Maxis are not just a scooter for the city: their use on the road, for leisure trips, has gained followers and Michelin wants to offer an option focused on this dual use, daily use and sports driving with the new Michelin Power Shift.
A tyre that aims to offer greater performance and versatility than a standard tyre for this type of sporty maxi scooters and which replaces the Pilot Road 4SC and Pilot Power 3SC, thus simplifying the choice for users.
The new Power Shift benefits from Reinforced Radial X-Evo technology in the casing and the familiar 2CT+ dual-compound tread. This means improved rigidity when leaning the bike and therefore greater stability even when accelerating out of corners.
Introducing the Heidenau K34 Arrow
Just in time for the 2024 EICMA, Heidenau unveils a new addition to its renowned product lineup: the K34 Arrow. This innovative cruiser tire is designed to blend classic style with modern performance, catering to riders who crave an active, personalized riding experience.
A Classic Design, Modern Performance
The K34 Arrow distinguishes itself in the cruiser and chopper tire segment with its timeless design, offering riders the freedom to express their unique style. The tire’s carefully engineered design and innovative aramid material composition deliver:
Experience the Future of Classic Cruising
The Heidenau K34 Arrow redefines the standards of cruiser tire performance. Embrace the perfect blend of heritage and innovation, and elevate your riding experience.
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Can I fit lower speed rated motorcycle tires?
Motorcycle tyres withe the M&S mark can be used with a lower speedindex then in your vehicle handbook.
For example when you want to mount on a BMW R 1250 GS offroad tyres.
You can get specific ‘winter motorcycle tires’. These are better known as M+S rated tires. M+S stands for Mud and Snow and tyres that are M&S rated usually have a snowflake symbol on the tyre wall or they will clearly mention M+S. In countries where winter tyres are a legal requirement, motorcycles are required to have them fitted.
In the most EU countries the Speedlimit with M&S Wintertires is Q = 160 km/h
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.
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Continental is proud to announce that the new BMW M 1000 XR will come equipped with ContiRaceAttack 2 Street hypersport tire. This is the first time that Continental and BMW Motorrad have partnered to equip a M model motorcycle, and it offers performance riders around the world the opportunity to benefit from the expertise of two leading premium manufacturers.
The ContiRaceAttack 2 Street is designed for high-speed riding and aggressive cornering. It features a new compound that provides maximum grip on both wet and dry surfaces, as well as a new tread pattern that helps to improve stability and handling.
The tire is also designed to be lightweight and responsive, making it ideal for riders who want to get the most out of their M 1000 XR.
The brand METZELER has been selected by Honda Racing UK as Official Tyre Supplier for its 2022 Road Racing campaign, which includes the Isle of Man TT and the North West 200 as both events return following a two-year hiatus. The team will run the latest generation METZELER RACETEC RR Slick tyres on the 30th anniversary Honda CBR1000RR-R Fireblade SP Superbike and RACETEC™ RR road legal tyres on Superstock machinery.
THE NEW MAXXIS SUPERMAXX-SC TIRE BECOMES OE EQUIPMENT TIRE FOR THE NEW BMW ELECTRIC SCOOTER, THE BMW CE 04
With a progressive spiral belt for a larger contact area in corners, a spiral steel belt for optimal directional stability and a dual compound rear tire for the ideal balance between mileage and grip, the Supermaxx SC is ideally suited for BMW's cutting-edge new product. This new Maxxis tire also optimizes efficiency with low rolling resistance to allow maximum mileage on a single charge. The Supermaxx SC was developed for use on both motor and battery-powered scooters.
"Maxxis is proud to be associated with BMW with the all-new Supermaxx SC, developed under Principal Innovation and a corporate culture revolving around the Triple 3 system: 100% Quality, 100% Service and 100% Trust," said dr Wally Chen, Chairman of Maxxis International. “With our innovative tire development and commitment to meeting BMW requirements, we look forward to expanding the OE fitment of BMW vehicles.”
The Maxxis Supermaxx SC is available in sizes 120/70 R14, 120/70 R15, 160/60 R14 and 160/60 R15 as replacement tires for the new BMW Scooter and other aftermarket maxi scooters.
