Dunlop withdraw rear slick tyres from IoM TT

Friday, 27 May 2022 15:07

By Meg Walker

Dunlop Tyres has announced its withdrawing its rear Superbike slick tyre from this year's TT.

According to a Belfast news website the decision was made after safety issues at the North West 200, affecting riders such as Michael Dunlop and Peter Hickman.

A statement from the manufacturer says they've decided to withdraw the KR108 slick rear tyre range from the 2022 Isle of Man TT Races, and offer a treaded range as an alternative option.

Dunlop is currently the official tyre partner of this year's races, with the first practice happening this Sunday.

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