Which tires (21 and 18 inches) should you choose for the big trails?

On the market, large tracks can have different rim sizes. Most have 19 "(AV) and 17" (AR) rims, but some have 21 "(AV) and 18" (AR) rims. Here's a guide to buying available links.

If you have a large track equipped with 19/17 inch rims, today you are spoiled for choice when it comes to tires. Not to mention, some manufacturers offer road models in a trail version.

But if your trail is equipped with 21 "(AV) and 18 or 17" (AR) rims, the material gets a little thicker. On the other hand, these dimensions, which are close to the known enduro values, are often accompanied by typical off-road climbs.

In your research, do not forget to check the compatibility of your motorcycle with the tires in question, in particular, load index, speed, tube mounting recommendations or not, depending on your rims. Contact your dealer and use the manufacturers' websites, linking to your motorcycle (make, model, year) if possible.

Panorama of motorcycle tires for large trails in 2020/21 inches (18 AR) 17: 

Avon Trail Ryder : a first-class tire from a British manufacturer for long trails. Available in 21 "AV, 18" AR sizes. Almost all large tracks on the market can be equipped. Mixed off-road and off-road. 

Avon Track Ryder : pneumatic for high and medium-duty tracks (single-cylinder). Available in rear / front sizes 21 ", 18" and 17 ". Mixed vocation, an all-terrain vehicle accentuated by deeper cobblestone sculptures than Trail Rider.

Bridgestone Battlelax A41 : a premium tire with an emphasis on the road for large trails. It is currently the most technologically advanced Bridgestone tire in this category. It can handle many large trails and expect optimal performance on both dry and wet roads. Available in 21, 19, 18, 17 and even 15 inches for the front and 18 and 17 inches for the rear.

Bridgestone Adventure Cross AX41 Trainers : a more versatile tire with larger studs. High technical level; a more off-road version of the A41. Designed for tracks (500 and more) and large tracks. Available in sizes 21, 19, 18 on the front; 18, 17 and even 16 inches at the back.

Bridgestone Battle Wing 501/502 : second line bus (older). It can be used on tracks of medium and large capacity, including old ones (for example, Honda XL 1000 Varadero). Travel preferences, pleasant profile. Less efficient than previous production, but more affordable. Available in 21, 19, 18 inches AV. 18, 17 inches AR.

Continental TCS 70 and 70 Rocks : rear tire, for example to marry a Continental TKC 70 AV. Designed for large, very powerful tracks. This tire is designed to be versatile: traction and traction on all terrain, safety on the road without sacrificing comfort due to large studs. Available in 17 '' and 18 '' rear sizes, for trails of 600 cc or more, single or multi-cylinder. Standard TKC 3 front and rear tires are also available with rear tires fitted with smaller studs for significantly more road use than the rear Rocks.

Continental ContiTrailAttack 3 : The tire is mainly intended for road traffic. For large trails over 600 cc. See and the latest very powerful models. Hi-tech. Available in 3, 17 and 19 "front and 21" and 17 "rear. Also available as a second line, the older ContiTrailAttack 18 tires.

Continental TCS 80 : For many, the adventurer is him. A tire for mixed use, for road and off-road, but which has real off-road capabilities, on dry and even soft ground. The big spikes are quite loud and mark faster when traveling on the freeway. The TKC 80 can be used on large tracks over 600cc. See, single or multi-cylinder engine. Available in 3", 17" and 19" AV sizes. 21 and 17 inches in the back.

Escape Accounts : pneumatic for medium-duty trails. The tread lined with coarse cobblestones in the direction of the road provides efficiency on the road despite the presence of tracks. Available in 19 and 21 "AV, 17 and 18" AR sizes.

Dunlop Trailmax Mission : a first-class tire equipped with the latest technology in 2020. Mixed orientation: road and all-terrain vehicle (not too "fat" for all this) with the ability to do everything as best as possible. For trails of 600cc and more. Available in 3 and 21 "front, 19" and 18 "rear.

Meridian Dunlop Trailmax : Designed primarily for off-road use, with the ability to drive on dry roads. The level of technology is equivalent to a high-end road tire. Dunlop's desire to guarantee high mileage. First of all, for large multi-cylinder tracks, over 600 cm3. Available in 21 and 19 "AV, 18 and 17" AR sizes.

