Pirelli Tyres Sport, Touring and Adventure

Pirelli is the benchmark for road and track motorcycle rubber. This range spans sport, touring, adventure, cruiser, off-road and scooter fitments, from the Diablo Rosso Sport to the Angel City. Match your size, speed rating and load index to your bike and ride with confidence on Australian roads.

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Choosing the right Pirelli tyre

Tyre choice comes down to compound, profile and fitment. The Diablo Rosso Sport is a sport-touring compound built for grip and mileage on the daily ride, while the Angel City is tuned for urban and commuter use with wet-weather confidence. Read the sidewall: a 120/70-17 marking gives section width in mm, aspect ratio as a percentage and rim diameter in inches.

Tyre	Best for	Common size	Rating
Diablo Rosso Sport	Sport and sport-touring	120/70-17, 150/60-17	S 180 km/h, 58 load
Angel City	Urban and commuter	140/70-17, 130/70-17	S 180 km/h, 66 load

Reading the markings

Every Pirelli tyre carries a load index and speed symbol. A 58S rating handles a 236 kg max load at up to 180 km/h, while a 66S handles 300 kg at the same speed. The TL marking confirms tubeless construction. Front and rear fitments differ in width: a 110/70-17 front pairs with a wider 150/60-17 rear for the right contact patch balance. Australian road rules require a minimum 1.5 mm tread depth, and most riders replace at 2 mm to keep wet grip.

Match your tyres to your gear

Grip is only half the safety equation. Pair fresh rubber with EN 17092 rated riding gear: AAA is the highest abrasion class, AA suits most road work and A covers lighter summer use. Add CE Level 1 armour for everyday riding or CE Level 2 for higher impact protection at the shoulders, elbows, hips and knees. Always fit a tyre that meets or exceeds your bike original load index and speed rating, and replace in matched pairs to keep the 17 inch profile consistent.

Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between the Pirelli Diablo Rosso Sport and Angel City?

The Diablo Rosso Sport is a sport-touring compound tuned for grip and mileage on faster rides, while the Angel City is built for urban and commuter use with strong wet-weather performance. Pick the Sport for spirited road riding and the City for daily commuting.

How do I read the size on a Pirelli tyre?

A marking like 120/70-17 means a 120 mm section width, a 70 percent aspect ratio and a 17 inch rim diameter. The 58S code after it is the load index and speed symbol, where 58 supports 236 kg and S allows up to 180 km/h.

Should I replace both tyres at the same time?

Replacing front and rear together keeps profiles and grip levels matched, which makes handling more predictable. If only one is worn, a fresh tyre on a worn partner can upset balance, so pairing them is the safer choice for road riding.

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