Metzeler add to their innovative range of tyres using the latest Interact™ technology with the introduction of the ultimate Sports Touring tyre, the Roadtec Z8 Interact.
Developed with Sports Touring and Naked bikes in mind, the new Roadtec Z8 gives unmatched feedback, consistent performance and great stability at high and low speeds. The new tyre retains good comfort even over long distances and when loaded with a passenger and luggage. The Roadtec Z8 Interact utilizes the most advanced technological solutions developed by Metzeler, such as its variable tension Interact™ multi zone structure, new composite compounds, new profiles with larger contact areas and an exclusive tread design inspired by Greek Pi (p).
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There will be a running change to the front tyre on 2009 models. Dunlop D407F front tires will be changing over to D408F tires during the first half of calendar year 2009. The primary difference between the two constructions is the direction of the tread. This will be executed as a running change for MY2009. The D408F tire will offer improved tire wear for some customers over the D407F.
Important Note:
When mounting the tires, refer to the directional arrows on the sidewall to ensure correct directional rotation.
With the new Sportec M5 Interact, the premium German brand opens a new chapter in motorcycle tire construction: an innovative 5 zone tension technology inside brings a custom-tailored grip level, excellent handling and confident stability at every lean angle demanded in any driving condition.
This technology, along with Greek “Pi”-inspired tread grooves specifically placed for maximizing tire flexibility and new high-silica compounds for supreme dry grip and wet confidence, elevates the Sportec M5 Interact as the ideal tire for all sport bikes and naked bikes, from its high performance capabilities to its clean all-round look.
Following the sport-touring Roadtec Z6 Interact and the racing-oriented Racetec Interact, comes the new Sportec M5 Interact, the perfect all-round supersport tire from Metzeler boasting innovative Interact Technology.
This all-encompassing approach to development perfectly matches the tire’s structure, 0°-steel belt, tread design and compounds for a combination of high performance even in wet conditions, rideability and wear uniformity.
Interact: 5 Zones Tension Technology
Metzeler engineers answered the most diverse requirements of the supersport segment with a new stage of development on the tensions of the tire’s steel-belt: The new Sportec M5 Interact boasts five well-defined zones over the entire contour of the tire, achieving always the best grip lean for each angle, stability and constant feedback.
This diagram shows the different tension and grip zones of the Metzeler Sportec M5 Tire. Interact technology is a precise tuning of the high-tech steel belt winding tensions combined with a perfectly matched carcass, without the discontinuity experienced by alternative multi-compound products. With this new structure, Metzeler engineers also succeeded in optimizing the total area of the tire footprint at every lean angle with up to an 8% increase, while improving also its shape and pressure distribution. This success is felt in every situation: with an increased stability in a straight line, better contact feel at the central part of the curve and safe grip at full lean.
The tread pattern of the new Sportec M5 Interact is the result of an extensive series of tests to achieve high effectiveness in dry (stability) and wet (drainage) conditions, but also provides an increased life for the tire.
The registered design of the Sportec M5 Interact tire tread resembles the Greek letter "Pi", a component to the formula of a perfect circle. The shape and distribution the tread grooves contributes to the overall performance of the Sportec M5 Interact with very effective water drainage as well as a superb flexibility. This increased flexibility complements the Interact-based tire structure in maintaining an optimized contact area to avoid slippage which positively affects wear uniformity and thus mileage.
High Silica Mixture
The two newly developed tread compounds of the Sportec M5, unique between front and rear, seamlessly partner with the Interact structure. Derived from a completely new mixing procedure and produced with a larger percentage of silica, they bring top-of-segment adhesion on dry land as well as uncompromising confidence in wet conditions, still keeping a rapid warm-up time for a maximum supersport grip level right from the first pull of the throttle.
Lean Indicator
An additional motorcycle tire first comes from the Sportec M5’s new lean indicator which offers riders visual confirmation of the maximum level of the tire’s usage: riders can verify which of the 5-stage markings were contacted while riding. The five lean indicator markings are placed on the shoulder of the rear tire where the profile meets the road surface at angles of approximately 25°, 30°, 35°, 40° and 45° (depending on vehicle weight and tire pressure).
