Eurogrip Tyres launches two variants of Trailhound tyres
 Eurogrip Tyres has launched its international Trailhound tyres in India. The Trailhound range of tyres come in two variants â€" Trailhound SCR for modern-classic roadsters, scramblers and caf racers, and Trailhound STR for medium and large adventure motorcycles.
Features of the Trailhound SCR Tyres
A radial structure with 0° steel belt for superior handling, agility and control at varied riding speeds.
A X-ply structure with synthetic fibers for increased lateral stiffness and resistance against bumping.
High silica compound balance with carbon black for increased grip on asphalt, in dry and rainy conditions.ÂÂ
Variable radius profile for contour steepness with different angles to optimise contact patch size and shape according to the motorcycle position whether straight, mid lean or full lean. Its knobby-like pattern has been designed to ensure optimal asphalt performances coupled with traction on light off-road surface such as gravel, dirt, stone paving and even broken tarmac.
Features of Trailhound STR Tyres
A radial structure with 0° steel belt for superior handling, agility and control at every riding speed.
A X-ply structure with synthetic fibers for increased lateral stiffness and resistance against bumping.
Quadrazone multicompound for dual tread compounds layout coupled with two more layers for improved grip, mileage and stability. ÂÂ
80 per cent silica content which increases compound grip on cold and wet tarmac.
On the launch, P. Madhavan, Executive Vice President â€" Marketing and Sales, TVS Srichakra Ltd, said, "Following our international launch of Trailhound tyres at auto show EICMA in Italy, we are happy to launch Trailhound tyres in India today. Trailhound enhances our already extensive premium product range and its two variants SCR and STR are sure to delight India's growing adventure rider segment. As bike tyre specialists, we look forward to bringing more world-class products to the Indian market."
On the product design, V. Sivaramakrishnan, Chief Technology Officer, TVS Srichakra Ltd said, "Art and science are at work while we design tyres with global technology, as both tread pattern design as well as material composition have a great impact on performance â€" Trailhound is a true testament to this. Trailhound SCR tyres have 80/20 on-off capabilities, and the tread pattern is designed to improve water drainage and traction on gravel roads, while retaining excellent stability and comfort on tarmac. The 90/10 tread pattern design of Trailhound STR boosts water dispersal, wear uniformity and traction on gravel and light off-road terrain."