Description
Riders bouncing between commuting, canyon carving, and the occasional track day tend to gravitate toward the Avon Spirit ST because it does not force a compromise between wet-weather security and dry-road feedback. Sport-touring riders tend to notice the difference most in mixed weather, where a lot of touring compounds go vague the moment the pavement gets damp, while the Spirit ST holds its bite through that transition.
- Ultra-high performance hypersport touring category, tuned for mixed street and highway riding
- Casing tuned for stability under load, which matters when the bike is carrying luggage or a passenger
- Consistent warm-up behavior helps the tire find grip quickly rather than needing an extended break-in lap
- Tread pattern channels water away from the contact patch to keep wet-road confidence high on the highway
- Profile designed to hold its line through fast, sweeping corners without the vague feel some touring tires develop at speed
- Highly loaded silica compound combined with state-of-the-art polymer technology improves both wet and dry traction
This particular Spirit ST comes in the rear 170/60ZR17 72W TL size, matched to the sidewall spec many sport-touring platforms call for, so check your bike’s manual before checkout. The silica-rich compound also tends to age a bit more gracefully in storage than harder touring compounds, which is worth knowing if you keep a spare mounted for track days.
