Pirelli is taking the ANGEL family into its fourth generation with the ANGEL GT III, a new radial Sport Touring tyre for mid- and large-displacement motorcycles. The design also targets crossover and naked models, while availability is scheduled to begin in early 2027.

The central development aim is easier, more intuitive handling. Pirelli says the tyre is intended to make a motorcycle feel smoother and less demanding in both everyday use and long-distance riding. At the same time, it retains the steering precision and direct response associated with the range’s sporting character. That gives the ANGEL GT III a broad brief: touring riders need comfort and control over long hours, but they also expect support when the pace rises on a more engaging road.

Wet roads, wear and rolling noise

Wet-weather behaviour is a major part of the new tyre’s development. Pirelli has focused on providing a stronger sense of confidence and control on wet roads and in low-grip conditions, building on the capabilities of the previous generations. The company has also targeted greater consistency over time. As the tyre wears, its dynamic characteristics are intended to remain more uniform, so the riding response does not change as sharply through its service life.

The rear tyre receives a new tread pattern designed to bring greater durability and lower rolling noise. That acoustic improvement matters particularly in touring use, where noise and fatigue become more noticeable over long distances. The ANGEL GT III nevertheless keeps sport performance in the foreground, with emphasis on steering accuracy, support and enjoyment during more spirited riding. Comfort is therefore treated as part of the overall riding experience rather than as a replacement for responsiveness.

The ANGEL family moves forward

The ANGEL GT III follows the ANGEL ST, ANGEL GT and ANGEL GT II, extending a family that has been present in the radial Sport Touring category for the past fifteen years. Its new tread revisits the graphic elements associated with the range, while the sidewalls introduce a high-contrast treatment featuring the ANGEL symbol and Gran Turismo lettering.

Pirelli is presenting the tyre as its latest interpretation of the Gran Turismo concept: a product intended to combine touring comfort with sporting ability across daily riding and extended journeys. The emphasis is not limited to durability or reduced fatigue. Control, riding enjoyment and a more consistent character as mileage accumulates are equally central to the ANGEL GT III, which is due to reach the market from early 2027.