From the mud to the desert: the new Sierra Max is suitable for the most extreme off-road terrains such as arid and rocky surfaces. Being mainly designed for racing, this tire offers a high level of comfort ensuring a long tire life-cycle at the same time.
This way, Sierra Max joins BKT´s ATV - All Terrain Vehicle range, an extensive line up of both resistant and safe products that are highly adaptable to any kind of path and able to best equip these vehicles. A winning mix of technology and innovation aiming at ensuring best performance on any type of terrain.
Product novelty for the quad range: Sierra Max
In the spotlight, there is the special new-entry by BKT, Sierra Max, which opens the gallery of quad tires. Specifically designed for racing vehicles whizzing through muddy areas, deserts, and over rocky surfaces, this tire features a radial structure enabling a very agile drive along with a comfortable ride even under the toughest conditions.
The special tread pattern provides for a large footprint on the ground ensuring exceptional front and lateral traction. In addition, the reinforced shoulder provides excellent sidewall protection. Moreover, this tire is made of a particular cut-and-chip-resistant compound, and it distinguishes for outstanding self-cleaning properties – an essential feature for usage on dirt terrains. Sierra Max is presently available in four sizes: AT 26 X 9 R 14, AT 26 X 11 R 14, AT 27 X 9 R 14 and AT 27 X 11 R 14.
Focus: quad
Sierra Max and the entire BKT tire lineup for ATVs have been conceived with the users' need for fitting extremely robust and resistant tires on these vehicles in mind. All-Terrain Vehicles are subject to significant stress under extreme conditions. For this reason, the tire really makes the difference offering highest performance levels in any situation and enhancing the specific vehicle features. The key words of this range are: adaptability, traction, maneuverability, agility, and resistance.
W 207 is an all-terrain-tire designed for providing maximum traction even in the most challenging conditions. Undoubtedly, the distinctive feature is its excellent puncture resistance, whilst the “E” marking allows the use on public roads. Offering over thirty-one different sizes, this tire is one of the most representative models within the range.
The specialty of the AT 108 and AT 119 models is their ability of rapidly moving on loose surfaces thanks to the extraordinary traction provided by the specific tread design. AT 108 is available on the market in twenty-two sizes, whereas AT 119 is available in size AT 22 X 11 – 8.
Similar are the features of AT 109 and AT 110, - yet, being additionally suitable for lawns and gardens. The first is available in not less than seven versions, whilst the second is available on the market in five different sizes.
Perfect for All Terrain Sport applications, AT 111 provides optimum traction at any condition. Besides, for users who need an increased durability, a version with a deeper tread has been conceived: AT 111 HD. This version distinguishes for excellent sidewall protection, extreme adherence and braking control, in addition to excellent grip and great oversteering and maneuvering behavior even at high speed. The range includes not less than sixteen sizes for the basic model, and seven versions with HD – Heavy Duty compound.
Another member of the range for ATV vehicles is AT 112, particularly suitable for loose surfaces. It is presently available in three versions: AT 20 X 10 – 8, AT 20 X 10 – 10 and AT 23 X 10 – 12.
To complete the quad tire portfolio, there is BOGMAX, which has been specifically designed for mud bog racing. The extra deep tread ensures excellent traction. Likewise, the sidewall protectors reduce impacts and possible damages. Bogmax is a 6-ply-rated tire with a long tire life-cycle that distinguishes also for its special cut-and-chip-resistant compound as well as outstanding self-cleaning features. Available on the market in sizes: AT 30 X 10 – 14 and AT 32 X 10 – 14.
Focus: go-kart
Not only quads. For sporting applications, BKT has also created a specific go-kart range. Even in this case, tires are probably those elements that make the main difference in terms of performance - playing, hence, an essential role. First of all, a high level of resistance against impacts is required, especially for the sidewall protectors. In addition, they must have a large surface, reduced weight and be made of special compounds conferring the vehicle excellent speed performance when cornering as well as high acceleration levels.
For this special context, BKT has engineered a series of specific products that are able to provide best adherence on the track. One of these is SM 48 (GK), the ideal tire for this type of vehicles thanks to a smooth tread design providing excellent performance in sport activities. The special compound provides SM 48 (GK) with a Shore A hardness 48. The same features apply to SM 54 (GK) with Shore A hardness 54, and SM 68 (GK), which reaches an A 68 level.
All tires are available in two sizes 10 X 4.5 – 5 and 11 X 7.10 – 5, in addition to size 11 X 6.00 – 5 for SM 68 (GK).
Working with passion and commitment to create always more extensive tire ranges by offering always new sizes for several means in different applications including off-road paths and racing. This has been BKT's main goal ever since. The company aims, indeed, at enhancing the value of its product portfolio by offering a perfect mix of performance, quality, durability and comfort.