Michelin brings Scorcher tyre range for Harley-Davidson in India
Michelin, a tyre technology leader, has made available the cobranded Harley-Davidson range of Michelin Scorcher tyres in the Indian replacement market through its authorised dealer network. Michelin Scorcher 11 and the Michelin Scorcher 31 are fitted as original equipment on Harley-Davidson Sportster, Dyna, V-Rod and HarleyDavidson Street motorcycles.
This is part of the Michelin and Harley-Davidson global agreement allowing these tyres to be sold through authorised Michelin and Harley-Davidson dealers. Michelin and Harley Davidson have been global partners since 2008. Pradeep G Thampy, Commercial Director, Two-Wheels for Michelin AfricaIndia-Middle East said, “We are very pleased to bring the Michelin Scorchers, specially designed and engineered for passionate Harley-Davidson riders in India. We always strive to bring the best tyre technology products for the Indian consumer and are happy to make Michelin Scorchers available to a wide network of Michelin dealerships across the Indian replacement market. With the inclusion of these tyres, our motorcycle tyre portfolio covers the widest possible range of leisure motorcycles in India.”
Michelin Scorcher 31 tyre range was recently type-approved as accessory fitment for the
HarleyDavidson Touring range and is fitted as original equipment on nearly all Harley-Davidson Sportster and Dyna models. The Michelin Scorcher 31 showcases 3 key attributes: Grip, resistance to wear and manoeuvrability.
Its exclusive tread pattern was designed to improve road holding and facilitate the clearance of water.
Its compound – which incorporates Michelin’s latest generation synthetic polymers – generates excellent grip, particularly on damp surfaces. In the bigger sizes, the use of aramid fibres guarantees robustness without increasing weight. The ingredients used for the compound and the specific manufacturing process for this tyre combine to make it strong and durable, while offering agile handling and remarkable stability, even at high speed. These tyres come with the special Amplified Density Technology (ADT) which has a rigid, high density carcass for enhanced agility and feedback, plus effective protection against punctures.
Michelin Scorcher 11 is the first radial tyre intended for the Harley-Davidson Sportster SuperLow, XR 1200, V-Rod Muscle and Night Rod Special models. The tyre was inspired by the firm’s Hypersport ranges. Its semi-slick tread maximises the contact patch with the ground, and aramid tread plies reduce weight while resisting centrifugal growth. Its profile ensures responsive performance and stability at high speed. Its compound features Michelin SRT (Silica Rain Technology) which delivers optimum grip on damp or wet roads, as well as longer life.