Mitas extends Extreme Enduro range to junior sizes
Last month we reported that tyre manufacturer Mitas had extended its 2019 introduced TERRA FORCE-MX motocross competition tyre range to include junior sizes for motorcycles from 50 cc to 85 cc engine displacement.
This month we have news that Mitas is "doubling down" on its investment in young riders by additionally extending its Extreme Enduro range to also include fitments for 50 cc to 85 cc displacements.
Gustavo Pinto Teixeira, Vice President Two Wheels and Specialty Tires, explained: "We have always been at the forefront of extreme enduro, and we're the first manufacturer to add junior sizes to this type of tyre range.
"For the first time, young riders will have a chance to use tyres designed for extreme enduro from the beginning of their racing careers. I'm convinced that this addition will help many young talents grow to become successful riders."
The company says that the development of these sizes was possible "thanks to the knowledge Mitas has acquired over decades, combined with constant field testing with numerous top riders in extreme enduro".
Mitas test rider Tristan Hedgcock from South Africa says: "What really impressed me the most is the versatility of the tyre across all terrains. From mud to rock and forest, junior hard enduro riders from around the world now have the tyre to take them wherever they want."
Mitas Extreme Enduro junior tyres are said to ensure "incredible grip and stability" in all conditions the rider can face in extreme enduro and that "due to their excellent handling characteristics and grip, they can be used from novice to competitive riders".
In 2019, 85 cc FIM Junior World Champion Valerio Lata won the title on Mitas tyres. "We are keen to help young riders on their way to higher MX classes," says Teixeira.
In other news, Mitas is celebrating winning the 2020 FIM Speedway Grand Prix world title with Poland's Bartosz Zmarzlik retaining his 2019 title. In fact, Mitas achieved a 'Podium Sweep' with Great Britain's three time World Champion Tai Woffinden, second and Swedish rider Fredrik Lingren, third, all racing on Mitas Tires. Indeed, speedway is where the Mitas motorsport story started, in 1947. The 2020 Speedway Grand Prix season was the 26th season of the Speedway Grand Prix era, and decided the 75th FIM Speedway World Championship.
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