Description
Michelin StarCross 5 Soft Terrain Tires
The Michelin StarCross 5 tires were designed based on feedback from riders of all levels, from amateurs to world champions, often riding in extreme conditions, who shared their experiences in the field with Michelin Motorsports and Michelin’s world-class research and development team. The Michelin StarCross 5 range breaks new ground for Michelin in the world of Off-Road/Motocross tires. Compared to its predecessors (Michelin StarCross 3/4), the Michelin StarCross 5 line is based on a casing design that delivers several significant performance improvements.
Features
- Optimized Front Tread Patterns:
- The central blocks of each front tire are designed specifically to enhance braking performance and cornering traction.
- The tread void on both the front and rear tires is adapted to the type of ground: the more the terrain is soft, the more the tread void is increased.
- For harder terrain, the contact patch on top of tread blocks is maximized to help maintain an equivalent contact patch whatever the lean angle.
- Self-Cleaning Tread:
- Design: Revolutionary fine horizontal tread lines help release soil.
- Result: Enhanced traction and reduced soil carry.
- Tread Block Architecture:
- Design: Aggressive, variable height tread blocks.
- Result: Increased grip on the front and rear tires straight-up or at full lean angle.
- Tire Casing (StarCross 5 vs. StarCross 3/4):
- 15% lighter (based on 100/90-19 StarCross 5 Sand; average is 10% reduction versus StarCross 3/4) without compromising strength or durability.
- Weight Savings Benefits:
- Reduction in unsprung mass on both front and rear tires for better wheel control.
- Reduction in rotational inertia improves acceleration and braking.
- Michelin Comfort Casing Technology (CCT):
- Switch from three (3) nylon to two (2) polyester plies.
- Significant optimization in tire construction which reduces tire rebound and augments motorcycle suspension to help reduce rider fatigue.
- Straight-up or at full lean, the new casing construction provides complete confidence without reducing lateral rigidity.
- Optimal Performance - Whatever The Terrain:
- The combination of Michelin's new tread patterns and new tire casing design offers maximum grip for braking, cornering traction and acceleration.
- The new Michelin StarCross 5 was designed from the ground up to establish Michelin as a technological leader in the off-road / motocross segment - tread patterns, casing design / weight savings, and an extensive size offering.
WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including arsenic, which is known to the State of California to cause cancer. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