The new Sportec M5 Interact will be available starting from the 1st of February, 2010
in front size: 120/70ZR17; as well as three rear sizes: 180/55ZR17, 190/50ZR17 and 190/55ZR17, and shall gradually replace its successful predecessor, the Sportec M3.
Front size 120/60ZR17 and rear size 160/60ZR17 will follow in April 2010.
120/70ZR17 (58W) Sportec M5 Interact
180/55ZR17 (73W) Sportec M5 Interact
Dunlop Sportmax D210 "J" for the new Kawasaki Z 1000 2010 -
120/70 ZR17 (58W) D210 "J"
190/50 ZR17 (75W) D210
The new Dunlop motorcycle tyre D210 is also available in :
120/70 ZR17 (58W) D210
190/55 ZR17 (75W) D210
CONTI ROADATTACK 2 IN "C" FOR BMW >>
The ContiRoadAttack 2 from Europe's leading tyre manufacturer Continental is a new development for sports bikes and sports touring bikes. Continental's development engineers in Korbach in the German federal state of Hesse have adapted the tyre tread and compound to accommodate the latest findings in tyre technology, which means that this tyre achieves more grip on wet roads and more on dry asphalt than its popular predecessor. Handling and mileage performance has also been increased.
These results were achieved through a range of design measures in tyre development. Continental Traction Skin Technology, for example, uses a special coating in the tyre mould to prevent the release agents required when 'baking' the tyre in the mould from remaining on the tyre afterwards. The running-in time needed for the tyre is therefore safe and extremely short. This makes the new ContiRoadAttack 2 the first tyre to offer complete riding safety as soon as it is fitted.
The new tyre offers a further safety benefit on sports bikes and sports touring bikes, thanks to its 'Continuous Compound Technology' - the combination of a soft compound on the sidewall with harder rubber across the middle of the tread increases safety during cornering, without having to sacrifice high mileage performance. The use of 'Black Chili Compound' containing silica and carbon black, as used in the racing world, means faster heat build-up, something that is important for grip, especially on wet roads. The tyre structure was also redesigned to achieve greater riding dynamics and grip. This involved marrying the steel belt casing with the special tyre contour to further enhance safe handling and precise steering response.
The new ContiRoadAttack 2 will be available from the tyre trade at the start of the 2010 season. Continental will be producing the tyre in six sizes for the front axle and seven for the rear. Approvals have already been obtained for over 250 bikes (from manufacturers including BMW, Honda, Kawasaki and Yamaha).
http://www.contiroadattack2.com
front
120/70 ZR 17 M/C TL 58W ROADATTACK 2
120/60 ZR 17 M/C TL 55W ROADATTACK 2
rear
150/70 R 17 M/C TL 69V ROADATTACK 2
160/60 ZR 17 M/C TL 69W ROADATTACK 2
180/55 ZR 17 M/C TL 73W ROADATTACK 2
190/50 ZR 17 M/C TL 73W ROADATTACK 2
From February 2010 onwards Bridgestone’s latest “full spec” sport touring tyre will be available in European markets. The Battlax BT-023 replaces the BT-021, and the Japanese manufacturer reports that the new tyre offers a significant upgrade in mileage and wet performance compared with its predecessor, as well as by meeting the handling expectations of the most demanding sport riders. All in all, adds Bridgestone, the BT-023 provides a wider range of choices for larger bikes by delivering consistent high-level touring and sport riding performance.
The latest sport motorcycle tire from Pirelli intended to span both street and track usage As Pirelli gains more knowledge and experience as the spec tire manufacturer for the World Superbike Championship, that technology continues to trickle down to its street-oriented production rubber for sale to the general public. The latest example of that racing development is the company’s new Diablo Rosso Corsa tire that was unveiled at the Milan EICMA show. Intended as a replacement for the Diablo Corsa III tire that debuted back in ‘06, the new Diablo Rosso Corsa is said to exceed its predecessor’s performance in key areas such as overall mileage and grip in both dry and wet conditions. The new Pirelli is credited with three design patents, the foremost being Enhanced Patch Technology (EPT), derived from the company’s extensive WSBK experience for an optimized contact patch area at all lean angles on road and track, providing rider confidence and effective power transfer to the ground in any riding condition. EPT is complemented by the “III zones compound” rear tire, with a new compound in the middle section offering better mileage; ample shoulder zone compound is straight from the WSBK arena. The Diablo Rosso Corsa’s tread pattern includes a slick-like area on the rear shoulders while the tread grooves are selectively concentrated in the centre and shoulders. The aggressive tread design results in quick warm-up and consistent water drainage for great control on wet surfaces.
