Excellence on wet roads, water won't catch you unprepared. A long time
test winner, with a sublime blend of precise and effortless handling
Enjoyment
ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT ensures peace of mind in the hardest situations, in
the cold or wet, providing ideal handling for true riding pleasure.
Riding easiness, comfort, predictability, easy turn in, progressivity in
lean, are provided by the interaction of sport touring profiles with the
Greek π tread pattern and the patented Interact™ technology.
Mileage
Best performance till the last mile, adaptability to different
conditions and comfort during long ride, agility in maneuvers even with
worn tyre are provided by a unique combination of high silica compound
with the Interact™ technology.
High silica componds are known for their longevity and mechanical
resistance to abrasion but our patented mixing process is able to
further boost this characteristic by increasing its dispersion inside
the polimeric matrix and achieving an incomparable level of
homogeneosity.
This sofisticated compound is then coupled with a high tension 0° steel
belt in the center portion of the tyre that provides a firm support,
reduces compound movement and prevents overheating, contributing to
reduce the wear of the tyre and hence increase the mileage.
Grip on all kind of asphalt
ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT connects you to the road, especially in the wet.
It always ensures the best stability and allows you to ride with maximum
confidence and safety feeling thanks to the groove layout of the tread
pattern, inspired by Greek π shape and engineered to enhance water
drainage in the hardest conditions.
The grooves modify the stiffness of the tyre and are used to calibrate
and optimise the entire contact patch pressure at every lean angle.
Their shape and position have been studied to provide mechanical grip at
different lean angles and types of riding. Water drainage, even in deep
water, is granted by the presence of large grooves in the footprint
area, regardless of the angle.
The central longitudinal grooves are deeper and longer to increase water
evacuation. They cover approximately 70% of lean angle typically reached
in wet conditions, which delivers a complete feeling of safety. In dry
conditions, they work as a pin, which increases the flexibility of the
tread and enlarges the footprint area, thus providing stability
especially at high speed.
Radial grooves on the shoulders provide optimum drainage at high lean
angles, so even those who ride enthusiastically in the wet will discover
that the ROADTEC Z8 INTERACT provides maximum safety in all conditions.
The inclination of the groove wall is designed for a consistent water
flow throughout the tyre’s life, even when the wear process is near
completion.
