The German brand specialized in the tire sector, Continental, offers us different options and ranges of models with which to fit our mount. Today we want to review three of these options aimed at those users who love 100% asphalt use: Conti Road, ContiRoadAttack 4 and ContiSportAttack 4.
Each of them offers us different possibilities depending on the level of demand and needs that we need at all times. That is why we must clearly distinguish which precisely these are so as not to make a mistake when choosing one or another Continental model.
Continental ContiRoad: The sport-touring tire that goes for everything
The Continental ContiRoad are designed for those users who carry out Sport-Touring driving and are looking for a motorcycle tire that is a little more accessible, but that offers good general performance without leaving aside effectiveness and efficiency.
On the other hand, they stand out for their high degree of versatility, since it is presented as an option compatible with many types of motorcycles and valid for mixed use, urban, tourism and sport. In terms of development, Continental uses in its ContiRoad:
- ZeroDegree: This technology optimizes shock absorption and guarantees the user extreme stability at high speeds.
- RainGrip: This exclusive Continental compound gives the tire more grip on wet or slippery surfaces, also increasing mileage.
- Performance Over Time: This technology ensures a consistent level of performance, even after thousands of miles thanks to a combination of MultiGrip, casing construction and tread design.
Among its most relevant technical characteristics we would highlight:
- Developed in Germany
- Manageability
- Durability
- Good wet performance
- Grip
In summary
If yours is a mixed use between city, highway and weekend routes at a medium pace, the Continental ContiRoad They are the ideal tire with which to fit your mount. Its great grip and optimal performance in the wet provide us with extra security in each movement, to which we must add good stability in curves, high performance in acceleration and safety in braking.
Continental ContiRoadAttack 4
If we go one step higher within Continental's asphalt range we find these ContiRoadAttack 4. After almost two decades on the market, the ContiRoadAttack are synonymous with versatility, but also with strong sensations if we decide to increase the pace.
To do this, it has the latest technology, such as:
- TractionSkin: prevents the tire from “skidding” in its first few meters. The initial break-in of the tire is eliminated by providing it with a “micro-rough” surface, making it the safest tire from the beginning.
- MultiGrip: It is a compound vulcanized at different temperatures that provides more resistance/strength in the central area of the tread to last for more kilometers and not “wear out.”
- ZeroDegree: This technology optimizes shock absorption and guarantees the user extreme stability at high speeds.
- RainGrip: This exclusive Continental compound gives the tire more grip on wet or slippery surfaces, also increasing mileage.
- EasyHandling: This technology allows the tire to have linear maneuverability even when cornering. At the same time, the precision and sensations with the surface improve to make the tire that features this technology a reference.
- GripLimitFeedback: Ensures that riders can better feel the performance of the tires, transmitting more faithful sensations during extreme lean angles. In critical situations, it is essential for the driver to receive information about the tires at an early stage to achieve a higher level of control at the limit.
Among its most relevant technical characteristics we would highlight:
- Developed and manufactured in Germany
- Maximum versatility
- Durability
- Suitable for a wide range of motorcycle types
- Features at the current technological level that motorcycles equip
In summary
The Continental ContiRoadAttack 4 are positioned as the tire that combines versatility and performance in the same product. Halfway between sport-touring or sports use, the ContiRoadAttack 4 stands out for being safe, easy and intuitive to use, enabling wide-range riding on mounts with different philosophies, from a KTM 1290 Super Duke GT to a BMW S 1000 XS, passing through the Kawasaki Z900.
Continental ContiSportAttack 4
The latest Continental asphalt model that reaches this small guide is the ContiSportAttack 4, which the brand itself defines as ideal for a “more demanding super-sport use with the ability to provide the user with the performance necessary to enjoy the road like a professional driver.”
Perhaps we are looking at one of the most complete road tires currently on the market, as they can offer us a level of versatility and performance within the reach of very few rivals. To do this, it uses the latest advances in technology:
- MultiGrip: It is a compound vulcanized at different temperatures that provides more resistance/strength in the central area of the tread to last for more kilometers and not “wear out.”
- TractionSkin: prevents the tire from “skidding” in its first few meters. The initial break-in of the tire is eliminated by providing it with a “micro-rough” surface, making it the safest tire from the beginning.
- ZeroDegree: This technology optimizes shock absorption and guarantees the user extreme stability at high speeds.
- RainGrip: This exclusive Continental compound gives the tire more grip on wet or slippery surfaces, also increasing mileage.
- GripLimitFeedback: Ensures that riders can better feel the performance of the tires, transmitting more faithful sensations during extreme lean angles. In critical situations, it is essential for the driver to receive information about the tires at an early stage to achieve a higher level of control at the limit.
Among its most relevant technical characteristics we would highlight:
- Designed for sports use
- Developed and manufactured in Germany
- Can be used both on and off the court
- Maximum adhesion
- High grip rates even in cold temperatures
In summary
If yours are frames like the BMW S 1000 XR, Suzuki Hayabusa or Kawasaki Z H2, the Continental ContiSportAttack 4 are probably the ideal tires to fit them. We are talking about a tire prepared to withstand very high power, capable of taking it to the ground with the greatest traction and maximum grip. All this without forgetting the efficiency where its BlackChili compound prolongs the useful life of these ContiSportAttack 4.
Final conclusion
As we already mentioned in the subtitle of this article, Continental has “a perfect tire for every user”. If you are looking for versatility, durability and a good price-quality ratio, the ContiRoad is your tire of choice. If you also want to go one step further in terms of performance, then we recommend the ContiRoadAttack 4.
Finally, if you need extra grip and the security that you will be able to demand the maximum from your tire on and off the track, then we recommend installing ContiSportAttack 4, synonymous with maximum grip in any circumstance.
More information on the official Continental website or at any authorized distributor of the brand.