Avon Tyres has launched a new, user-friendly website with an educational, practical and enjoyable, remit aimed squarely at us bikers. The re-vamped site should help motorcyclists find the right tyre for their motorcycle via the product finder.
http://www.avonmotorcycle.com/motorcycle
Dunlop's Geomax MX51 replaces the venerable D756 soft-intermediate terrain tire and it exceeds every aspect of the old tires performance.
MX 51 Intermediate Terrain Tire - New design profile with “more volume” for excellent cornering grip and improved ride comfort
Recessed biting edges for greater cornering traction and rut performance in a wider range of terrain conditions
Tie-bar for increased block stiffness and recess design for improved medium-to-harder terrain performance
Unique “cross stitch” shoulder block distribution for better traction and grip in medium-to-medium-hard conditions
Enhanced land/sea ratio and a wider tread profile for improved traction
Larger radius block base for strength and increased durability
A newly developed Bridgestone motorcycle tires for heavy and powerful Tours - motorcycles.
These new tires EXEDRA meet the high expectations of real Tour rider.
The modern rubber compounds provide the liability and a very high mileage.
To guarantee safety and driving pleasure.
OE - Suzuki Intruder M 1500
120/70ZR18 59W TL
150/80 R16 71V TL
Price and availability of the Bridgestone Exedra G853 can you find in the web shop.
200/50 ZR 17 (75W) TL
240/55 R16 86V TL
Price and availability of the Bridgestone Exedra G852 can you find in the web shop.
01/2008 Michelins new website special for the new Power One in online !
http://www.michelinpowerone.com/
11/2008 ...the new racing tyre Michelin Power one will replace 2009 the Power Race
New DUNLOP D952 compound delivers good grip and excellent durability, resulting in a tyre that works great in a wide variety of conditions.
High-durability construction for long wear and great traction.
Patterned after the popular D752, with a modified knob structure - resized tread blocks that also feature an increased radius at the base to make them more durable.
Front - 80/100 -21 51M TT
Rear - 100/90 -19 57M TT, 110/90 -19 62M TT
Impressive handling and response thanks to the enhanced profile - Mileage and regular wear thanks to the Diablo like pattern design - Exceptional wet and dry grip thanks to the moto derived compound
New in there program form Shinko is the scootertyre SR 550 and SR 723, in the size 120/70-12 Shinko and 130/70-12 SR723 WW
D253 SUPERMOTO - Grip quick warm-up performance and sustainability of the balance SUPAMOTADO only compound adopted.Track temperature changes large and Tarmac Dirt repeated in a stable grip and the control and tight cornering response.FS-JLB rear of the structure can be adopted to ensure high-speed stabilility.
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT HUSQVARNA SM 450R / SM 510 R / SM 610 S
120/70 R17 58H D 253
150/60 R17 66H D 253
Bridgestone’s new Battlax BT-028 radials will be the only original fitment on the new Yamaha VMAX when the power cruiser hits the street in 2009.
The machine will be riding on 120/70 R18 (59V) on the front and 200/50 R18 (76V) on the rear.
The front tyre features a multi-cross belt construction with a compound chosen for light handling and longer wear life for touring sport. Optimisation of the pattern, compound and construction gives the front tyre a light and neutral handling character, making it easier to control big and powerful bikes.
Bridgestone introduce the newly developed Bridgestone-brand M203/M204 soft terrain and M603/M604 hard terrain tires. These tires will replace the current successful M201/M202 soft terrain and M601/M602 hard terrain tires in the marketplace.
Prototype versions of these new tires were developed and tested by top AMA factory teams in Supercross, Motocross and off-road racing, capturing a dominant majority of race wins and championships. With this data, and building on the proven performance of the combination, Bridgestone tire engineers have fine-tuned casing constructions and tread design patterns to increase durability, widen the range of soil applications and increase cornering performance on the new M203/M204 soft terrain and M603/M604 hard terrain tires.
