Mitas now offers larger sizes of the track-focused, street-legal Sport Force+ RS tires to fit on a wider range of sport bikes.
The tires were tested with the support of Randy Krummenacher and are constructed with a Racing Soft (RS) compound for grip at extreme lean angles and stability in high-speed straightaways. The additional sizes of 120/70ZR17, 180/55ZR17 and 190/55ZR17 expand the range to a total of six sizes (two fronts and four rears).
Here is what Mitas says about the tires in a press release:
For the serious rider looking to test their limits on the track.
Sport Force+ RS features a specially developed Racing Soft (RS) compound for exceptional grip at extreme lean angles and superb straight-line stability at high speeds. Enjoy total control over the motorcycle with amazing feedback and feel thanks to the special construction of Sport Force+ RS.
Sport Force+RS was tested with the support of Randy Krummenacher and delivers comparable lap times to best-in-class competitors.
VIDEO | Mitas Sport Force+ RS ǀ Track day with Randy Krummenacher
Mitas Sport Force+ RS
For best results we recommend using tire warmers for at least 50 minutes at 80°C and to follow our hot and cold-pressure guidelines until you find the best pressure combination for your motorcycle, track conditions and riding style.
| Rim size | Tire size | Load Index/ Speed Index |
TL/TT | Front/Rear | Version |
| 17 | 110/70ZR17 | (54W) | TL | FRONT | RACING SOFT |
| 17 | 120/70ZR17 | (58W) | TL | FRONT | RACING SOFT |
| 17 | 140/70ZR17 | 66W | TL | REAR | RACING SOFT |
| 17 | 150/60ZR17 | (66W) | TL | REAR | RACING SOFT |
| 17 | 180/55ZR17 | (73W) | TL | REAR | RACING SOFT |
| 17 | 190/55ZR17 | (75W) | TL | REAR | RACING SOFT |
For more information, visit www.mitas-moto.com
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