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The new sizes of the METZELER SPORTEC M9 RR range dedicated to adventure segment motorcycles will be available from December.
Launched in 2020, the SPORTEC M9 RR is a Supersport tire designed for sporty bikers who use their motorcycles in all weathers. Initially intended for Supersports, Naked and Crossover motorcycles, equipped in 17 inches, the SPORTEC M9 RR enriches its range with the arrival of the dimensions 120/70 R19 at the front and 170/60 R17 at the rear, dedicated to Most popular road trails, which will now be able to enjoy a sporty driving experience.
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Avon Tyres and two-time Isle of Man TT race winner and former British Supersport champion Steve Plater has become brand ambassador for Avon’s motorcycle tyre range. Avon has been working closely with Plater in recent months to enhance the 3D Ultra Xtreme and 3D Ultra Xtreme Slick products. Designed and manufactured in the UK, the AVON 3D Ultra Xtreme and 3D Ultra Xtreme Slick, along with the wet-weather 3D Ultra Xtreme Rain Racer, are high-performance tyres developed with demanding track use in mind. Cooper has previously introduced brand ambassadors for particular product ranges, like Formula 1’s David Coulthard, who represented Cooper UHP tyres.
Flat tyres happen on a motorcycle. But how to fix punctures in tubeless tyres - and even if they should be repaired - is a sensitive issue. It all depends on who you ask. The truth is that drivers are constantly repairing flat tyres, but they can clog them indiscriminately if they have limited knowledge of the proper repair process or the risks associated with driving on a repaired tyre.
For motorcycle tires, repairs up to six millimeters in diameter are only permitted on the tread. However, the tire manufacturers advise against the punctured carcass and high driving speeds.
Continental will be the original equipment manufacturer for BMW Motorrad next year. Anyone who purchases a new 2021 model year
BMW R 1250 GS or BMW R1250GS ADVENTURE with off-road tires will receive the bike fitted with CONTINENTAL TKC 80 tyres.
The original "eighty" was introduced in 1985 but the tire remains a rider favorite to this day.
Thanks to careful model maintenance, which has been adapted to the requirements of current chassis technology, the number one on/off-road tire for serious adventure riders convinces with its block-pattern profile as well as with its outstanding handling abilities.
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BMW Motorrad has unveiled the new BMW M 1000 RR, the first M motorcycle from the manufacturer. It is based on the S 1000 RR and designed for riders who demand extreme, pure race-bred performance. BMW has chosen the Dunlop SportSmart TT for the road-legal version of the limited edition M 1000 RR. In a similar vein to the bike, the Dunlop SportSmart TT offers race-derived technology in a tyre that is equally at home on the street or the circuit.
Compared to the standard superbike, the M 1000 RR has additional competition-proven parts such as carbon fibre winglets and wheels. It is tuned to deliver 212 HP at a searing 14,500 RPM.
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Since its debut in 2008, BMW Motorrad has relied exclusively on METZELER to equip the GS Trophy bikes, an event highly anticipated by enthusiasts from all over the world.
METZELER has once again been chosen as the sole tyre supplier for the legendary BMW Motorrad International GS Trophy, the raid organised every two years by the Bavarian company to have their customers test the off-road skills of their bikes who have shown excellent riding skills by exceeding the selections provided. Since its first edition in Tunisia in 2008, METZELER has been the only tyre brand alongside BMW Motorrad as a technical partner to equip the motorcycles that are the protagonists of the coveted amateur trophy.
From 2020, the Dunlop Sportsmart TT will also be available in the tire sizes for Adventure Motorcycles (BMW GS / KTM etc.)
Dunlop Sportsmart TT TRAIL in 120/70 ZR19 and 170/60 ZR17.
That's what Metzeler tried with the M7 RR this year. The tire was taken out of the program after a short time and is no longer produced.
Of course there are bikers who really want to pull the gas cock with a GS, but if you have to put on a super sports tire, we question them. Since the rest of the time you have to accept all the disadvantages of a super athlete.
Getting such a tire up to operating temperature is not always that easy.
