There is more to a tyre than just moulding rubber to a desired shape...
Let's have a quick chat about the concept and technology behind 'large' motorcycle tyres and what wet weather tyres will be great for you!
As you may know, the best type of tyre is the sticky, 'summer tyres'. They provide the best grip and warm up extremely fast. However, if you are caught in typical English rain, you might struggle with grip... Whether you are a commuter or a seasonal rider, you are bound to face these issues.
This is why an all-year round (also known as 'all-season tyre') tyre is the most effective and safest! They offer several benefits for riders who want a versatile tyre option that can handle a variety of weather and road conditions.
Here are some of the key benefits:
Versatility:
All-year-round tyres are designed to provide good performance in a range of conditions, including dry roads, wet roads, light snow, and moderate temperatures.
Cost-Effective:
Since all-year-round tyres can be used throughout the year, you don't need to purchase separate sets of tyres for different seasons, like summer and winter tyres! Potentially, you could purchase one pair, and it will last you for a year or more! (depending on mileage and usage, of course)
Good Performance:
All-year-round tyres are designed to provide a balance of performance in different weather conditions. They offer adequate traction and handling on wet and dry roads, as well as light snow.
Confidence & Support:
With good, stable tyres comes great confidence and stability. As long as you have a good pair of shoes, you know you can enjoy the ride, whatever the weather!
Longer Lifespan: All-season tyres are typically built to be durable and long-lasting, which can save you money in the long run by reducing the number of times you replace them.
Availability: All-year-round tyres are widely available since they are so popular. They come in a variety of sizes and types, making it easy to find the right tyres for your motorcycle!
Please note that, although all-year-round tyres are suitable for a wide range of conditions, they may not perform as well as specialised tyres in extreme weather situations, such as heavy snow and ice in winter or very high temperatures in summer.
Depending on your local climate and driving needs, you may still want to consider dedicated tyres for extreme conditions.
With that being said.. Let's move on to why this special tyre is known to be the best for wet-weather riding!
Michelin Road 6
What do we look for in a good wet-weather tyre?
Excellent feedback and responsiveness
Brilliant grip due to the ability to disperse water quickly, allowing the rider to feel confident and safe
Fast warm-up times
This is why the Michelin Road 6 is known to be the best selling tyre on the market today!
The Road 6 is the latest version of its predecessor, the Michelin Road 5! Designed in Jan 2022, this tyre comes with a different game.
Here's why:
This tyre features Michelin 2CT+ technology, which means a harder rubber underneath the softer rubber on the shoulders to give better rigidity at lean and more stability when cornering, especially when coming out of a corner strong, providing total performance.
Increased longevity of the tyre by +10%!
Now designed with +15% more grip than the Road 5! Thanks to the brand new tread pattern and 100% Silica Technology tread compounds.
Designed with Michelin Evergrip Technology to ensure consistent water evacuation even when 50% worn!
The diagram above illustrates the extent to which technology and innovation have been utilised in designing the Michelin Road 6!
The key ingredient in Michelin tyres is silica, and it is always being improved...
So what is Silica?
'Silica, obtained from sand, has properties that have long been recognised, including the improved resistance of rubber compounds to tearing.' - Michelin
In 1992, Michelin made significant progress by using an original silica, a special elastomer, and a unique bonding agent in a distinctive mixing process. This approach resulted in tyre compounds offering low rolling resistance, excellent cold-surface grip, and outstanding longevity!
Michelin has constantly evolved to improve the quality of the ingredients, therefore improving their tyres!
Let us know what you think about this blog in the comments below! Or, message us privately if you have any questions about the Michelin Road 6 or any other tyre!
Otherwise, click below to learn more about the Road 6👇
Ride with Confidence!
The KIKI Spares Team
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