Tires

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Michelin Anakee Adventure Tire

Adventure and adventure-touring motorcycles have become increasingly popular over the past few years. Motorcycle tire manufacturers have responded by introducing a slew of tires that perform well on both asphalt and dirt—like the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire. Released to the riding public in 2019, the Adventure tire is the

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2025 BMW R 1300 GS Adventure Sweepstakes Build-Out

In case you haven’t heard, we are giving away a brand-new motorcycle to celebrate our 25th year in publication. But, the winner won’t just get a stock bike. We’re handing out a fully accessorized adventure machine with lots of gear and extras! Here’s how we have

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Review: Michelin Road W GT

Generic parts can give you a perfectly good riding experience—but things are always better with dedicated, tailor-made components. Recently, Michelin announced a pair of goodies for Honda Gold Wing riders. The new Michelin Road W GT tires are specifically designed for heavier sport touring motorcycles. Their design and construction

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Motorcycle Tire Construction: Know How Your Rubbers are Made

Whether you like off-road riding, cruising the Pacific Coast Hwy on a slammed bagger, or racing on road tracks, you need tires. But not all tires are made equal for all types of riding. Picking the correct tire requires you to answer many questions before you pull the trigger. Where

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Bridgestone Reveals Battlax Sport Touring T33 Tires

Bridgestone’s Battlax series of motorcycle tires is a popular choice of rubber among riders of all types. Now, the company is expanding its tire catalog further with the introduction of the Battleax Sport Touring T33 tire. This new radial sport touring tire is set to become the next-generation iteration

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Review: Michelin Medium Enduro Tires and Bib Mousse

Serious off-road riders need the perfect figurative shoes and in-soles for their bikes to tackle dirt roads. Good candidates for successful off-road escapades are Michelin Enduro Medium tires paired with Bib Mousses. Michelin claims this combination will elevate your unpaved experience and keep you cruising without a hitch. Let'

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Review: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S23

For 2024, Bridgestone has introduced a new iteration of its Battlax tires, first launched more than 40 years ago. I put the latest model, the Hypersport S23, to the test on a Suzuki GSX-S1000 and a 2024 Buell Hammerhead 1190. Changes from the previous version are incremental, but important. A

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Review: Metzeler Cruisetec Tire

The new Metzler Cruisetec tires are designed specifically to emphasize the sporty character of big power cruisers. I put them to the test on the racetrack aboard a Harley-Davidson Sportster S 1250. This bike marked a paradigm shift at Harley-Davidson with its ultra-modern, water-cooled, and powerful twin-cylinder engine. The Pan

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Michelin Power 6 and Anakee Road Tires

The Michelin Man dug something new out of his folds at the 2023 EICMA show and introduced two new motorcycle tires to the world. The Power 6 is a new high-performance tire that will serve as the reference model for Michelin’s future sport tires. It helps improve mileage during

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Metzeler Releases Roadtec 02 Sport-Touring Tire

German motorcycle tire manufacturer Metzeler’s Roadtec 01 was already a nice, grippy tire on both dry and wet pavement. Now, the company is looking to up its game with the release of the Roadtec 02 “super sport-touring” tires. The Roadtec 02 has gone through final development and testing and

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Pirelli Sets Sale Date for Diablo Supercorsa V4 Tires

Pirelli first announced its new Diablo Supercorsa V4 in September, leaving us waiting for news about when we can get our hands on them. Now, we know—Pirelli will launch the tires in January 2024. It might be tempting to think of the new tires as a sequel to the

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11 Touring Tires That Will Go the Distance

When it comes to the base elements of safety and ridability, nothing is as important as tires on your motorcycle. After all, the contact patch of a motorcycle tire is about the size of a credit card, so the better compounds, tread pattern, and construction fit the bill, the safer,

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Review: Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41 Tire

The Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41 motorcycle tire is a top-tier choice for adventure riders seeking a high-performance tire. It excels on pavement and is ready for the challenge when two roads diverge in a wood and you take the one less traveled by. The tire’s exceptional performance, durability,

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Review: Metzeler Tourance Next 2

Since 2013, Metzeler’s Tourance Next 90/10 tire has delighted street-oriented adventure riders. Designed primarily for on-road use, it set a real benchmark for what an adventure bike tire can do. Over the years, the competition has closed the gap, especially on the performance aspect, but a loyal customer

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Review: Conti Road Attack 4

Marketing jargon is always littered with superlatives. The latest product update makes something naturally the best, until the next one comes out. We were already impressed by the handling and wet weather grip of the ContiRoadAttack 3. How much better could the ContiRoadAttack 4 [https://imp.i104546.net/gbLk4X], which

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Tire Rebates: How to Save Money on New Motorcycle Tires

You need fresh tires for the best and safest motorcycle touring experience. If the rubber on your bike is starting to look a bit too slick, you should update your tires. If only they weren’t so darn expensive… Lay Down The Rubber, Reap The Rewards Motorcycle tire rebates can

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Continental ContiRoadAttack 4 Tire

You need good tires when you’re tackling good roads—and doubly so on the less-than-great ones. Continental’s ContiRoadAttack 4 [https://imp.i104546.net/gbLk4X] sport-touring tires provide ample traction in all conditions. The ContiRoadAttack 4 features an all-new compound and tire pattern that grips both wet and dry

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Cruiser Tire Wet-Weather Comparison Test

There is an age-old compromise when designing motorcycle tires: the balance between grip and durability. A tire that lasts forever will have poor traction, while super sticky rubber will wear out quickly. In terms of cruiser-style motorcycles, outright grip isn’t as important as it is on sportier motorcycles, because

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Review: Bridgestone Battlax Adventure Trail AT41

The adventure bike category has grown into its own universe, a popular realm bolstered by a wide range of motorcycles, as well as equally plentiful personal riding styles and preferences. The segment presents a unique challenge to tire manufacturers—they must develop a single product that can jump from pavement

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Review: Metzler Karoo 4

Adventure Bike Tire Metzeler recently introduced the new Karoo [https://imp.i104546.net/vnvGZy] 4 tires for adventure motorcycles. During the FIM Enduro Vintage Trophy on Elba, Italy, at the end of October 2021, we had the opportunity to test them on a BMW F 850 GS. The first thing

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Continental ContiRoadAttack 4—A New ‘Hyper-Touring’ Tire

Continental is bringing in a new treat to help sport-touring enthusiasts stick to the road. The ContiRoadAttack 4 [http://imp.i104546.net/gbLk4X] tires, announced in November 2021, are expected to soon be available. The company has given the ContiRoadAttack 4 [http://imp.i104546.net/gbLk4X] the less-than-modest nickname of

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The New Michelin® Road 6

The Michelin® Road 6 tire brings enthusiasts multiple new features designed to improve wet grip, longevity and appearance on a range of motorcycles. The new tire, available now, is designed to improve performance for roadster, trail, sport and GT motorcycles and is available in the standard Michelin® Road 6 tire

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Product Review: Michelin Anakee Wild

The Michelin Anakee Wild [https://imp.i104546.net/6bDDab] is a recent addition to the adventure bike tire lineup. I’ve had the tire set on my KTM 990 Adventure for 2,000 miles and I’ve ridden on just about every surface. So far, it’s performed admirably on