Scooter Tyres

BRIDGESTONE

BT39SS,By securing a large contact area, the aggressive BT-39SS pattern is designed to maximise the tyres' magnetic grip. The arrow slant grooves on the front and rear tyres offer (1) improved tread life, (2) water dispelling effects, and (3) grip durability. The straight groove on the front tyre offers good stability in straightway and also reduces shimmy vibration. The open grooves (the tread edge grooves) of the BT-39SS front tyre reduces chattering.

TW3,  Experience the heavy-duty adventure City and off-road riders Enjoy riding freely on both streets and dirt, with Trail Wing's overall performance of pattern, blocks and compound.

ML50, With its comprehensive size range (10 to 13 inch), the ML50 is Bridgestone's core scooter line for quality-conscious end users. The ML50 provides fine dry grip, excellent wet performance, riding comfort and long life, which has made it one of the most popular replacement scooter tyres.

Scooter Hoop B01,B02,B03, This high quality replacement tyre is very affordable.The Hoop H01 is the all round street use scooter tyre intended for young sporty city riders who enjoy everyday use.Designed for today's more powerful high performance scooters, the Hoop H02/H03 series provides excellent dry grip and handling.They are Original Equipment on the Honda Reflex and Silver Wing.

CONTINENTAL

Navigator, The Navigator is Conti's new all season scooter tyre featuring dynamic grip enhancing tread pattern combined with frost defying warm up, The Navigator gives unparalleled all season performance.

 Twist, The ContiTwist and ContiTwist Sport give the scooter rider the edge on sheer road peperformance. Super quick warm up and grip enhancing design provide optimum levels of handling and confidence. Using the blueprint of the ContiTwist, the ContiTwist Sport emphasises the grip and performance to deliver the most exhilarating sport scooter handling.

Twist Race,  Brand new racing tyre specially developed for scooters. Very good grip even under hardest racing conditions. Carcass as well specially developed for racing conditions. Slick profile to get reduced abrasion and maximum grip.

Zippy 1,  Contis Zippy 1 provides probably the best all round scooter tyre for the rider who needs to feel confident about grip in any condition, under any riding circumstance. The Zippy 1 features a deep tread pattern to ensure maximum service life and confidence inspiring grip.

Zippy 2, Conti's Zippy 2 is aimed at the multi-terrain scooter rider. The Zippy 2 offers surefooted handling and traction, delivered consistently over changeable surfaces and poor road conditions even under extreme weather conditions.

DUNLOP

D306,TT92 GP,GT301,  D 306 Sporty tyre for traditional-looking scooters. State-of-the-art tread pattern for excellent grip. TT92 GP Replaces hugely popular TT91 GP and has even more grip! Tread pattern - developed from all-conquering Sportmax GP motorcycle race tyre - optimises pattern stiffness for instant handling response. Semi-slick tread is designed for maximum dry weather grip on circuits or roads. GT 301 Harley-Davidson® GT 301 Scooter tyres Front or Rear 130/70 -10 62J TL.

K825, Sport Touring tyre with directional tread combines durability with smooth handling.

Run Scooter 207RS,  The tread pattern design, derived from the award winning Sportmax D207 motorcycle tyre, gives superior water evacuation and provides optimum tread stiffness for good handling response at all lean angles. Directional grooves help to reduce wear rate allowing the use of softer compounds for superior grip in both wet and dry conditions. Increased tread depth gives extended tyre life and improved water clearance. Single radius profiles deliver improved handling with precise steering. The new profiles also enable Casing Tension to be optimised for enhanced comfort and improved high speed stability. New generation tread compounds use hi-tech materials to improve grip in cold and wet conditions.

D451,D451F,  Central grooves provide good handling and stability as well as excellent wet road performance. Low section profile and optimum-stiffness carcass ensure good stability when cornering, even when the scooter is fully loaded. Deep, pronounced tread grooves promote effective water evacuation. Grip and stability on any road make the D451 the choice for big-wheel scooters. Chosen by Honda as original equipment on their SH 125.

GPR 100,GPR100F, (AN650 Burgman)(TMax) - The GPR-100 offers superior handling, even under heavy loads, and excellent stability at high speeds. High land/sea ratio tread pattern and new compounds offer superior grip and good mileage. The optimised contact patch and pattern stiffness achieved through Dunlop's tyre rolling simulation gives very progressive handling. The front tyre's weaving centre groove ensures good water draining and superb feedback from the road. The rear tyre's groove design shifts water effectively leading to even safer handling in the wet. Single crown radius on front tyre contributes to neutral, progressive steering characteristics. Rear tyre's JLB construction delivers high-speed stability and smooth riding comfort.

 Scootline SX01,SX01F,  -  Front tyre's tread design clears water effectively for secure riding in the rain. Tread pattern design also optimises tread stiffness and along with new profiles gives neutral handling characteristics and even tread wear. Specially developed compounds ensure wet road grip and exceptional mileage. Casing design delivers good stability in straight lines and curves, even when carrying a passenger.

Trailmax, - Rugged on/off-road tyre, Self-cleaning tread blocks obtain traction even on loose terrain. True all-season tyre for on and off-road use.

