Michelin Launches New Superbike Tyres in India

One of the world’s most popular tyre makers, Michelin launched Pilot Road 4 and Pilot Power 3 tyre range for superbikes in India today. These tyres are designed to be used for the superbikes having an engine capacity of 600cc or more. The tyre ranges will improve the performance of bikes and will be available for both track and road usage. The tyres can be used for already running motorcycles including brands like Kawasaki, Ducati, Aprilia, Benelli, Yamaha, Hyosung, Honda, etc. These tyres will be sold at Michelin premium dealerships across the country. Pilot Road 4 is specially designed for wet weather braking whereas, Pilot Power 3 is designed for roadsters and sports bikes.

Speaking at the launch, Mr. Pradeep G Thampy, Commercial Director, Two Wheels, Michelin Asia, Africa and Middle East, said, “Michelin is delighted to bring Pilot Road 4 and Pilot Power 3 to the discerning Indian consumer. Industry analysts predict the Indian superbike market of 500cc and above, which has been growing at has been growing 40-50%, year on year, to more than double in the next five years. This makes it an exciting time for the performance motorcycle market in India. Today; our motorcycle tyre portfolio covers the widest possible range of motorcycles in India, high-performance or the daily commute segment. We are committed to India and will continue to excite the Indian consumer with our advanced portfolio of products.”

Apollo Tyres is also looking forward to enter the two- wheeler segment in the country. This will help Apollo to further increase its reach. The company management said, “We are now exploring options in the two-wheeler segment actively. The company doesn’t have a specific timeline to the launch of two-wheeler tyres, but it should be towards the end of this fiscal year or latest by beginning of next fiscal year.”

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