Available from early 2027, the new ANGEL™ GT III radial Sport Touring tyre retains Pirelli’s sporting DNA whilst offering even better handling, more consistent performance and improved wet-weather capabilities compared with its predecessors
Available from early 2027, the new ANGEL™ GT III radial Sport Touring tyre retains Pirelli’s sporting DNA whilst offering even better handling, more consistent performance and improved wet-weather capabilities compared with its predecessorsPirelli introduces ANGEL™ GT III, the new radial Sport Touring tyre that, compared with its predecessors, combines improved, easier handling with enhanced wet-weather capabilities and more consistent performance throughout its service life, whilst retaining Pirelli’s sporting DNA. In comparison with the other products of the ANGEL™ family, the rear tyre of the ANGEL™ GT III is designed for enhanced durability and reducing rolling noise for improved comfort, thanks to a new tread pattern. It also features a high-contrast sidewall with the ANGEL™ symbol and Gran Turismo lettering.
ANGEL™ GT III builds on the legacy of the ANGEL™ family, which has helped to raise standards in the radial Sport Touring segment over the past fifteen years for motorcyclists seeking a balance of sporty performance, riding enjoyment and long-distance touring capability.
Available from early 2027, ANGEL™ GT III represents the fourth generation of the ANGEL™ family, which began with ANGEL™ ST and subsequently evolved with ANGEL™ GT and ANGEL™ GT II. The range has supported Pirelli’s steady expansion in the radial Sport Touring segment, one of the most important in the European market. Each generation has introduced technological and performance advances, earning growing recognition from riders and helping strengthen the brand’s presence in the segment.
Developed to meet the needs of modern mid- and large-displacement Sport Touring, Crossover and Naked motorcycles, ANGEL™ GT III was designed around a clear objective: to deliver Pirelli’s interpretation of the Gran Turismo riding experience, with a high level of control, comfort and riding enjoyment.
The new tyre stands out first and foremost for improvement in easier handling (soft handling), a characteristic particularly valued by riders using this category of tyres. Pirelli’s designers targeted the development of the tyre to help make the motorcycle feel more intuitive, smoother and less demanding to ride, both in everyday use and on long journeys, whilst keeping the precision and responsiveness characteristic of the brand’s sporting DNA.
Particular attention was also paid to wet performance, an area in which Pirelli worked to further strengthen its market position. ANGEL™ GT III was designed to deliver a strong sense of confidence and control on wet roads and in low-grip conditions, further raising the standards already achieved by the previous generations.
Another key focus of the tyre’s design was performance consistency throughout its service life. Thanks to extensive development work, ANGEL™ GT III was developed to deliver more uniform and consistent dynamic characteristics over time, even as wear increases, allowing riders to continue enjoying high levels of control and riding enjoyment over time.
Whilst improving comfort and ease of riding, ANGEL™ GT III remains true to Pirelli’s heritage and sporty DNA. Its focus on sport performance, steering precision and support during more spirited riding reaffirms the tyre’s distinctive character, allowing riders to enjoy a typical Pirelli experience, even over long distances.
Touring comfort has been further enhanced through dedicated work to reduce rolling noise of the rear tyre, an especially important consideration for those who use their motorcycles for touring and to cover long distances. The resulting reduced riding fatigue contributes not only to the enjoyment of the journey, but also to overall control.
Aesthetically, ANGEL™ GT III evolves the family’s visual identity whilst retaining its distinctive features. The new tread pattern revisits and reinterprets the signature graphic elements that have made the ANGEL™ range recognisable, creating a strong connection with its predecessors whilst expressing a clear evolution in styling.
The tyre also introduces a new high-contrast sidewall design, enhanced by the iconic ANGEL™ logo and Gran Turismo lettering, a direct reference to a concept deeply rooted in Italian motorcycling culture: travelling swiftly, comfortably and in style. ANGEL™ GT III authentically embodies this philosophy, combining a sporting soul with a touring spirit in a tyre designed to accompany riders on any road.
With ANGEL™ GT III, Pirelli opens a new chapter in its Sport Touring history, reaffirming its commitment to continued innovation and to raising the bar in the segment just as every generation of the ANGEL™ family has done since its debut.
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Original post on modernclassicbikes.co.uk and published by Frank Duggan. Frank is the Founder and Editor of Modern Classic Motorcycle News, an independent motorcycle publication covering modern classic motorcycles, roadsters, scramblers, cruisers, electric motorcycles and the wider motorcycle industry.
