The tread pattern has had a minor revamp to improve rigidity and improve precision in bends, but the big changes are under the tread. A radial carcass structure gives a great feeling of confidence.
The front tyre has a contemporary construction making the bike easier to handle which is important in the cut and thrust of urban riding. Dunlop has focused on ensuring the new tyre provides the feedback needed at urban speeds.
The rear tyre features Dunlop’s JLB (Jointless belt) construction. This eliminates the belt overlaps resulting in smoother handling and a more stable contact patch with the road. This technology is derived from Dunlop’s latest hypersport tyres, which is appropriate as many of the latest retro sports bikes have the same engines and suspension as their modern-styled equivalents and demand tyre performance to match.
The compound brings modern performance to the retro look of the tread pattern. It features silica which increases compliance at lower temperatures by allowing the compound to key into the road surface, boosting grip and rider confidence. This silica, combined with a contemporary Dunlop polymer, also helps to enhance durability.
Luca Davide Andreoni, Marketing Manager, Dunlop Motorcycle Europe, said: “We’ve wrapped some of Dunlop’s latest innovations in one of our most iconic tread patterns. Whether riders own a classic bike that’s been tuned to give a modern level of performance or a new retro-themed sports bike, the Dunlop TT 100 GP Radial gives them an authentic look with contemporary technology.”
The Dunlop TT100 GP range now comprises two front and four rear sizes. This portfolio caters for over 60 different motorcycle models from 16 different manufacturers.
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