METZELER , the two-wheel focused brand strengthens the range dedicated to the on / off segment with the introduction of brand new products , to offer adventure enthusiasts a bespoke tyre for any need . The new TOURANCE Next 2 , fourth generation of the TOURANCE family , and KAROO 4 tyres represent the main news by METZELER for the on / off segment , both specifically developed for the latest generation of adventure and maxi enduro bikes .
TOURANCE Next 2 guarantees a new level of performance in the adventure segment and it was developed for riders riding their motorcycles both for long journeys and out-of-town excursions , alone or with a passenger , who are looking for top performance combined with riding comfort and durability . The main benefits of TOURANCE Next 2 are : Accurate control at any lean angle , leading to an agile and neutral behaviour of the motorcycle thanks to the radial structure with zero degrees steel belt and INTERACT technology ;
Top response in wet and braking conditions . The innovative formulation of the compounds with liquid polymers and their arrangement , which uses METZELER HYPERBASE technology , make TOURANCE Next 2 the new reference tyre in terms of braking and wet performance , guaranteeing braking distances 1.5m shorter than its predecessor TOURANCE Next [ 1 ];
Immediate and lasting performance . The evolution of the legendary TOURANCE Next has been enhanced by new compounds and the METZELER DYMATEC technology applied to the tread pattern . This involves a particular design methodology to preserve the functional geometries of the grooves and consequently the tyre performance over time ;
Comfort and safety even when fully loaded . The combination of tread pattern , structures and adaptive compounds make the motorcycle extremely comfortable and manageable , regardless of the presence of a passenger or luggage .
TOURANCE Next 2 features tread pattern traits of the pi - π - which in addition to being distinctive of the METZELER brand , also has a specific functional reason .
The longitudinal grooves in the central part of the tread , which make up the upper part of the pi , are interrupted by other grooves in order to ensure greater stability of the compound and consequently a uniform wear . Likewise , these grooves improve lateral thrust for high-end off-road performance .
The patented DYMATEC technology has been applied to the tread pattern , which involves a design methodology specifically designed to preserve the functional geometries of the compound blocks and consequently tyre performance over time . Thanks to DYMATEC , Dynamic Mould Angle Technology , the position of the groove along the tread width , and consequently the different lean angle in which it is involved , determines the specific angle of its the walls , in order to better manage the dynamic stresses typical of on / off riding and ensure maximum wear uniformity .
Another important feature of the front tyre is the irregular repetition of the tread pattern ( Multi-Pitch Knob Layout ), a technology that places blocks of compound of different sizes in contact with the asphalt , to ensure smooth rolling and a high acoustic comfort level .
On the front , METZELER introduces an innovative high-silica compound ( 85 %) containing functionalized polymers ( SBR ) which enhance its wet grip characteristics and stability , allowing a reduction of the braking distance by more than 10 %[ 2 ] and full stability under different load conditions .
As for the TOURANCE Next 2 rear sizes , the central strip replicates the same compound as the front , while the shoulder areas are full-silica and formulated for wet performance and grip while leaning . Some sizes feature the arrangement of the tread compounds according to the Cap & Base scheme , while others use the patented Hyperbase formula .
According to the Cap & Base scheme , the shoulder areas in soft compound , which ensure grip when cornering , are layered on a harder compound base that ensures consistency in performance and thermal balance .
With the Hyperbase scheme , both shoulder areas and the central compound strip are supported by a base formulated with a specific full-carbon-black compound , oriented towards dynamic and thermal stability .
The new TOURANCE Next 2 will progressively be available starting from January 2022 .
Successor of the award-winning KAROO 3 , KAROO 4 represents the latest generation of the METZELER product family designed for on / off use , a tyre intended for the equipment of adventure and maxi enduro motorcycles that allows motorcyclists to go beyond the boundaries of adventouring .
KAROO 4 features a revolutionary patented tread pattern , which raises the tyre ' s all-round performance levels on both asphalt and on different types of off-road surfaces . As for the road sector , the engineers of the blue elephant brand have worked to improve in particular the overall handling and the behaviour in the wet , developing a tread pattern that allows you to safely face certain lean angles even on wet asphalt . In the off-road field , KAROO 4 increases the off-road performance level , especially on soft surfaces , such as sand , mud and clay .
KAROO 4 will progressively be available starting from March 2022 .
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