For 2020, Metzeler is offering no less than four new tires including this Sportec M9 RR which has the heavy responsibility of succeeding the Sportec M7 RR. A version announced as capable of going even further in performance... in all areas combined.
Dear to the German, the name Sportec designates its road sports range therefore mixing by definition safety, performance and versatility. RR, or Road Racing for short, comes directly from road races including the legendary Tourist Trophy.
« One of the best-known innovations in motorcycling technology since the introduction of the Sportec M7 RR has been the development of electronic rider assistance technology, supported by sophisticated sensors providing greater safety for riders, regardless of the type of vehicle.
In this context, tires play a fundamental role by allowing the electronics to interpret the reactions of the vehicle and calibrate it in order to offer the best ride and optimal performance. The main challenge for the Metzeler R&D center was to adapt the sporty performance of the Sportec M9 RR to a wide range of motorcycles in order to enable the electronic driver assistance systems to function properly. » underlines the elephant brand.
The range of action of this new product is rather broad, with winding roads and urban jungle on the program, in all climatic conditions. Drivers of very mean roadsters and other super sports should therefore find what they are looking for here even if they put their wheels on the track. The full Sportec M9 RR range includes 3 front tire sizes and 9 rear tire sizes.