Dunlop TrailSmart Max : a tire for large trails, mainly off-road. Second line tire compared to Trailmax Meridian. TrailSmart Max is quite athletic in its philosophy. Considering the available dimensions, it is designed for large runs from 650 cm3 or more. Available in 21/19 "AV, 18/17" AR.

Dunlop Trailmax : The tire is intended for mixed use, on roads and off-road vehicles, especially on dry and rocky surfaces. Designed for medium-tonnage, one- or two-cylinder tracks. Available in 21/19 "AV, 18/17" AR.

Heidenau K60 Scout : Little-known manufacturer. The K60 Scout is designed for large runs, 600 cc. See and more, including multi-cylinder. The link exists for regions with cold climates. Mixed vocation: road and off-road, including dirt tracks. Available in 3/21 inches AV, 19/18 AR.

Heidenau K76 : pneumatic for medium displacement trails or even 850/900 with 17 '' rear rim (150/70/17). the tire is mainly for road use. Available in sizes 21/19 AV, 17 AR.

Metzeler Tourance Next : Metzeler's most efficient road tire. Usage and technology similar to brand road links. Available in 21/19 "and 18/17" AR front sizes. For large trails and trails from 600 cm3.

Metzler Karoo Street : Compromise tire, mixed road and all-terrain vehicle (fairly dry). Better on the road and on wet roads than a real off-road tire. It is possible to equip 600cc tracks, some mono and large, heavy and powerful tracks. Available in 3/21 inch AV, 19/18 AR sizes.

Metzeler Karoo 3 : A true all-terrain vehicle for this Metzeler Karoo 3. Large studs, high flotation. The use of the road is saved. Available in 21/19 "front and 18/17" rear. Available in Karoo Extreme color: for small widths: 21 "at the front, 18" at the rear and for exclusive off-road use.

Metzeler Enduro 3 Sahara : Approved for the road, very typical all-terrain vehicle. It is possible to equip tracks up to 650 cm3 and especially with a single-cylinder engine. Available in 21 "AV, 18" and 17 "AR sizes. Small width.

Michelin Anaki Adventures : for large tracks. The paving stone shape allows it to be used off-road. Sufficiently dry trail, hiking along rocky paths. Available in 21/19 in front and 18/17 in rear.

Michelin anaki wild : The Anakee Wild is more typical off-road than the Anakee Adventure, with deep rungs to emphasize traction on delicate surfaces and any terrain. Available in 17 and 18 "AR, 21 and 19" AV sizes. Including for large tracks over 1 cm000.

Michelin Anaki 3 : Decisively 90% expensive. Michelin Anakee 3 is specially designed for the construction of large trails that do not often go off the road. More than 600 cm3 and multi-cylinder tracks. Available in 17 "AR, 21/19" AV sizes.

Mitas Terra Force R : 90% road oriented tire. Upscale from Mitas. Available in two-piece AR version. It is a high performance track and highway tire from Mitas for on-road use. Available in 21/19 "front and 18/17" rear.

Mitas E-08 : tire for single or double-cylinder tracks with a volume of about 600 cm3. 80% are for road use but are M + S certified by Mitas. Available in sizes 21/19 AV, 18/17 inches AR.

Mitas MS-24 : A tire called M + S (mud and snow), which means this tire can roll in mud, snow, etc. It is a tire designed for off-road driving. Attention, above all, the small size. Available in sizes 17/18 AR, 19/21 AV.

Misfortune E-07 + : Mitas has several recommendations for tracks and great tracks, even the hardest and most powerful. Mitas E-07 + is designed for off-road, no limits! on dry ground, but also more humid. Available in 18/17 "AR, 21/19" AV. And also in Dakar rubbers for the desert. Available in standard version E-07.

Pirelli Scorpion Trail 2 : a first-class tire with an almost exclusive road orientation for large trails. Double joining technology, the frame is primarily designed for the road. Available in sizes 21/19/18/17 AV and 18/17 AR for trails over 600 cm3 and for the most powerful, even crossover, 17-inch AV / AR trails. Available in Scorpion Trail, second line, cheaper, but not in 18-inch AR.

Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR : mixed tire, road and track, but very suitable for any terrain, dry or wet terrain. Modern technologies, non-standard shape of hairpins. Available in sizes 21/19/18/17 inches AV, 18/17/15 AR.