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The MichelinClermont-Ferrand tire manufacturer enjoys a reputation for excellence that transcends all types of vehicles: cars, trucks, planes, and of course, motorcycles. In the latter area, the Pilot Road 3 has had a successful career, and his successor, presented by the manufacturer as a step above, was obviously expected with great expectations. Judging by its excellent commercial debut, the tire Pilot Road 4 has not disappointed motorcyclists, and a quick analysis of this product - of a radial type - helps to understand why. First of all, it is a tyre designed to equip the various ranges of road motorcycles, from roadsters to grand touring, sports cars and trail bikes - when these are used exclusively on asphalt. In fact, Michelin Pilot road 4 is available in three different versions, Standard (for roadsters and sportswomen), WG and Trails. And even in the version Pilot Road 4 Scooter. Whether you have a Ducati Monster, a Yamaha FJR or a BMW R 1200 GS, to name just a few representative examples, has the Michelin solution to "fit" your frame in Pilot Road 4.
Technically, the fourth iteration of the "Pilot" saga uses Road a clever Michelin mix of proven solutions and innovative concepts to produce an ultra-versatile tire. This is particularly true of the new xst+ lamella tread pattern technology, which greatly improves wet grip. If the PR3 already excelled in this field, the famous Michelin Man brand seems to have gone even further, and this XST+ technology also makes it possible to obtain "stunning" results when emergency braking is required in the rain and on white strips. In addition, these lamellae are now chamfered in order to extend the life of the tire, and to address one of the only proven weaknesses of PR3, namely its longevity. Let us now turn to the carcass of the newcomer, and in particular in its version Pilot Road 4 WG. Indeed, the latter uses 2AT technology (for Dual Angle Technology) and which aims to offer the best possible compromise between stiffness, performance and comfort. In fact, heavy motorcycles need rigid tires, but this can generate unpleasant upsets in the handlebars and seat when the road is bumpy. Thanks to its 2AT carcass, the PR4 is precisely protected from this problem.
Independent tests conducted on the Michelin PR4 all highlight the expertise of the Auvergne brand, with outstanding performance on both dry and wet surfaces, and both braking and cornering when cornering. In fact, on a winding road course, the Pilot Road 4 is undoubtedly part of the references of its category, providing a reassuring and fun handling. Moreover, maintaining performance over a wide temperature range - from -5°c to 45°c - is a major competitive advantage of the PR4, as not all tires in its segment can boast such a technical feat. In the eyes of experts, journalists and specialised associations, the new Pilot Road 4 recovers the vivacity of the PR2 in the corner focus, while maintaining the serenity and ease of the PR3. In fact, whatever the bike used for testing, the PR4 gives it a "natural" handling, corresponding to the behaviour envisaged by the chassis developers. There is no doubt that, on the circuit, the Pilot Road 4 does not compare for long with a "real" semi-slick sports tyre, but these two products are obviously not directly comparable. And when the PR4 is faced with other "road" tires, it is not uncommon for it to finish on the podium, or even in first place. It owes this on the one hand to its manoeuvrability, which is particularly sensitive on a heavy bike, and on the other hand to its stability, which is very useful for channelling the "fiery" side of a small powerful roadster under the rain, for example.
The vast majority of motorcyclists using PR4 on a daily basis consider it to be a question of one of the best road tires currently available on the market, and they therefore recommend it without hesitation. Drivers who like to get wet, addicted to the track in search of a "pure and hard" sports tire may well move on, but the new Pilot undoubtedly Road deserves the attention of everyone else. Thus, while PR3 was praised for its tread efficiency but frequently criticized for its durability, pR4 is much more durable, while maintaining a high level of performance for more kilometres. By spacing tire replacement needs in this way, the economic equation of the Pilot Road 4 is all the better for it. In addition, thanks to its ability to remain safe and efficient when the outside temperature drops below 7°C - unlike many competitors' rubber, which loses grip - the PR4 allows any rider to enjoy his machine for longer. Finally, if you browse the Web looking for feedback on the new Pilot, you will undoubtedly Roadfind that users highly appreciate the handling and braking distances that this tire is capable of in the rain. For some rival tire brands (Bridgestone, Pirelli,, Dunlop,, Metzeler), this level of safety implies a dramatic restriction of the fun felt on the handlebars on dry ground, or vice versa. MichelinThanks to a patented structure and a specific profile, the company has managed to find the right balance between these two initially contradictory constraints.
Several factors vary the price of a tire, starting with its size, of course, but also its speed index, because these are technical characteristics that involve different costs in the production lines. Beyond this first obstacle to the communication of a valid price for any tyre, it should be pointed out that significant price differences may result from differences in the pricing policies of each seller. To give you at least an idea of the budget to plan for your purchase, if you intend to "put on" your bike in PR4, we can inform you of the price ranges applying to the different sizes available, but you will find all prices of the Pilot Road 4 in our comparison above, classified by dimensions... In the case of the Pilot Road 4Only one rim size - 17 inches - is taken into account, but in 7 variants, from 120/60 R17 55W to 190/55 R17 75W. In detail, here are the average prices observed:
Now, what about these rates? They are first of all in the high average of the motorcycle road tyre segment, but Michelin is a "premium" equipment manufacturer, and the PR4's performance is worthy of the brand's best productions in the Michelin Man. In this context, the price/performance ratio is quite interesting.
The fact that the manufacturer's price for its PR4 is reasonable, given the level of services provided, should not discourage you from comparing prices in order to obtain the most advantageous feed-in tariff possible, quite the contrary. In addition, while there is no doubt that compared to a garage or other specialised physical point of sale, online tyres offer attractive discounts, the offer is so overwhelming that it loses its readability. It is this paradoxical observation that motivated the launch of our tire comparator Tiregom.co.ukand we are proud to say that, thanks to its simple and relevant search engine, our customers achieve an average savings of 39%. Let's take, if you don't mind, an example to convince ourselves of this: a New PR4, in 120/60 R17, sees its prices vary between 84 and 160€, i.e. nearly 50% of potential discount, and this is not an isolated case. Compare prices on our website to limit the weight of your motorcycle's tires in your overall budget, and simply enter the size of the tires you are looking for to see the results, at the prices clearly displayed. Otherwise, select your wheel size above and you will access the best tire sites with the lowest prices on the web.
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