METZELER

ME 7 TEEN,  Low section scooter tyre developed for daily commuting in the urban jungle . Very good grip and easy handling for high riding performance especially in urban areas.  . All season compound developed for effective water drainage and great performance in all weather conditions.

MICHELIN

SM100,  An entry-level tyre, the Michelin SM100 is focused on long tread life.Ideally suited to difficult conditions, the SM100 evacuates water very effectively thanks to its deep, pronounced tread grooves.

VM100S, Grip and stability on any road make the VM100 the reference standard for big-wheel scooter tyres. Deep, pronounced tread grooves promote effective water evacuation.

PILOT CITY, - Intended for everyday scooter users, the Michelin Pilot City is both practical and reassuring. It's readily adaptable to virtually all road surfaces and conditions. Whether you're riding on wet cobblestones or dry asphalt, the Pilot City's level of grip remains constant. Add to that a remarkably comfortable ride with excellent tread life, and you'll enjoy the best of all possible worlds.

BOPPER, - The advanced design of the Michelin Bopper delivers amazing performance. With impressive grip even at full lean, the Bopper inspires confidence thanks to its excellent feedback and control. The directional, semi-slick tread pattern ensures maximum stability during acceleration and cornering. Maneuverable and lively, the Bopper is a favorite among 'freestyle' riders.

 PILOT SPORT,SCOOTER - An adaptation of the highly regarded Pilot Sport tyre found on many new sport motorcycles, the Michelin Pilot Sport SC is designed for large-displacement scooters. Its 100% silica rubber mix, developed from MotoGP racing technology, delivers excellent grip. The tyre's profile promotes aggressive cornering and offers excellent handling on any type of road.

GOLD STANDARD, - SCOOTER -  Developed for large-displacement (125 to 500cc) ’ultra’ scooters. Excellent balance of grip and durability.Unequaled comfort.In light of the increasing popularity of very large-displacement scooters, featuring more power, greater comfort and also greater weight, Michelin has introduced the first scooter tyre directly evolved from a motorcycle tyre. Its distinct front and rear tread patterns perform in concert, maximizing power delivery and evacuating water effectively. Progressive wear patterns help the Gold Standard attain impressive durability.

S1, - SCOOTER - The Michelin S1 emphasizes performance and cutting-edge style. While its large tread blocks promise good wear resistance, the directional design combines durability and handling.

S83, - SCOOTER - Designed for classic scooters, the Michelin S83 combines retro looks with modern performance. Available in traditional wheel sizes (8 or 10 inches), it offers excellent durability at a very economical price.

PIRELLI

SL36,SL38, - Tread pattern identical to the PIRELLI MTR 01/ MTR 02 high-performance motorcycle-tyre. Excellent compound for high levels of grip in both wet and dry conditions. Single radius line for the tyres contour to assure handling performance and steering precision. A tread depth of 5.2 mm improves long term usage.

SL60,SL90, - SL 60 Classic designed tread pattern with low section profile and stiff carcass, to ensure superb stability when cornering, even when the scooter is fully loaded. Outstanding stability and handling characteristics. Large tread blocks for wet performance, even wear and mileage. SL 90Reinforced carcass made of "high-modulo" nylon guarantees a high level of durability and puncture resistance.
Reliable and economic even under rough use 0° steel belted to give high-speed stability and less tendency to 'stand-up' whilst braking.

SC30,SL26, -  SL 26 Big grooves and blocks in the tread pattern give good wet performances and assure riding comfort, high mileage and even wear.
Available in most popular sizes. "All year use" compound. SC 30 Central grooves for good feedback and excellent wet performance. Classic designed tread pattern with low section profile and stiff carcass, to ensure good stability when cornering, even when the scooter is fully loaded.

EVO21,EVO22, -  SCOOTER -   Polygonal central front groove for enhanced water drainage and continuous feedback.
Motorcycle tyre derived construction gives high stability and excellent handling.
New EVO scooter compounding for unlimited riding fun in all conditions.
New materials offer less tyre weight and a stiffer carcass, reducing wear by optimising the contact area.

ST66, -  SCOOTER - 
Big central grooves in the front tyre ensure easy handling and excellent wet weather performance.
Big blocks in the central part of the rear tread pattern, with an increased tread depth (up to 6.5 mm) assure riding comfort, high mileage and even wear.
Perfect wet weather performance due to continuous grooves from the crown to the shoulder of the rear tyre.

GTS23,GTS24, - SCOOTER - Optimized wet performance, increased contact area between ground and tyre and special contour derived from motorcycle sport-touring tyre to provide high-speed stability, outstanding cornering behaviour and excellent handling. Higher mileage, even wear, excellent riding comfort and rolling noise reduction thanks to the new compound and tread pattern design.
Two sizes with 0° steel radial technology to improve the high-speed stability, handling and steering precision.
he first choice of many maxi-scooter manufacturers.

DIABLO SCOOTER, Impressive handling and response thanks to the enhanced profile.
Mileage and regular wear thanks to the Diablo like pattern design.
Exceptional wet and dry grip thanks to the moto derived compound.

We at motopsychos.co.uk hope you find this list of Scooter tyre and tread patterns helpful for you to decide which Scooter tyre suit your for your use application.

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Stephen Bonnici