Tyre Speed Limits

[fazil]

I bought a new front tire for my bike recently.
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II 120/70 R17 58H

"H" mark means, max speed is 210km/h
If it was "W" that would mean that speed limit would be 270km/h and the price is a bit more expensive.

I've never passed 200km/h since i owned my bike, so i guess it won't be a issue. what do you think?

 

[FIZZER6]

A tire rated at 210 KpH can sustain that speed for a lenght of time. The tire won't explode if you hit say, 230 kph once or twice for a few seconds. I wouldn't worry about it if you plan to ride under 200 kph at all times.

 

[FinalImpact]

Its on the front?!! - More longer wheelies until the speeds drop!

It should be fine - in all of readings and people wearing them through the cords, I have yet to see a bike tire carcass fail purely from speed.

That said, it may not pass an inspection if its required it to meet the manufactures specification. Kinda funny note there - If we follow the speed limit we only need a "M" or less!

 

[texcollect]

Just checked an my PR2s are W rated. Should be OK !!