The Pirelli Angel GT II is the benchmark sport-touring tire, designed to deliver excellent handling, maximized mileage, and confident performance in wet conditions. It targets sport-touring riders looking for high-mileage stability without sacrificing the sporty agility Pirelli is known for.
Technical Description & Performance Breakdown
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Tread Design (Dual Linear Grooves):
The distinctive tread design features a high-silica compound with two continuous longitudinal grooves down the center. This pattern is derived from intermediate racing tires to maximize water evacuation, ensuring stability and a reduced braking distance on wet asphalt.
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Compound Structure:
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Front Tire: A high-percentage silica compound that ensures immediate warm-up, excellent wet grip, and mechanical resistance to wear.
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Rear Tire (Bi-Compound): The rear tire uses a dual-compound layout. The center stripe is a harder, high-mileage silica blend to handle heavy highway commuting and prevent flat-spotting. The shoulder sections utilize a softer compound to maximize edge grip when leaning into corners.
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Handling and Profile:
The tire profile features a progressive curvature designed to deliver predictable handling. It offers neutral behavior through transitions, meaning it changes directions smoothly and remains highly stable under heavy luggage loads or with a pillion passenger.
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Aids and Electronics:
The structure is tuned to work seamlessly with modern motorcycle electronics, including lean-angle-sensitive traction control and ABS, by providing consistent feedback to the chassis sensors.
Load and Speed Rating Meanings
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120/70 ZR17 (58W) TL (Front): The (58W) rating indicates a maximum load capacity of 236 kg (520 lbs) and a speed capability exceeding 270 km/h (168 mph). TL means Tubeless.
- 190/50 ZR17 (73W) TL (Rear): The (73W) rating indicates a maximum load capacity of 365 kg (805 lbs) and a speed capability exceeding 270 km/h (168 mph).