Last month we looked at Eurogrip’s chunky-tread “offroad” scooter tyre, and now it’s time for the real thing: the Climber range of dedicated off-road rubber. There are two versions of the Climber; the XC is for enduro riding, cross country and rallies and is also said to be ideal for training rides and green laning. The XC-R is an FIM-approved rear-only racing tyre and it comes in three compounds to suit conditions ranging from wet rocks to loose gravel. Both the XC and XC-R feature a symmetrical tread pattern, allowing the tyre to be flipped on the rim to improve its lifespan, and both are also certified for on-road use.
The XC-R is only available in a 140/80-18 size, but the XC comes in 18, 19 and 21in versions to suit a wide range of machines.
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