The Dunlop Trailmax Raid is the new touring-enduro tire from Dunlop, aimed at all off-road enthusiasts. It is a completely newly developed on/off-road tire that combines excellent road behavior with high off-road capabilities. With a positioning of 50% road and 50% terrain, the tire provides excellent performance in both areas.
The special front wheel construction of the Trailmax Raid offers high cornering stability and playful handling both on and off the road. The strong development focus on wet performance ensures absolutely safe driving behavior in the rain. The tire also shows excellent performance on difficult off-road passages, with grip, traction and cornering stability at the highest level.
Another highlight of the Trailmax Raid is the newly developed rubber compound that offers low wear and high tread strength on hard ground. The tire is also equipped with the M+S markings, making it a reliable companion for real off-road adventures.
Overall, the Dunlop Trailmax Raid is the perfect tire for anyone who is both on the road and off-road, and values good driving behavior in both dry and wet conditions.
Available tyre size:
front:
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID F 90/90 -21 (54T) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID F 110/80 R19 (59T) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID F 120/70 R19 (60T) TL
rear
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 130/80 -17 (65S) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 140/80 -17 (69S) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 150/70 R17 (69T) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 170/60 R17 (72T) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 140/80 -18 (70S) TL
DUNLOP TRAILMAX RAID R 150/70 R18 (70T) TL
All DUNLOP TRAILMAX MERIDIAN / MIXTOUR / MISSION / RAID
"Sumitomo Rubber Industries, Ltd. is introducing DUNLOP SPORTMAX Q-LITE, a versatile diagonal tire with high grip that can be used on a variety of racing tracks and roads starting in the 2023 season. Seven sizes are available.
The Dunlop SPORTMAX Q-LITE has a new design pattern related directly to the high-grip tire of the "Q-series," a single R-tread pattern, a high-grip mixture, and an optimal combination of structures to achieve sufficient grip performance for sporty driving and the road. It is a diagonal tire with a long lifespan. You can confidently drive in various driving situations, from cornering, touring, daily tours, and circuit courses.
Main features and representative technologies
Profil pattern that achieves high drainage performance and wear resistance Long grooves that penetrate the contact area at all lateral inclination angles, changing the angle from the center of the tread to the shoulder to achieve high drainage performance The groove form and angle are improved by wear simulation and enhanced durability by suppressing uneven wear Handling profile for gentle handling By using a single R-profile with a uniform curvature radius of the tread cross section and suppressing ground shape changes during turning, the control performance during turning is significantly improved compared to conventional products
Available in Japan in 2022, probably not available in Europe until 2023."
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Continental brings motorcycles online: At the EICMA 2022 motorcycle trade fair, which takes place in Milan from November 8-13, the technology company will present its solution for always-on connectivity of motorcycles to a broad public for the first time (Hall 9, Booth M60). The Connected Infotainment Box enables the use of digital services such as turn-by-turn navigation and stolen vehicle tracking, even without a connection to a smartphone. “Our discussions with manufacturers have confirmed the importance of a future-proof connectivity solution for motorcycles,” says Harry Krickl, Director of Sales, Motorcycles and Off-Highway in Continental’s Commercial and Special Vehicles business segment. “We’re well on the way to closing the gap between motorcycles and the internet, without having to depend on smartphones. This is the first step towards ensuring that motorcycles are ‘always-on’, that mobility on two wheels becomes really smart, and safety and ride comfort are noticeably increased.”
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It’s the first trade fair highlight of the year for motorcycle and scooter fans from Europe and the specialised trade from all over the world: INTERMOT, the International Motorcycle, Scooter and E-Bike Fair, from 4 to 9 October 2022. Around 500 exhibiting companies and brands from around 29 countries, including many big names, will present their new and current models and product innovations to the international specialised trade and the biker community. In addition to motorcycles and scooters, the INTERMOT offering also encompasses accessories, clothing, parts, heritage and customizing, travel and workshop equipment. INTERMOT is organised by Koelnmesse GmbH, and the conceptual sponsor of the event is the German Motorcycle Industry Association (IVM), based in Essen, Germany.
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’.
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.
Mitas extends its mousse range with a new rally version to meet the specific demands of rally racers from all over the world.
Gustavo Pinto Teixeira, Vice President Two Wheels at Trelleborg Wheel Systems, explains: “When developing the new Mitas Rally Mousse, we had in mind that racers are seeking a durable and versatile mousse option, which will deliver constant performance throughout the whole race.”
The complete development process was supported by professional racers in various weather conditions and terrains. The most demanding test was performed by rider Simon Marčič during the arduous 2022 Dakar Rally. He reviewed the mousse in an online video after he successfully finished the race: “This new Mitas Rally Mousse really proved its superior performance in terms of versatility, and resulted in the perfect choice for different types of rally from short to long ones.”
