NEW: PIRELLI ANGEL™ GT III

Available from early 2027, the new ANGEL™ GT III Sport Touring radial tire preserves Pirelli’s sporting DNA and, compared to its predecessors, offers even more handling, more consistent performance and improved wet grip.

Pirelli presents the ANGEL™ GT III, the new Sport Touring radial tire that, compared to its predecessors, combines improved short-distance handling with enhanced wet grip and more consistent performance throughout its lifespan , preserving Pirelli’s sporting DNA . Compared to other products in the ANGEL™ family, the rear tire of the ANGEL GT™ III has been designed to offer improved durability by reducing roll noise, thus enhancing comfort, thanks to a new tread pattern. Finally, the tire features a high-contrast sidewall with the ANGEL™ logo and Gran Turismo lettering.

ANGEL™ GT III picks up where the ANGEL™ family left off, which over the past fifteen years has contributed to the evolution of segment standards for motorcyclists seeking a balance between sportiness, driving pleasure and long-distance touring capability.

Available from early 2027, the ANGEL™ GT III represents the fourth generation of the ANGEL™ family , which began with the ANGEL™ ST and was subsequently evolved with the ANGEL™ GT and ANGEL™ GT II. The range supported Pirelli’s progressive expansion in the Sport Touring radial segment, one of the most important in the European market. Each generation has introduced significant technological and performance advancements, gaining increasing recognition from users and contributing to the consolidation of the brand’s presence in the segment.

Developed to meet the needs of modern mid- and high-displacement Sport Touring, Crossover and Naked motorcycles, the ANGEL™ GT III has been designed with a clear objective: to offer the Gran Turismo riding experience according to Pirelli’s interpretation, with a high level of control, comfort and riding pleasure.

The new product stands out primarily for its significant improvement in handling during low-effort riding (smooth handling), a feature especially appreciated by users of this tire category. Pirelli’s designers aimed to make the motorcycle more intuitive, fluid, and less demanding for daily riding and long journeys, while preserving the precision and responsiveness typical of the brand’s sporting DNA.

Special attention was also paid to wet performance , an area where Pirelli has worked to further strengthen its market position. The ANGEL™ GT III offers a high level of confidence and control on wet or low-grip asphalt, raising the bar even higher than previous generations.

Another key aspect of the project concerns consistent performance throughout the tire’s lifespan . Thanks to intensive development work, the ANGEL™ GT III maintains more homogeneous and consistent dynamic characteristics over time, even with increasing wear, allowing the rider to continue benefiting from high levels of control and riding pleasure throughout the tire’s lifespan.

While representing a significant leap forward in comfort and ease of riding, the ANGEL™ GT III remains true to Pirelli’s sporting tradition and DNA. Its sporty performance, precise handling, and support on the most dynamic routes confirm the product’s distinctive character, allowing riders to enjoy a typical Pirelli experience even on long journeys.

Ride comfort has been further enhanced thanks to specific improvements to reduce rear tire noise , a particularly important factor for those who use their motorcycles for touring and long-distance travel. Reduced riding fatigue contributes not only to a more enjoyable ride but also to overall safety.

From an aesthetic point of view, the ANGEL™ GT III evolves the family’s visual identity while maintaining its distinctive characteristics. The new design revisits and reinterprets the characteristic graphic references that have made the ANGEL™ range recognizable, creating a strong link with the models that preceded it and expressing a clear stylistic evolution.

The tire also introduces a new high-contrast sidewall design , adorned with the iconic angel symbol and the words Gran Turismo , a direct reference to a concept deeply rooted in Italian motorcycling culture: traveling fast, comfortably, and in style. This philosophy is authentically interpreted by the ANGEL™ GT III , combining a sporty spirit with touring capabilities in a product designed to accompany the rider on any road trip.

With the ANGEL™ GT III, Pirelli opens a new chapter in its history in the Sport Touring segment, confirming its desire to continue innovating and raising the benchmark in the segment, just as each generation of the ANGEL™ family has done since its debut.

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