- Classified for 70% on-road use and designed for all-round performance and confidence on paved roads as well as off-road.
- Heavy-Duty compound combined with a deep crossed pattern ensure traction and predictable performance in ON/OFF.
- Recommended for Dual-Purpose Adventure Touring motorcycles.
- Classified M+S only for 40% on-road use and designed for all-round performance and confidence on gravel as well as on paved roads
- Agressive big block tread pattern with a Heavy-Duty compound gives it excellent grip, stability and cornering stability even in wet conditions.
- Recommended for Dual-Purpose Adventure Touring motorcycles and small cubic capacity Enduro motorcycles.
- Classified M+S only for 20% on-road use and designed for all-round performance and confidence on all types of gravel terrains and especially on difficult off-road trails.
- Extremely agressive longitudinal scoop shaped block tread pattern ensure grip on soft, muddy terrains as well as hard, rocky terrains with limited compromise of paved road performance.
- Recommended for Dual-Purpose Adventure Touring motorcycles in Rally configurations.
- Designed for Enduro FIM competition for all terrain types with best in class performance with outstanding traction, stability and resistance to wear in wet and dry conditions.
- Available in Super (Fast Enduro), Super Light (Technical Enduro) and Super Soft (Extreme Enduro) versions.
- Recommended for Enduro, Hard Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles.
- Designed for Extreme Enduro FIM competition for all techical sections in all terrain types, especially recommended on slippery and rocky off-road terrains. Available in rear only sizes.
- Ultra-soft carcass construction and Super Soft (Extreme Enduro) compound delivering extreme traction and ultimate grip.
- Recommended for Enduro and Hard Enduro motorcycles.
- Designed for Enduro FIM competition for Soft to Medium terrain types and excellent at absorbing small to large bumps and obstacles.
- Available in Super (Fast Enduro), Super Light (Technical Enduro).
- Recommended for Enduro, Hard Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles.
- Designed for Enduro Xross competition for all Soft to Medium terrain types with class leading performance, stability and resistance to wear in wet or dry conditions.
- Available in Super (Fast Enduro) and Super Light (Technical Enduro) versions.
- Recommended for Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles.
- Designed for Enduro Xross competition for all Medium to Hard terrain types with class leading performance, stability and resistance to wear in wet or dry conditions.
- Available in Super (Fast Enduro), Super Light (Technical Enduro) and Super Soft (Extreme Enduro) versions.
- Recommended for Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles, including Junior Enduro.
- Designed for technical Enduro Xross for all Extreme terrains types with class leading performance, excellent traction and resistance to punctures.
- Available in Super (Fast) and Super Light (Technical Enduro) versions.
- Recommended for Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles.
- Designed for Technical Enduro Xross for all Hard terrain types with class leading performance, excellent traction and resistance to punctures.
- Available in ICE version with a special compound designed to perform even at the lowest temperatures and suitable for studding.
- Recommended for Enduro and Dual-Sports motorcycles.
- Designed specifically for all off-road terrains and rugged trails .
- High performance cut resistant compound with extra large knobbies.
- Recommended for Trail, Enduro and MotoXross motorcycles.
How to choose dual sport motorcycle tires?
1. Consider how much you ride on the road versus off-road.
Your actual riding mix is the most useful starting point.
If you mostly ride on paved roads, occasionally venturing onto gravel roads or easy trails, choose a tire that is more road-focused. The MC 24, for example, is designed for around 70% road use and 30% off-road use.
However, if your routes include more gravel, mud, rocks or technical trails, look for a tire with a stronger off-road focus. The ENDURO TRAIL XT+ is designed for around 20% road use and 80% off-road use.
The important point is to choose according to the conditions you ride in most often rather than the most difficult conditions you might occasionally encounter.
2. Match the tread pattern to your typical terrain.
Different tread designs behave differently depending on the surface.
Widely spaced tread blocks provide more grip in gravel, mud and softer ground, making them better suited to loose surfaces. A tread pattern designed for the road normally gives the tire a more continuous contact area on asphalt and is therefore better suited to riders who spend more time on paved roads.
When comparing Mitas tires, check the terrain recommendations for each model and consider where you will mainly be riding.
- paved roads
- gravel roads
- soft terrain
- medium terrain
- hard terrain
- mud
- Rocks and technical trails
It is usually better to choose a tire for your most common terrain than to select the most aggressive tread available.
3. Check the exact size and service specification.
Even if a tire suits your riding style, it still needs to meet the technical requirements of your motorcycle.
Check the required tire size, load index and speed symbol before choosing a replacement.
The load index indicates the tire's maximum permitted load, while the speed symbol indicates the maximum permitted speed under specified conditions.
Always use a tire specification that meets the requirements defined by the motorcycle manufacturer.
4. Check whether you need a tube-type or tubeless tire.
Mitas uses the following markings:
- TT means tube type.
- TL means tubeless.
A TT tire requires an inner tube. A TL tire can be used without a tube when fitted to a suitable tubeless rim.
Do not choose based on tire size alone. Check the wheel's construction and the technical specifications of the exact tire size before installation.
5. Confirm whether the tire is approved for road use.
This is particularly important when comparing dual sport tires with more specialised enduro products.
Not every tire designed for demanding off-road riding is intended for public roads. Mitas uses the NHS designation (meaning not for highway service) for products that are not intended for public road use.
The TERRA FORCE-EF PRO, for instance, is designed for competition and closed-course use only.
If you plan to ride on public roads, check the approval markings to ensure that the tire you intend to purchase complies with the requirements in your market.
6. Decide how much durability you need.
More aggressive tires can provide additional traction in challenging terrain. However, your choice should also reflect the amount of road mileage you cover, the loads you carry, and the extent of sustained road riding the tire will experience.
If you regularly combine long road sections with demanding off-road riding, durability becomes more important.
Mitas offers reinforced Dakar versions of selected models for riders who require extra durability.
Dual Sport or Adventure tires: Which should you choose?
Choose a dual sport tire if your riding includes meaningful amounts of trails, gravel, or more demanding off-road terrain.
If you ride a large adventure motorcycle or are looking for a balanced option for regular road travel combined with unpaved routes, the Mitas adventure tire range includes tires designed for approximately 50% road and 50% off-road use.
Therefore, the best choice is not simply between a dual sport tire and an adventure tire. Rather, it is the tire whose road use, terrain suitability, technical specifications, and approvals best match your motorcycle and your actual riding.
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