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[Avon Cobra] Michelin Commander II
MICHELIN Touring Commander II New this year, the Commander II is available in both bias-ply and radial construction and is designed for longevity, handling and stability. It incorporates a new rubber compound to increase mileage and help improve wet grip performance. The Commander II also features a rigid, high-density carcass architecture, called Amplified Density Technology (ADT), that allows for exceptional maneuverability and feedback. It utilizes a square-bead sidewall for additional stability and easier installation. Longitudinal grooves in the tread pattern further enhance grip in wet conditions.
Touring & Sport-Touring Tire Buyers Guide | Rider Magazine
AVON Touring Cobra The Cobra is aimed at the cruiser, touring and custom market, and Avon says that it incorporates sport tire technology for nimble handling, combined with stability, yet does not compromise longevity. It’s available in new sizes, some in whitewalls, including extra-wide sizes for custom bikes. There is also a new dual-compound application for the Honda GL1800 Gold Wing that features 6-ply technology (3 plies, 3 belts for structural integrity and resistance to irregular wear). Technologies include Advanced Variable Belt Density for the radial rears in many sizes.