Motocross riders will soon have a new tire to conquer deep sand with added traction and control when the new Mitas TERRA FORCE-MX SAND 2 comes off the line this October. Developed and tested with racers, this new rear tire was designed to give top traction in deep and soft sand. The new tread pattern will replace the current SAND pattern for rear wheels.
Pirelli DIABLO Supercorsa V4: from track to road, the fourth generation of the tyre that symbolises sports riding.
The new product, both in SP race replica and SC compound versions, is in the final stages of development and testing, to be on sale from the beginning of 2023
The fourth generation of Pirelli DIABLO Supercorsa tyres, both in the SP racing street version and SC option (available in different compounds and designed for track use), is successfully completing final stages of development and testing and it will be available to the public from the start of 2023.
Compared to its predecessor, the DIABLO Supercorsa V4 (V4 indicates the fourth generation) is a completely renewed product in terms of tread design, compounds, structures and profiles. DIABLO Supercorsa, both in the racing and in the race replica version, is a tyre homologated for road use and has always been an emblem of pure performance and absolute sportiness, in other words ‘speed’.
Michelin has launched its latest motocross tire range, the new MICHELIN STARCROSS 6, which was developed in association with top professional riders competing at national and international levels.
Available in all popular sizes covering 100 percent of the adult motocross market, the MICHELIN STARCROSS 6 range will comprise five different versions to suit all types of track conditions and rider preferences: Medium/Soft, Medium/Hard, Hard, Sand, and Mud (rear only). These will be available in dealers from March through to July 2022 depending on the version and geographical region.
Compared to its predecessor, the MICHELIN STARCROSS 5, the new MICHELIN STARCROSS 6 uses technologies developed in Michelin’s R&D centers and fine-tuned on racetracks around the world to offer 16 percent more traction* and 19 percent better durability**. These improvements mean that riders can push their bikes to higher performance levels, while at the same time benefitting from longer-lasting tire performance.
Compared with its predecessor – MICHELIN STARCROSS 5 VS MICHELIN STARCROSS 6:
16 percent more traction*
19 percent better durability**
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METZELER riders dominated the exciting series: Diego Monticelli (TM Racing Factory Team) triumphed in the Overall category while Mickael Bryan Amodeo of the SMX Team won in the S Open class.
The European GP, which took place over this weekend in Busca in the province of Cuneo, concluded the 2020 edition of the European Supermoto Championship and saw METZELER riders triumph in both categories, thanks to the extraordinary performances of the renewed RACETEC ™ SM range.
American Flat Track and Dunlop Motorcycle Tires announced another multi-year renewal to the longterm partnership between America’s Original Extreme Sport and the premier manufacturer of motorcycle tires in North America.
Continuing on as the Official Tire of American Flat Track, Dunlop also announced the development of the first new flat track tire in 40 years — the DT4. The new spec tire for the series, all riders in all three AFT classes will be competing on the DT4 in 2020.
“We are delighted to continue our association with Dunlop,” said Michael Lock, CEO of American Flat Track. “Their R&D and manufacturing here in the USA is an important advantage for us and has resulted in a brand new tire for our sport. Better durability, more rider confidence and a superior performance envelope give the promise of even better racing in AFT in 2020.”
Compound updates with the introduction of the new SCX and larger sizes for the DIABLO SUPERBIKE slicks: innovative rear tread pattern and two different compounds for the DIABLO Rain tyre.
The new technical solutions, produced from constant development work, will beused by WorldSBK and National Championship riders and, in line with Pirelli’s philosophy towards two-wheeled racing, will be available for purchase by all motorcycle riders.
Pirelli, upon completion of intense and constant development work which started in 2017 and continued throughout 2018, is pleased to introduce the new 2019 DIABLO™ range of tyres in compounds intended for track use to racers and motorcyclists all over the world.
The goal that guided this development, which has resulted in the new solutions, was to increase consistent performance and, especially for the rear, ‘mechanical resistance’.
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We have a lot of problems during the winter, to ship racing motorcycle tyres in cold reagions. They can get broken ;((
So we can't ship from now on anymore by temperatures below 5°C / 41°F
But if you realy need the tyres during winter time and you take the risc, we can pack them safe in a box what cost us +5,00 € / box and we have to charge you.
Metzeler has improved 2017 the K2 compund. Now available ...
RACETEC™ RR SLICK, for the races, and RACETEC™ RR COMPK SLICK, for training and amateur use on the track
RACETEC™ RR SLICK is available for both the front and rear in the K1 and K2 compounds. RACETEC™ RR COMPK SLICK uses a more versatile compound designed to provide higher mileage and to be used at a non-competition level and training
With these two products, alongside the SPORTEC™ M7 RR and RACETEC™ RR, the tyre brand METZELER completes the RR family, made up of racing and supersport products developed thanks to the efforts in Road Racing competition.
Metzeler announces immediate availability of the all new Racetec SM, a Supermoto racing slick tyre destined to lead key championships and cup series at the hands of both professional and racing for fun riders. A strong commitment by Metzeler to again achieve a leadership position in the racing world led to the creation of the Racetec Interact in 2009 and now to birth the next generation Racetec SM tyres, concluding a 5-year long full renovation of Metzeler's racing line.
The Michelin Power Slick Ultimate range was developed for experienced riders looking to set quick lap times. It benefits directly from the latest racing-developed technological breakthroughs. Its grip on dry surfaces is exceptional and it is extremely easy to master.
The front tyre, which features a new construction and compound, ensures impressive, reassuring cornering precision, not to mention enhanced grip under braking.
The rear provides maximum grip under acceleration in addition to outstanding longevity.
The range includes a choice of two versions for the front tyre (a medium/B compound and a harder/C alternative), plus three options for the rear tyre (soft/A-medium/B-hard/C) depending on track temperature and layout.
The particularly competitive MICHELIN Power Slick Ultimate range is perfectly suited to track racing. This season, for example, it is the tyre used by all competitors in the Spanish CEV championship, a fiercely-contested series which has seen Michelin enjoy an unbroken run of five titles since 2010.
