TUBELESS READY & TUBETYPE TYRES
TUBELESS READY TYRES
compatible rim is used(1). The maximum recommended pressure must not be exceeded. Sealant must be added(2). Tyre
pressure must be checked before every ride.
(2) Check sealant manufacturer recommendations.
TUBETYPE TYRES
MICHELIN tubetype tyres fit onto hooked metal or carbon rims with an inner tube.
A TYRE CONSISTS OF A CASING, RUBBER, BEADS AND TREAD
RUBBER COMPOUND
Rubber characteristics produce different tyre performances. Rubber technology can improve tyre grip, efficiency and
longevity.
COMPOUND TECHNOLOGIES
The MICHELIN Gum-X compound delivers strong rolling efficiency while delivering a good level of grip. For each product, a different MICHELIN Gum-X version delivers the tyre performance required.
The MICHELIN Magi-X compound offers the highest level of grip within the Michelin treads for extreme use. For each product, a different MICHELIN Magi-X version delivers the tyre performance required. This compound was developed from technology used in MotoGP™.
CASING
Each of our ranges are developed with a specific casing according to the practice (Downhill, Enduro, All Mountain and
Cross-country) and the level of range (Racing Line, Competition Line or Performance Line). The graph below shows the
compromise between robustness and lightness on all our MTB ranges.
TPI (Threads Per Inch) refers to the density of threads per inch.
Discipline: All Mountain
3x33 TPI or 3x60 TPI casing, particularly suitable for the Enduro discipline.
Ranges: MICHELIN All Mountain Competition Line
Discipline: All Mountain/Trail
4x60 TPI casing, with a reinforced ply bead to bead to provide maximum robustness
Ranges: MICHELIN Force AM Performance Line
Discipline: XC
MICHELIN Cross Shield2 casing features 4x150 TPI and high density fibre for bead to bead protection.
Range: MICHELIN Jet XC² Racing Line, MICHELIN Force XC² Racing Line and MICHELIN WILD XC Line
TREAD PATTERNS & CASINGS
On mixed and muddy terrain, Enduro or DH riders often need to cut their blocks to improve grip and steering precision.
MICHELIN designed and patented a new generation of tread pattern which makes the cutable blocks consistent and fast.
(MICHELIN DH Mud and MICHELIN Mud Enduro tread patterns).
PINCH PROTECTION
Extra reinforcement above the bead to absorb energy on pinch impacts.
Reinforcement of the structure which allows the tyre to roll at low pressure with a high level of lateral stability. Increases the resistance of the bead zone on pinch impacts.
OTHER TECHNOLOGIES
Tyres with the E-Bike Ready label can be fitted on electric bikes (20 mph /25km/h).
The grip and longevity of the tyres have been tested.
All MICHELIN MTB foldable bead tyres and all MICHELIN DH tyres can be mounted tubeless ready if you:
use a tubeless UST or tubeless ready compatible rim
do not exceed the maximum pressure indicated on tyre sidewalls
add sealant
check tyre pressure before each ride