Shinko – 230 Tour Master Tire (Front)

Overview

The Shinko 230 Tour Master is a bias-ply tire, built for front fitment, in 10 sizes covering 16- through 21-inch wheels. Size-specific construction, load and speed ratings are listed in the spec table below.

Key Features

• Designed for long distance, high speed riding
• Aramid belted
• Staggered tread design offers a quiet ride with excellent handling
• Outstanding dry and wet weather performance
• Many sizes available with a V Speed Rating (149 MPH)

Why We Like It

• The bias-ply carcass soaks up surface imperfections better than a radial, and it is a large part of why this tire costs what it does.
• Top speed rating in this range is V (149 mph), so the rating is not the limiting factor on most bikes it fits.
• 10 sizes covering 16- through 21-inch wheels unusually broad fitment, which is why it turns up on so many different builds.
• Tubeless throughout the range fewer parts, and a roadside plug is a realistic repair.

Why You’d Like It

• You put real miles on a cruiser or tourer and care more about mileage and straight-line stability than lap times.
• It fits 16- through 21-inch wheels the range is wide, so check your sidewall before ordering.
• This is the front fitment pair it with the matching rear if you are replacing both ends.
• Pricing runs $93.46 to $176.76 depending on size.

Specs at a Glance