Product Details

008 RACE Tires by SHINKO TIRES®. Season: All Season. Type: Sport Tires, Touring Tires. Completely slick radial construction soft compound tire provides the largest possible contact patch to the road. These top-notch tires feature a unique tread pattern and profile design custom-tailored to the needs of modern racers. Engineered and tested to the highest standards, the radials offer the largest possible contact patch at high speed. They will provide you with the proven performance and the driving stability you need. Crafted from the finest quality materials, the tires feature unmatched quality and ensure dependable service. Recommended for drag race and short course, track day use only.

Notes

The actual Tread Pattern for your specific tire may vary slightly from the displayed images based on the size and/or width of the actual tire ordered

Features

Completely slick, soft compound tread
Radial construction
Aramid belted
Excellent Super Moto tire
NHS (Not for Highway Service)

If you’re looking for innovative tires that combine excellent performance, high value, and superior appearance, then you’re in the right place. These first-rate tires were engineered using state-of-the-art technology and fabricated from premium-grade materials and advanced equipment to deliver the ultimate operation. The tires guarantee second to none quality and uncompromising reliability. Meant to provide great stability and steering response, they will elevate your confidence and enhance the driving comfort. In addition, these tires are offered at a reasonable price that won’t hurt your pocket. So if you want to upgrade your two-wheeler with new quality tires, opt for these ones from Shinko Tires and enjoy the numerous benefits they provide.

Shinko Tires® is your top-notch source for Cruiser, sport, off-road, dual-sport, and scooter bike tires. Tested and proven by top professional athletes, Shinko Tires are sure to meet and exceed the needs of today's everyday riders. Established in 1946, the Shinko Group began as a manufacturer of bicycle tires and tubes in Osaka, Japan that today has become a burgeoning manufacturer of rubber products. In 1998 the Shinko Group purchased the motorcycle tire technology and molds from Yokohama Rubber Co., and began production of these products under the Shinko Tire brand. With manufacturing based in South Korea and design based in Japan, the company has seamlessly combined Japanese engineering and design principles with South Korean production and quality control standards. Today Shinko Tires produces approximately 200,000 motorcycle tires per month.

Sizes

17"

008 RACE 120/60R17 55V

008 RACE 120/70R17 58V

008 RACE 150/60R17 66V

008 RACE 160/60R17 69V

008 RACE 180/55R17 73V

008 RACE 190/50R17 73V

Warranty

LIMITED MANUFACTURER'S WARRANTY

Shinko Tire warrants that every new radial or bias-ply On-Road and Off-Road Motorcycle tire will be free from defects in materials and workmanship. This limited manufacture warranty applies only to the original purchaser and/or the original vehicle on which the tires were mounted. It is not assignable to subsequent purchasers. Original purchase receipts must accompany all warranty claims.

This warranty is limited to FOUR (4) years from the original date of purchase. If no purchase receipt is available, original manufacturer date code on tire will be used to establish a start date of the warranty, not to exceed 4 years.

50% FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY

Any Shinko Tire replaced during the first 50% of treadwear, will be replaced at no charge. Usable tread does not include the last 1/32nds of tread depth. If at least 50% of usable tread remains, the 50% FREE REPLACEMENT WARRANTY will be honored so long as failure is due to a defect in materials and/or workmanship. Ride or balance objections after the first 1/32” of treadwear or 30 days from date of purchase or install will not be covered.

WHAT IS NOT COVERED

Damage caused from Road or Trail Hazards (i.e., punctures, snags, cuts, impact breaks, running while flat, etc.)
Tires submitted for warranty regarding rideability concerns after the first 100 miles, or more than one (1) month from date of purchase or install, or after the first 1/32 of tread wear
Misuse of tire application: Radial type tires on motorcycles requiring Bias Ply tires and vice versa
Tires operated at air pressures lower than what is indicated by the vehicle’s owner’s manual or higher than what is listed on the sidewall of the tire
Tires damaged from overloading the motorcycle
Tires used on motorcycle fitted with a trailer, sidecar, or trike configuration
Tire claims submitted by those other than the original purchaser
Damage caused by poor mechanical condition of motorcycle
Tires used for any period of time on a dynamometer
Tires installed with balance or anti-flat aids either as dry or wet agents
Front or rear type tires used in positions other than designed
Tube Type tires used without tubes
Tubeless Type tires used with wheels requiring tubes
Claims of ozone, weather cracking or tire treated with incompatible cleaning agents submitted more than FOUR (4) years after original date of purchase. If no purchase receipt is available, manufacture date on tire will be used to establish age of tire
Tires used for incorrect applications, i.e. on-road highway type tires use for off-road riding or off-road type tires used for on-highway applications
Tires with less than 1/32 of an inch or worn to the Tread Wear Indicator (TWI)
Tires used for racing or other types of competition events
Tire failure due to excessive speed (exceeding speed rating of tire)
Underperformed mileage expectations
Explosion of tire or other installation damage due to improper mounting
Damage caused from spinning tire or “burning out” on any surface including slippery surfaces such as snow, mud, ice, etc.
General neglect, lack of proper maintenance
Tires used with second hand tubes with damaged or improper
Tires mounted with improper supporting structure, liquid or other materials
Tires improperly repaired, with section repairs, or whose sidewalls have been modified by the addition or removal of material. Tires that have been retreaded, regrooved, altered in the tread or any other area. The serviceability of any repaired/retreaded/altered tire is entirely the responsibility of the person making the repair or modification

OWNER’S OBLIGATIONS

The owner/rider is responsible for proper maintenance and tire care. The recommended tire pressure can be maintained by frequently checking the tire pressure with an accurate pressure gauge. Additionally, the owner/rider is obligated to ensure load is in accordance with the motorcycle owner’s manual as well as the restrictions on the sidewall of the tires. Owner/rider is responsible for lawful and prudent motorcycle operation. Frequent inspection for damage or irregular wear is recommended. Upon fitment and installation, it is up to the owner/rider to ensure the fitting is in accordance with the technical specifications of the motorcycle, the motorcycle manufacturer, and any pertinent homologations.

Best tire care practices

Check tire pressure before riding when tires are cold and before long trips
Do not underinflate/overinflate
Do not overload
Ride at moderate speeds and observe legal limits
Avoid driving over potholes, obstacles, curbs, or edges of pavement
Avoid excessive wheel spinning
Store in a cool, clean, dry, indoor environment, away from deteriorating substances
Place away from heat sources and ozone like hot pipes or electric generators, HVAC units, etc.
If storing longer than 1 month, relieve the tires of weight by raising the bike or removing the tires
If you see any damage to a tire, replace the tire and contact your Shinko retailer

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