ContiSportAttack 5 and Tkc 80 2 are the new releases for 2026: the first is the supersport tire for those looking for maximum performance on asphalt, the second is aimed at travel enduro and adventure motorbikes
If it is true that Eicma was the stage for two wheels for the coming season, it is equally true that the tire sector did not stand idly by. A clear case is that of Continentalwhich presents for 2026 ContiSportAttack 5the supersport tire for those looking for performance on asphalt, and Tkc 80 2rubber specifically designed for travel enduro and adventure motorbikes. In the first case it is the new generation tread from the company Hanovera tire born from experience and study on the track, which can also be used on the circuit and without necessarily the aid of tire warmers and/or pressure regulation, but optimized for performance on the road. At the same time, Tkc 80 2 is the second generation of a historic multi-purpose vehicle tire signed Continental.
ContiSportAttack 5
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Designed for speeds up to 320 km/h for the most powerful and performing naked and sporty of the market, the Continental ContiSportAttack 5 will be available from first quarter of 2026 in sizes 120/70 ZR 17 M/C (58W) TL, 160/60 ZR 17 M/C (69W) TL, 180/55 ZR 17 M/C (73W) TL, 190/55 ZR 17 M/C (75W) TL and 200/55 ZR 17 M/C (78W) TL. Compared to the previous generation it promises greater grip thanks to the new compound formula Black Chili – with optimized wear even during use on the track -, greater road holding when cornering thanks to the innovative arrangement of the steel belt with technology MultiZoneBelt and reduced times to reach temperature, while remaining an 80% road and 20% track tyre. Added to this are modifications to the carcass, with differentiated rigidity zones for a more precise response during bending, and the technology TractionSkin for the surface, capable of ensuring safety and performance from the first kilometres.
Tkc 80 2
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The second generation Continental Tkc 80 is the brand’s response to the growing demand for adventures off-road and the needs of motorbikes adventure modern. Developed for a 50% on-road and 50% off-road balance, the Tkc 80 2 features several technical innovations: the new tread design has redesigned and larger blocks, with optimized geometries and staggered side blocks, which improve mechanical grip and self-cleaning on mud, sand or gravel. The front knobs are angled to improve stability braking off-road, while the rear ones are oriented to maximize traction during acceleration. There carcass optimized, it is designed to guarantee stability even at full load and at high speeds, increasing driving comfort thanks to better absorption of bumps. The new compound promises an ideal balance between grip, wear resistance and durability, also ensuring safety in the wet and on cold roads thanks to the technology Continental RainGrip. Ideal for motorcyclists looking for an uncompromising product for any terrain, the Tkc 80 2 will be available from spring 2026 in a wide range of sizes, four 19″ and 21″ front and six 17″ and 18″ rear.
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