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Heidenau – German tyres for road and track

The name Heidenau may be new to some Tyres & Accessories readers, yet the firm behind the name has produced motorcycle tyres for more than 60 years. Today Heidenau produces a broad range of tyres for various motorcycle and scooter segments – the company manufactures around 400,000 motorcycle tyres per annum in total – and the company claims a very good European dealer network, with sales in most European countries. In the past five years Heidenau has also taken on a more international flavour and now boasts strong partners in the US, South Africa and Australia. Last year it also began with a new Canadian partner and intends to further develop new markets.

27th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Nankang Roadiac “up there with class leaders”

Towards the end of 2010 Nankang released its first-ever motorcycle tyre, the Roadiac WF-1 radial. The range was developed in partnership with Delticom/Pneubo and is sold exclusively in Europe through Delticom AG web portals, including mytyres.co.uk. According to Nankang, three front wheel and six rear wheel fitments are now available in the Roadiac range.

24th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

GoldenTyre launching new scooter lines

This year Italian tyre brand GoldenTyre is introducing new scooter ranges. The first of these is a product intended for everyday use in all weather. The GT 75 M+S is suited for use in wintry conditions – the manufacturer states the tyre’s reinforced casing enables usage at a lower inflation pressure, a measure said to be recommended by experts for riding in the colder months. The tyre’s siped tread is also said to do a “superb job” in wet conditions, snow or in slush. The range in available in 10 to 14-inch sizes.

24th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Cambrian – if we don’t have it, it isn’t made

Cambrian Tyres is a family-run business, and as such the company says it appreciates the importance of a friendly, customer-focused approach in supporting its dealer network. And with 220 years combined experience in the motorcycle and tyre industries – an unrivalled figure, says Cambrian – and with everyone from the managing director through all of the sales, purchase and marketing staff being regular riders, Cambrian states its customers can be assured of knowledgeable help and advice on sales and technical matters.

23rd January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

3 in 1: Avon launches new sport tyre range

Avon Tyres says 2012 is looking to be an exciting year, not least due to the launch of its new high-performance sports tyre, the 3D Ultra Sport. This tyre makes its debut at this weekend’s Motorcycle Trade EXPO show in Birmingham and will replace the popular VP2 range. Three distinct versions of the 3D Ultra Sport are being introduced, offering owners of sports motorcycles a choice to suit the sort of machine they have and riding they do. The versions are:

20th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Mileage, grip a focus for latest ContiMilestone

Continental has unveiled a new motorcycle tyre for the custom and cruiser sector, the ContiMilestone 2012 Mileage Plus. This new version of the ContiMilestone is said to offer a new for 2012 compound that, combined with deep tread, delivers even more mileage without compromising levels of grip; silicone technology has been used in the new compound, and Continental says this guarantees good wet grip without reducing mileage. Tread wear is also reduced through the tyre’s breaker construction – the tyre maker states that it ensures even pressure in the contact area.

20th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Motorcycle sales decline in 2011

The latest figures for sales of new motorcycle and scooter show an overall drop of 2.2% in 2011 compared to 2010. Overall the market has moved away from large motorcycles towards smaller motorcycles and scooters, often used for commuting. This trend is reflected with the biggest sales growth of the year coming from the 51-125cc sector.

9th January 2012/by Tyrepress Editors

Stay mobile in winter with expanded Metzler scooter range

Those who ‘soldier on’ throughout winter on two wheels need all the help they can in maintaining grip. Metzeler says its Feelfree Wintec is the first tyre conceived to allow scooter riders to use their two wheelers in every season, especially in the coldest months. The range was first introduced in 2007 for maxi scooters of up to 650cc and the tyre maker has now added a number of new sizes.

20th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

GT version of RoadAttack 2 aimed at sport touring, naked bikes

The popular ContiRoadAttack 2 range has been broadened by the addition of a new GT version, which has been developed for heavier sport-touring machines as well as big naked bikes. With an additional belt in the front and rear tyres, Continental’s RoadAttack 2 GT is said to deliver better durability, increased braking stability and improved consistency of performance throughout the tyre’s life when fitted on bikes such as the BMW R1200RT and Suzuki Bandit 1250.

19th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Metzeler honours the land of the rising sun in 2012 calendar

As parent company Pirelli launched what is, it is probably fair to say, the mother of all pin-up calendars in New York, the firm’s Metzler specialist two wheel tyre brand launched a calendar of its own. The Metzeler Classics calendar, now in its 19th edition, celebrates two-wheeled competitions from the sixties with a series of black & white shots, paying homage to Japan and its motorcycling tradition, marked this year by such terrible adversity with Tsunami, earthquake and nuclear challenges.

8th December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Pirelli offers big performance from “small” Diablo Superbike fitments

Pirelli’s Diablo Superbike range has been expanded with two new sizes. The additions to the line up are a 100/70 R17 front wheel fitment and 125/70 R17 for the real wheel; these sizes are intended for mounting on 2.5” and 3.5” rims respectively and for use on 125cc and 250cc sport bikes.

2nd December 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

New generation Diablo Supercorsa launched

Pirelli has premiered its new Diablo Supercorsa, a tyre it says is “perfect for professional riders and motorcyclists who have a sporty riding style but love the racetrack as well.” The newest member of the Diablo range will initially be produced in 120/70ZR17 front and 200/55ZR17 rear sizes and in both a SC (Special Compound) version, which will be showcased during the 2012 FIM Superstock 1000 Cup, plus a SP (Sport Production) race replica version suitable for daily use on the road.

16th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Wet and dry performance a focus for Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S20

Bridgestone intends to greet the New Year by launching a further addition to its premium Battlax range on January 1, the Battlax Hypersport S20. The sport radial will be released in four front wheel and seven rear wheel sizes and first introduced into the European market, followed by a Japan market launch a month later. Plans are also in place to sell the Battlax Hypersport S20 in the Americas, Asia and Oceania.

7th November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Dunlop’s RoadSmart II to meet touring market’s expanded requirements

Dunlop’s launch of its latest touring tyre, the RoadSmart II, is a move from the manufacturer to meet “tougher expectations” in the two-wheel segment. Developed to succeed its RoadSmart, Dunlop says the new premium tyre uses Jointless Belt and Multi-Tread technologies derived from the brand’s motorsport involvement to deliver class-equalling or class-beating performance in key handling areas, alongside the substantial mileage traditionally required of tyres in the segment. “The sport touring market has seen a lot of changes in recent years,” says Sharon Antonaros, marketing director Dunlop motorcycle tyres EMEA.

2nd November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors

Maxxis joins TyreSafe

Maxxis has become the latest tyre manufacturer to join TyreSafe. As a full TyreSafe member, Maxxis will benefit from early participation and involvement in the group’s campaigns and activities. It will also have access to a wide range of TyreSafe publicity material, both printed and online.

2nd November 2011/by Tyrepress Editors