It's a key component in your motorcycle: you shouldn't waste your money

Do you know how to choose the tires for your motorcycle or scooter? Yes, because scooters also have their performance affected by the tires they use.

As people often say, all tires are "black and round," or at least that's the first thing that comes to mind.

But unlike the automobile sector, where price is the deciding factor, on your motorcycle or scooter there are many factors that affect you.

This doesn't mean that car drivers don't care about their vehicle's performance by installing just anything...

The truth is that it's more common to find any driver, with their car, at a tire shop more lost than Wally...

This shouldn't be your case. Think calmly about what kind of use you're going to give your two-wheeled companion and go ahead and install the tires you really need.

1. Total use of the motorcycle or scooter

Now total use is very trendy for motorcycles... and even for scooters, with the "off-road" versions that have been attracting so much attention lately.

However, in the end, we practice a type of riding that leans more toward asphalt, with a high probability, than any other option.

Keep this in mind when choosing your next set of tires. Otherwise, if you're drawn to off-road, mixed models can ease the situation, but not "like magic."

Conclusion: if you're into trail motorcycles or scooters and you're going to ride on trails from time to time, think more about asphalt performance to optimize.

2. I'm more into sporty performance

If you like curves more than a child likes chalk, it's clear: it's perfect for you to go for the sport range, which is large and varied.

Be careful, because if you seek maximum grip, you'll lose performance when riding in low temperatures or on wet surfaces, for example.

It's something you don't pay attention to... until it happens and you remember all the holy apostles: pay close attention to safety and minimize risks.

How do you find your sport tire? Always depending on the type of use and performance percentage: the more curves, the greater the grip and the sooner the wear.

However, an ultra-soft tire can't be compared to any other more versatile alternative. If you want action, you'll have it.

In return, the investment won't last as long but, yes, it'll be more satisfying in other areas, where feelings and control are essential.

How do you tell them apart? Each brand categorizes them for this purpose, from the most extreme and radical (track days) to others that are more "open." Pay attention.

Yes, because the latter drain more water if you need it and heat up faster than others, but remember: the sport range offers hardly any concessions.

Maximum tire surface on the asphalt, with minimal tread and carcasses that can withstand strong acceleration and braking, set the trend here.

3. I want them to last as long as possible

Here we enter the realm of saving every cent. It's always worth saying that you have something to gain, yes, but quite a bit to lose.

The main brands specializing in motorcycle and scooter tires spend huge budgets on developing their products.

If you choose among the cheapest while demanding performance, the equation won't always "work out in your favor," with performance sometimes even tending to be just adequate...

If what you're going to do is ride straight for a long time, turning very little (long highway stretches, city, etc.), you have two options.

On one hand, the typical long-lasting, high-load tire, with tough carcasses and rubber that keeps its round shape for many miles (km).

They're hard and critical tires when they start to lose shape, with delicate lateral steps.

On the other hand, you can at least choose a dual-compound type, with a harder center and sides designed to offer more grip in curves.