The new Mitas Rally Mousse features a durable compound that is suitable to high speeds and resistant to heat and sharp objects, delivering superior performance on vertical technical sections.
It is designed for use in combination with a range of Mitas Rally tires including E-12 RALLY STAR, E-13 RALLY STAR, C-21 STONEKING and C-17 STONEATER Dakar, and available in the 140/80-18 rear and 90/90-21 front sizes In addition to the Mitas Rally Mousse, the Mitas mousse range includes products for Motocross and Enduro, available in several 18 to 21-inch sizes and in three different versions: from a standard for motocross and cross country, to a soft version for enduro and an extreme version for technical extreme enduro sections.
During the Motorcycle Trophies, MICHELIN ROAD CLASSIC received the prize for the best motorcycle equipment of the year. This tire intended for neo-retro motorcycles combines driving pleasure and safety.
Michelin does not forget classic motorcycles with the new Michelin Road Classic tire which uses the group's latest technologies. It was Franck Ferreira da Silva, Business Segment Manager Michelin who came to collect his prize.
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METZELER KAROO 4 designed for on/off use, a tyre intended for the equipment of adventure and maxi enduro motorcycles that allows motorcyclists to go beyond the boundaries of adventouring.
Main features
KAROO 4 features a revolutionary patented tread pattern, which raises the tyre's all-round performance levels on both asphalt and on different types of off-road surfaces. As for the road sector, the engineers of the blue elephant brand have worked to improve in particular the overall handling and the behaviour in the wet, developing a tread pattern that allows you to safely face certain lean angles even on wet asphalt. In the off-road field, KAROO 4 increases the off-road performance level, especially on soft surfaces, such as sand, mud and clay.
Avon Tires has launched the newest member of its motorcycle tire range: AVON 3D SUPERSPORT, a hypersport tire designed for both street and track use to offer riders exceptional grip, handling and stability.
Designed, developed and manufactured at Cooper Tire's European engineering center in Melksham, the Avon 3D SUPERSPORT combines grip and durability to offer sport and superbike riders a superb hypersport package.
METZELER SPORTEC STREET 2 - The Sportec Street, developed for mopeds and scooters up to 400 ccm, will have its successor for the 2022 season. The diagonal tire will initially be available in 5 different tire sizes. In some sizes already in stock.
Michelin has released the new Michelin Anakee Street motorcycle tire for adventurous small mopeds like a Hondas Trail (or CT) 125.
Already available in India for about a year, it is now coming to Europe.
The Anakee Street is designed for both on-road and light off-road use to make your dual sport scooter dreams come true. 80% on-road / 20% off-road
The Michelin Anakee Street is designed to provide comfort and durability for everyday road riding, as well as durability and controllability on trails. The large block tread design helps you control your ride and keep your scooter stable while crossing unpaved roads, Michelin says.
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**
MICHELIN CITY EXTRA - From 10 to 18 inches in 21 different tire sizes, the tire should be available from 2022. Probably as the successor to the MICHELIN CITY PRO. which has been on the market since 2014.
In recent years, more and more motorcyclists are on the road and making it a means of transportation to work or leisure. There are also many who make motorcycles as a source of income after losing their jobs due to being laid off due to the pandemic.
For riders who make motorcycles their primary transportation, the most important thing is in economic terms which involves maintenance and care. As much as possible they try to find ways to reduce costs; use the best products that are not only affordable but at the same time durable.
Pirelli announces the arrival of the new DIABLO ROSSO IV CORSA, the high-performance hypersport tyre that raises the bar of sport riding even higher within the DIABLO ROSSO family. The new DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa represents a fiercer version of the DIABLO ROSSO IV supersport tyre, and was created to satisfy the most demanding motorcyclists seeking a tyre capable of a sporty performance, in order to best express the potential of their supersport, naked or hypernaked bikes.
DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa is the ideal choice for:
The product of intensive research and development work, the new ContiRoadAttack 4 combines two worlds: An all-new tyre design that easily tops its competitors on the traditional sport-touring metrics of mileage, comfort, stability and wet grip. But which also offers new levels of pure sporting ability, essential for the latest high-performance sport-touring motorcycles. The performance is so good, that we’re calling it a “Hyper-Touring tyre”.
The new ContiRoadAttack 4 features all of our core Continental technologies like TractionSkin and MultiGrip, and also adds GripLimitFeedback technology for superior levels of control and safety when riding at full lean.
The new ContiRoadAttack 4 adds the GripLimitFeedback technology for early feedback in high lean angles.
The slick shoulder area means more rubber on the road at higher lean angles for maximum grip and high precision, while an all-new compound and updated tread pattern gives a massive boost to wet weather performance, with superb grip in all conditions. This modern high-tech tyre is developed for modern and powerful sports tourers, but will also enhance the performance of popular older touring machines too.
Our engineers have also revised the construction of the front tyre to give more feedback and improved agility, which also reduces the tendency to stand up during hard cornering.
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.
