Pirelli launches DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa

The new DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa represents a sportier version of the DIABLO ROSSO IV supersport tire, designed according to Pirelli to satisfy the most demanding motorcyclists looking for a tire capable of high performance, to maximize the potential of their to make full use of bicycles.

DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa was born the year Pirelli celebrates its 150th anniversary and becomes an integral part of the celebrations. In 2022, a limited edition DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa pays tribute to this milestone and features the 150th anniversary Pirelli logo on the sidewall.

The main advantages of the DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa, according to Pirelli, are better grip in dry conditions, improved high-performance handling and precise feedback and consistency over multiple riding sessions.

To start with that first. Pirelli has modified the grooves of the drainage profile, resulting in a 25% higher land/sea ratio on the side than the DIABLO ROSSO IV. In other words: at the edge of the tire you have 25% more rubber.

In the central zone of the tread, the longitudinal grooves must ensure good drainage and stability, as well as proportional wear. The position of the grooves should also have provided structural stability for that better consistency over multiple sessions.

As far as rubber composition is concerned, Pirelli has used two different compounds. On the front tire, the central portion of the tread has a Full Silica compound and comprises approximately 45% of the tread, or up to a 25° lean angle. The sides of the tread have a softer rubber compound that is also Full Silica.

The rear tire is also dual-compound, with Full Silica in the central part to ensure that the tire heats up quickly and to create excellent chemical grip under different asphalt conditions. 100% Carbon Black is applied to the sides of the tread, which is derived directly from the DIABLO Supercorsa SC racing tires.

Let’s talk about the tire profile. Pirelli says it uses all the know-how gained in the fastest racing series with production engines and that the profiles and profile of the DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa is therefore derived from racing and is characterized by a multi-radius design that improves handling. of the band must have improved.

What has that translated into? In a tread that has a sharper profile in the central zone to facilitate direct turn-in and quick turns, and which is flatter on the outside to create a larger contact patch. This applies to both the front and rear tyre.

Depending on size, the Pirelli DIABLO ROSSO IV Corsa will be available from January 2022, according to the schedule below.