Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport tyres OE on new Kawasaki Ninja
Bridgestone Corporation will supply Battlax Hypersport S23 tyres as original equipment for the new Ninja 1100SX made by Kawasaki Motors, Ltd.
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62,000+ Metzeler/Pirelli two-wheel tyres recalled
On 20 November 2024, Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA), the German Federal Motor Transport Authority, detailed the worldwide scale of the previously-reported recall of certain Pirelli-manufactured Metzeler-brand “Tourance Next” and “Tourance Next II” as well as Pirelli-branded “Scorpion Trail II” tyres. In short, 62,526 units are said to be affected worldwide, which is considerably more than it first appeared at the point of the initial North American recall of some 3,100 tyres.
Metzeler Tourance Next and Tourance Next 2 tyres recalled in Europe
What began as a recall of 3100 Pirelli and Metzeler-branded tyres in the USA, has been expanded to Europe. Indeed, according to the Metzeler GB website, “a voluntary recall campaign for certain sizes of Tourance Next and Tourance Next 2 has been initiated.”
Eurogrip-branded EV tyres under development
Eurogrip-branded electric vehicle (EV) tyres are on their way, as Indian tyremaker TVS Srichakra reported that it is developing advanced fuel-efficient tyres made for EVs and primarily targeting the Indian market.
Pirelli recalls over 3000 motorbike tyres in America
In the USA, Pirelli has recalled 3100 Pirelli and Metzeler-branded motorbike tyres due to manufacturing issue that could result in tread separation. 100 per cent of the 150/70 R18 M/C 70V Metzeler Tourance Next; 150/70 R18 M/C 70V Metzeler Tourance Next II; 150/70 R18 M/C 70W Metzeler Tourance Next II; and 150/70 R18 M/C 70V Pirelli Scorpion Trail II tyres produced between a total production period that covers a maximum range of 30 November 2016 to 11 June 2024 are said to be affected.
Bridgestone launches Battlax Hypersport S23
BridgestoneBridgestone Corporation (Bridgestone) has today announced the launch of the Battlax Hypersport S23 a new sports radial motorcycle tyre for street use that will be available from January 2024.
Maxxis continues GASGAS OE tyre supply
The Maxxis MaxxCross MX-ST+ motocross tyre has been selected again as original equipment for the 2024 range of GASGAS motocross bikes. Meanwhile, the 2024 enduro range including the EC450F and EC500F models will feature Maxxis MaxxEnduro tyres.
MXMH completes Maxxis Maxxcross tyre range
MaxxisMaxxis reports that its Maxxcross range is now complete following the addition of the MXMH rear tyre. The off-road motorbike tyre range includes the MXST+ (mid-soft terrain), the MXSM (sand and mud), and now the MXMH (hard and loose over hard).
Vipal Rubber supplying OE tyres to Brazil-made Honda motorcycles
VipalVipal will supply tyres directly for the production of Honda motorcycles in Brazil. The Honda CG 160 Fan will be the first model to come out with Vipal tyres as original equipment (OE). The motorbike will specifically be fitted with Street ST600 80/100-18 (front) and Street ST600 90/90-18 (rear) tyres. Both are tubeless designs.
Airless two-wheel tyremaker Risingsun lists on stock market
On May 16, Risingsun, a Chinese manufacturer of air-free tyres, was listed on the National Equities Exchange and Quotations (NEEQ). The move means the company’s shares can be publicly traded.
Mitas launches new Enduro Trail-ADV tyre
Mitas is launching a new tread pattern in its adventure range, the Enduro Trail-ADV, which the company says “reflects the true spirit of modern adventure riders and delivers superb performance on and off the road.”
Is Avon now a motorcycle tyre brand?
Following Goodyear’s takeover of Cooper and the integration of the German Cooper sales organization in Goodyear Germany, the German wing of Gooodyear EMEA has added two more logos to its product portfolio, those of the Cooper and of Avon brands. However, the German introduction of the latter is bringing with it significant changes in the Avon brand’s positioning.
Cheng Shin Rubber increased capital in Indonesia factory
Cheng ShinOn 10 November, Cheng Shin Rubber Ind., Co., Ltd. announced that it is preparing to increase the capital of PT. Maxxis International Indonesia by US$30 million (about £25.53 million pounds; 29.01 million euros). Cheng Shin Rubber said that the capital increase meets the operation’s needs.
Not if, when: Vredestein still set to enter the European motorcycle tyre segment
Christian Marx/Profil-VerlagAfter entering India’s motorcycle tyre business a good two years earlier, at the end of 2018 Apollo Tyres announced plans to introduce motorcycle tyres in European markets. It even presented the first local products – Centauro ST, Centauro Road and (for Scooters) Staccata early in 2020, along with the promise of a two-wheel TPMS system. But after that, everything went quiet until Apollo Tyres confirmed suspending its European rollout due to “high demand for motorcycle tyres in the Indian market” and “limited production capacities.” Yves Pouliquen, head of sales and marketing at Apollo Tyres Europe, recently provided an update on the company’s two-wheeler plans.
Goodyear Montluçon two-wheel tyre transition completing in early 2024
Christian Marx/Profil VerlagFollowing the news that Goodyear is investing in converting its Montluçon into a two-wheel tyre production centre of excellence, company officials have confirmed that, subject to consultation with the relevant employee bodies, Goodyear expects the plans to be “substantially complete by the beginning of 2024”.
