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PRODUCT UPDATE Stops Faster Lasts Longer Grips More Extra Stability Stops faster Thanks to new XST+, new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tyres stop faster in the wet than any other tyres in the category. But don’t just take our word for it. Independent tests prove it. The new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tyre stops 17% faster than its closest competitor on wet pavement, and 24% faster on a wet slippery surface. All of which means, riding in the rain should feel safer and more secure, and a lot less stressful Grips the road in all conditions All-new silica-charged rubber compounds were developed for the new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tyres. These compounds are specially formulated to provide excellent grip from -5ºC on dry roads to 45ºC (23ºF to 113ºF) on a wide range of road surfaces, including painted lines and crosswalks, making it easier than ever for you to ride with condence in virtually all conditions. Lasts longer Thanks to 2CT technology, new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tyres last up 20% longer than the MICHELIN Pilot Road 3 tyres. Over the long run, that adds up to fewer tyre changes and a lower total cost of ownership. 2AT provides extra stability for heavier loads Whether you are riding your GT-class bike solo, 2-up or with luggage, you’ll appreciate the added stability provided by Michelin’s new 2AT technology. With 2AT technology, your heavy touring bike will feel stable and secure in both straight line and cornering situations. 2CT compounds The new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tyres feature 2CT, dual compound technology with 100% silica compounds for the optimum balance between wet grip and longevity. The harder centre compounds are designed to help promote a long tyre life while the softer shoulder compounds provide extra grip when cornering. STANDARD AND GT VERSIONS FRONT 1 2 3 40% 20% 30% FRONT 2 1 20% REAR 60% 1 2 30% 40% TRAIL VERSION 1 1 20% 20% Rubber Compound Hardness New 2AT, Dual Angle Technology for GT-class touring bikes Michelin’s patented new 2AT Dual Angle Technology is a revolutionary design architecture for motorcycle tyres that delivers the stiffness you need for heavier touring bikes, and the comfort you desire for the long ride. 2AT uniquely combines elements of both bias and radial tyre designs during the manufacturing process in order to deliver the best of both worlds: the extra load carrying capacity of bias and the riding pleasure of a radial. 2 + 40% REAR 2 60% BIAS 1 20% SOFT Provides wear resistance in the center of the tread and grip on the shoulders RADIAL 2AT Plies applied at different angles are transformed during manufacturing, resulting in high strength for heavy loads and fl exibility for comfort. MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 Front Sizes 120/60 ZR17 120/70 ZR17 Rear Sizes 150/70 ZR17 160/60 ZR17 180/55 ZR17 190/50 ZR17 190/55 ZR17 MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 GT Front Sizes 120/70 ZR17 120/70 ZR18 Rear Sizes 170/60 ZR17 180/55 ZR17 190/50 ZR17 190/55 ZR17 MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 TRAIL Front Sizes 110/80 R19 59V 120/70 R19 60V Rear Sizes 150/70 R17 69V 170/60 R17 72V CHAMFERS Cross sipes on the front tyre cut through the water’s fi lm for outstanding wet weather braking Longitudinal sipe and solid strip around the middle of the rear tyre enhance traction to help you quickly get up to speed Next generation XST+ and tread designs The patented sipes and integrated reservoirs of Michelin’s XST X-Sipe technology deliver exceptional grip on wet roads. For the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 front tyre, Michelin developed XST+ that includes cross sipes to help improve wet weather braking, and adds chamfers to the sipes to help prevent abnormal wear under extreme conditions. New tread patterns were also developed for both front and rear to optimize wet and dry grip at all lean angles, and to promote uniform wear.