Recommended pressures are 2.9 bar
[42psi] front and rear.
The ‘B’ version of
the Azaro-ST offers greater stability on certain machines and is the
preferred fitment for the Blackbird.
What makes the
Azaro-ST work so well on the Blackbird? Well, there are a number of
factors which combine to deliver a blend of performance and long
life which many owners have found unbeatable on their bikes.
The first thing
most people notice about the Azaro-ST is the deep tread, especially
on the rear tyre which measures 6.9mm. Combined with a very
innovative casing construction, this delivers high mileage and
excellent deep water clearance.
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What you don’t see
of course are the internals – the clever bits. Avon is unique
amongst tyre manufacturers in making tyres with an Advanced
Variable Belt Density construction [A-VBD]. Simply put, this
produces a tyre with a jointless belt of ultra-strong Aramid
fibres running around the tyre’s circumference. At the centre of
the tread the strands of Aramid are closely packed for maximum
stability and high wear resistance. The closer you get to the
edge of the tread, the further apart the fibres are spaced –
this broadens the tyre’s footprint and delivers more grip.
The effect of the
A-VBD is similar to having a tyre with hard and soft compounds,
but without the disadvantage that dual compounds sometimes
suffer from, specifically a tendency to ‘square off’, in the
later stages of the tyre’s life. |
The effect of the
A-VBD is similar to having a tyre with hard and soft compounds, but
without the disadvantage that dual compounds sometimes suffer from,
specifically a tendency to ‘square off’, in the later stages of the
tyre’s life.
Naturally Avon is
not claiming that the ST is completely immune from ‘squaring off’ –
no tyre is if it’s run up and down the motorway indefinitely – but
it’s certainly less susceptible and is the reason why many Blackbird
owners favour them.
A further benefit
of the Azaro is the free Road Hazard Warranty. This applies in the
UK and Republic of Ireland and provides a free replacement if your
new Azaro is accidentally damaged or punctured. Naturally, there are
certain terms and conditions, but essentially a tyre is protected as
long as there is 5.6mm of tread remaining on the rear tyre and 2.7mm
remaining on the front [when measured on the centre line of the
tyre] For full details ask your dealer for a leaflet. [You’ll need
to have a section of this completed by the dealer at the time of
purchase in order to activate the warranty.]
Finally, the
Azaro-STs benefit from silica compounds which enable the tyre to
warm up quickly and deliver excellent levels of grip, even in the
wet.
For further
information contact Clive Jones Tel 01249 705916 or e-mail
clive@intamoto.com |
