Michelin Road 6: the new tire highlighted at the Motor Bike Expo 2022

At the 2022 edition of Motor Bike Expo, Scheduled 13 al 16st January, Michelin is present in Hall 4 at Stand 20N and the interesting news is the new tyre road 6.
The main examples of tires for motorbikes and scooters are expected to be on display, together with a surprise for owners of Custom motorbikes who came to the stand, as reported on the occasion.

The news

The tire proposal Michelin Road 6 for naked bikes, road maxi enduros, sport touring and GT bikes, it is designed to promote wet grip, comfort, durability and practicality.
Together with the standard Michelin Road 6 tires which also includes examples for road maxi enduros, a typology stands out Michelin Road 6GT, a tire defined for grand touring motorcycles.
Appearance is also a major factor with the adoption of the Michelin Premium Touch Design in the development of the hips. A technology that generates a contrast, with the absorption of light through a micro-geometry on the sides of the product, obtaining a magnetic and elegant appearance.
Considering the technologies developed by the engineers of the Michelin Research and Development centres, as reported on the basis of tests, the new Michelin Road 6 offers better wet grip than Present in several = 15% and an increase in the duration of the Present in several = 10% compared to the predecessor Michelin Road 5. Performance linked to a new tread design, optimized architecture and advances in raw materials, as specified.

Regarding the tread design, an optimized ratio of solids and voids equal to is highlighted Present in several = 14%, providing high levels of grip in wet and dry conditions. A relationship that does not change on the curve to have constant sensitivity. Emphasize new grooves and inclinations of the sipes, with elongated ends always keeping grip in mind even on wet surfaces. Furthermore, a technology is highlighted Michelin Water EverGrip patented slat design, defined by Michelin to support the rider in wet conditions. A sipe design that tends to change, opening up as the tire wears progressively, according to the information.
Moving on to architecture, one is mentioned Michelin Radial with 90 degree top plies that allow for an extended footprint on the ground, accentuating the levels of grip in straight lines and also when cornering. The design of the sidewalls of the new generation of Radial
La Michelin Aramid Shield technologyFurthermore, it offers a high-density, more rigid carcass, which supports handling and sensitivity. The aramid canvas is robust against speed-related centrifugal forces for stability, while also keeping in mind a low weight.
Finally, speaking of the materials, we highlight a 100% silica compound associated with the technology Michelin Silica for consistent grip at low temperatures and on damp and wet roads.
So the indication Michelin 2CT+ (2 Compound Technology) front and rear underlines that the various components of the tread are optimized for different performance qualities. The lower layer with the harder tread rubber compound preserves rigidity during the cornering phases, while the softer upper layer in contact with the road is functional for grip and high mileage in different conditions.

Proposal

On the market since the first January 2022, the new Michelin Road 6 tire overview includes six front and eight rear sizes, as well as the Michelin Road 6 GT tire range in one front and three rear sizes. A range for different types of motorbikes, ranging from compact naked bikes, through sports bikes and maxi enduro road bikes, up to powerful GT motorbikes.

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