Datamonitor: Michelin and Harley-Davidson develop new motorcycle tire
Michelin and Harley-Davidson have developed the all-new Michelin Scorcher 31 motorcycle tire, which will be available exclusively as original equipment on four 2010 Harley-Davidson Dyna models.
The all-new tire carries both companies’ trademarks on its sidewalls and the signature Harley-Davidson logo carved into the shoulder.
According to Michelin, the Michelin Scorcher 31 tire’s deep-cut tread design improves grip and water evacuation capability.
The grip performance, particularly on wet pavement, is reprotedly enhanced by the tire’s rubber compounds, which use the latest generation of Michelin synthetic polymers.
As well as being offered as original equipment on 2010 Harley-Davidson Dyna Super Glide, Super Glide Custom, Street Bob and Low Rider models, the Michelin Scorcher 31 tire can also be fitted on a variety of 2006-2009 Dyna models.
Gary Midkiff, vice president of Michelin North America’s two wheel division, said: "Michelin has specifically engineered this innovative and durable tire to meet the high expectations of Harley-Davidson owners. Michelin is excited to build upon our successful relationship with Harley-Davidson as we launch this historic first original equipment fitment."