The Michelin Starcross Sand 4 motorcycle tire is one of the most striking representatives of the French manufacturer's lineup, designed for motocross. It is distinguished by its excellent traction and grip properties on sandy surfaces, which is reflected in its name. Another key feature of this model is that it is designed for installation on the rear wheels, while the Michelin S12 XC tire is recommended for use on the front wheel.
U-shaped tread pattern
French specialists, seeking to provide the Michelin Starcross Sand 4 tire with maximum traction and grip on sandy surfaces, have equipped it with a rather original tread pattern. It consists of very high and massive blocks, grouped into multiple transverse rows. Each of them has a shovel-like shape, which allows the tread to push away from the sandy soil instead of digging into it. As a result, the tire demonstrates excellent acceleration, realizing the engine's torque in the maximum amount.
Zigzag arrangement of shoulder zone blocks
A significant part of the tread blocks is located in the shoulder zones, forming a separate longitudinal row there. Due to differences in configuration and size, it has a zigzag shape, which ensures excellent grip even at very significant motorcycle tilt angles.
Excellent tread self-cleaning properties
The tire owes its excellent passability on sandy surfaces to the very large distance between all tread elements. Thanks to this design feature, it is able to quickly get rid of the soil particles that get stuck in it, ensuring excellent grip with the surface.
Main features of the Michelin Starcross Sand 4 tire
- the original tread pattern with "shovel-like" transverse rows is optimized for movement on sandy soils, providing excellent traction and grip on them;
- excellent tread self-cleaning properties due to the large distance between blocks;
- the zigzag arrangement of shoulder zone tread blocks ensures excellent grip even at significant motorcycle tilt angles;
- special components in the rubber compound provide it with optimal elasticity even at low temperatures.
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