The New TKC 80 Generation 2
Motorcycles
Product / Gear
2025-11-01
Author
tshansen
Successor to the iconic Continental tire with over 40 years of experience.
The TKC80 is loved and hated by many. Maybe the first read knobby tire that was offered for the big ADV bikes back in the days.
Now so many years later they have decided to step up and want back in to the adventure market. They aim at the perfect tire in the 50/50 range. which is a smart move in my opinion.
New rubber compound performs in dry and wet conditions
The new rubber compound offers better balance between grip on various surfaces and provides wear resistance. The TKC 80² not only impresses with its mileage on long journeys, but also with its secure grip in cold and wet conditions thanks to the Continental RainGrip technology. This is a big advantage for adventure riders riding in all weather conditions. “Our new flexible rubber compound adapts perfectly to the micro-roughness of the asphalt, providing excellent grip.
https://www.continental.com/en/press/press-releases/20251029-tkc-802/
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