In January 2011, Michelin will bring to market two new motorcycle tyres designed for road use. The new Pilot Road 3 range will target users of sport touring bikes while a new version of the Power Pure sports tyre will be added to the current lineup. Spearheading the sport touring lineup, the Pilot Road 3 was designed to deliver superior grip in all conditions of use as well as outstanding total mileage. The tyre reflects Michelin’s across-the-board R&D strategy of improving individual tyre performance characteristics without sacrificing others.
The Michelin Pilot Road 3
In this instance, Michelin Technology centre engineers developed X Sipe Technology (XST), which integrates unique dual-action sipes into the tread. The sipe ribs first cut through the surface of the water, which is then evacuated faster and more effectively toward the outside of the tyre through wide grooves. In addition to its grip, the Michelin Pilot Road 3 also offers improved longevity by combining the Michelin XST technology and the tyre maker’s latest-generation dual-compound tread, called Michelin 2CT. Nine sizes of the tyre will be available in January 2011, with seven others to be introduced between February and August.
The Michelin Power Pure lineup of sports bike tyres is being broadened in 2011 with the addition of a new version in two sizes. This tyre provides bikes with lively handling and agility while vastly enhancing driving enjoyment. It owes its exceptional performance to architecture, materials and tread design directly inspired by Michelin racing tyres. The latest-generation Michelin 2CT technology wears evenly while preserving the tyre’s dynamic features throughout its entire life.
By bringing to market a new version of the tyre in two sizes – 120/70-17 and 190/55-17 – Michelin is customizing its offering and providing a solution suitable to all riding styles. The new front tyre, identifiable by the letter D, enables riders to lean into curves more gradually. The new rear tyre – 190/55-17E – responds perfectly when cornering sharply on very sporty models or bikes with a lot of torque.
In addition, MICHELIN Power Pure will be available in a new size: 200/50 – 17.
via Michelin
