Shinko tires may not have the latest in motorcycle tire technology compared to larger brands like Michelin or Dunlop, but they do offer pretty decent quality at much more affordable prices. If you want the best tires available, you'll probably look elsewhere, but if you want good value, Shinko tires are a good option.

Reality is, Shinko was founded in Japan and these motorcycle tires are actually made in South Korea; while the brand had some teething issues in its earlier years of production, you don't hear the same horror stories these days. Yes, Shinkos are built to a price point, but the company isn't based on pirated ideas.

Motorcycle tyre size explained Here is what these codes mean: 180 : The width of the tyre, expressed in millimetres. 55 : The aspect ratio (the sidewall height as a proportion of the tyre width). ZR : The "R" stands for Radial construction.

In 1998 the Shinko Group purchased the motorcycle tire technology and molds from Yokohama Rubber Co., and began production of these products under the Shinko Tire brand.