Description
The Michelin Pilot Super Sport is a high-performance summer tire designed in collaboration with BMW, Porsche, and Ferrari to maximize driving enjoyment and safety for sports cars, performance sedans, and supercars. It features a unique Bi-Compound tread for superior dry and wet performance, using a Le Mans-inspired compound on the outer shoulder and a wet-oriented compound on the inner part of the tread. The tire also incorporates Variable Contact Patch 2.0 technology and a Twaron belt for enhanced stability, responsive handling, and a more comfortable ride. Michelin designates these specific BMW-approved tires with a “” (star) marking*.
Key Features & Benefits
- BMW Collaboration:Developed specifically for high-performance vehicles, including BMW models, with the “star” marking indicating it’s a specific BMW-approved Original Equipment (OE) tire.
- Bi-Compound Tread:The asymmetric design provides excellent dry grip with a Le Mans-inspired compound on the outboard shoulder and superior wet grip with a wet-compound on the inboard shoulder.
- Variable Contact Patch 2.0:This technology ensures maximum road contact, adapting to the surface to maintain grip.
- Twaron belt technology:A high-density fiber belt provides increased stability and even force distribution.
- High-Performance & Safety:Offers excellent dry handling, shorter braking distances on wet roads, and impressive stability at high speeds.
- Comfortable & Responsive:A polyester casing contributes to a more comfortable ride and highly responsive handling.
