikers in the displacement class up to 300 cc. The five new dimensions of the sporty all-rounder will go on sale gradually by the second quarter of 2024: as 17-inch front tires in sizes 100/80-17 and 110/70-17, and as 17-inch rear tires in three sizes: 130/70-17 and 140/70-17 and 150/60-17.
RoadSmart IV GT receives BUYING TIP recommendation "Landstraße/Alltag"*
Test verdict "VERY GOOD" - also in the wetness score
After 2022 and 2023, the DUNLOP ROADSMART IV sport touring tire has once again achieved a very good test result. In this year's touring tire test by MOTORRAD magazine (issue 06/2024), the tested RoadSmart IV GT received the BUYING TIP recommendation "Road/Allday" (country road/everyday). Six tires were tested in sizes 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17 on a BMW R 1250 RS.
The RoadSmart IV GT was the test winner in the 2022 touring tire test (issue 7/2022; tested sizes: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17). In 2023, the RoadSmart IV in the travel enduro dimensions 120/70ZR19 and 170/60ZR17 once again impressed the MOTORRAD test crew: In the "Landstraße/Alltag" category, the RoadSmart IV received the corresponding BUYING TIP award.
The MOTORRAD test crew was particularly impressed by the excellent handling on country roads: "The Dunlop's special feature is its very light-footed handling. [...] Sporty riders will be convinced by the good grip and the good feedback at a faster pace."
The RoadSmart IV was also convincing in terms of wet grip, so that the verdict was VERY GOOD here, as on country roads: "Saturated grip in the wet combined with light-footed handling result in good lap times in the wet test. The limit range is announced early, the traction is above average and makes it a well-predictable tire in bad weather."
A good grade was achieved in the third test criterion "wear": "It wears out on average, but very homogeneously front and rear. The profile wear does not harm the handling, and in direct comparison it remains ahead of the competition in this discipline even at the end of the wear test."
Here are some additional details from the test:
Overall, the RoadSmart IV GT performed very well in the MOTORRAD touring tire test 2024. It received the BUYING TIP recommendation "Landstraße/Alltag" and the test verdict "VERY GOOD."
If you are looking for a sport touring tire that offers excellent handling, grip, and stability in all weather conditions, the Dunlop RoadSmart IV GT is a great option.
Six tires were tested on a BMW R 1250 RS in the tire size 120/70 ZR17 and 180/55 ZR17 to prove their qualities. Five of the tires had already been extensively tested in the 2022 Touring Tire Test, but without the wear test together with the newcomer METZELER ROADTEC 02.
Handling on Land Roads and Everyday Use
Three brands with equal points prove how close the touring tires can be even after 2000 kilometers of test distance. Dunlop and Michelin retain their agile, handy character from the start, while Pirelli retains its stability when cornering quickly. The new Metzeler can't quite make it to the top and places itself in the midfield with Continental. The Bridgestone suffers badly from its wear, degrades heavily and therefore only gets a "good".
Wet Performance
Although this is not about absolute lap times, it reflects the level of the four best tires. Only 1.2 seconds separate the tires in the individual evaluation, and in the sum of all points, they are only separated by one point. Continental is also good, but with slight weaknesses in grip and steering precision. Due to its high wear, the Bridgestone no longer gives the rider a good feeling.
Wear Performance
Let's start with the most striking tire. The Bridgestone T 32 unfortunately stands out negatively from the test field, as it is already waving the white flag on the front wheel and shouting "I'm done". The Metzeler has also lost some feathers, but very evenly front and rear and without any major negative influences on the riding behavior. Continental does the same. Great, after 2000 kilometers there are still fun tires: the tires from Dunlop, Michelin and Pirelli.
For the complete test, get the Motorrad at the kiosk or online today.
In a notification published by the European Commission, Goodyear has recalled 477 potentially defective Dunlop motorcycle tyres.
The 2024 season begins for Dunlop with a tire recall: the tread on the Sportmax Roadsmart III sports touring tire can detach, which can lead to loss of control and a fall.
The wording from the manufacturer Goodyear:
"Goodyear-Dunlop has initiated a voluntary recall for the Dunlop Sportmax Roadsmart III motorcycle tire in size 120/70ZR17 M/C (58W) with production weeks 34, 35, 36, 46 and 47 of 2023. The affected tires can be used over identify the following tire identification numbers (TIN): 1DK8B 6F1M 3423, 1DK8B 6F1M 3523, 1DK8B 6F1M 3623, 1DK8B 6F1M 4623 and 1DK8B 6F1M 4723."
