Metzeler - Racetec SM Rain

Metzeler - Racetec SM Rain

Elite Supermoto Wet-Weather Grip.
Designed for Supermoto Racing in Extreme Wet Conditions.
Engineered for high-performance closed-course racing on wet circuits, the Racetec™ SM Rain tyre uses a proprietary full‑silica compound and aggressive block tread pattern to deliver exceptional grip, water evacuation, and confidence at all lean angles.

Key Features:
• NHS Competition-Only: Not approved for street or highway use
• 100% Silica Compound: Provides outstanding chemical grip on wet surfaces and rapid warm‑up. Optimized for immediate traction even under downpours
• Knobbly Block Tread Design: Deep longitudinal and lateral grooves ensure efficient water drainage and preserve a wide contact patch under lean
• Directional Stability: Large block orientations help with straight-line tracking in slick conditions

Recommended Pressures & Warm-Up:
• Front Tyre: 
Cold: ~34 PSI
Hot: ~35 PSI
Warm-up: ~30 minutes at 50 °C 

• Rear Tyre: 
Cold: ~28 PSI
Hot: ~29 PSI
Warm-up: ~30 minutes at 50 °C 

Available Sizes:
• Front – 125/75 R16.5 NHS TL, 125/75 R17 NHS TL
• Rear – 165/55 R17 NHS TL

Ideal For:
• Professional Supermoto racers needing secure wet‑weather grip
• Rain-specific competition events
• Riders aiming for peak traction in wet track sessions

Performance Summary:
• Fast warm-up thanks to silica compound
• Maximum water evacuation with block tread layout
• Robust grip and feedback even at full lean
• Durable enough for race sessions in wet, but not for dry or abrasive surfaces

⚠ Important Notes:
• Not legal for public road use, for closed-course race use only
• Store in a cool, dry place, silica compounds are sensitive to UV and heat
• Best used on clean, wet tarmac, not suitable for mixed conditions or dirt

Why Choose Racetec™ SM Rain?
• Rains never stop race weekends: The silica compound ensures instant chemical grip from the first lap
• Track‑specific drainage: Block tread is optimized for water cut‑through, delivering confidence and direction in puddles
• Predictable lean-feedback: Even under extreme wet angles, blocks maintain contact and feedback for precise control

Conquer wet supermoto tracks with the Racetec SM Rain, built to bite into rain-soaked surfaces and evacuate water instantly. With full‑silica compound and aggressive block tread design, it delivers race-grade grip and confidence even in pouring conditions.