Honda Korea (CEO Lee Ji-hong) announced on the 14th that it has signed a strategic memorandum of understanding (MOU) with global premium tire brand Pirelli Korea for the supply of premium tires exclusively for motorcycles.
Pirelli is a tire specialist brand established in 1872 in Milan, Italy, developing and manufacturing tires for motorcycles, automobiles, and bicycles. It is recognized in the global market for high compatibility and quality reliability and has supplied original equipment (OE) tires for major models of Honda motorcycles.
Through this MOU, Honda motorcycle buyers can purchase Pirelli's premium tires exclusively for motorcycles at official Honda motorcycle dealers and sales points nationwide starting May 21. At Honda motorcycle official dealers, a total of 56 types of premium tires applicable to large models will be available, while sales points will carry 15 types of premium tires suitable for small motorcycles.
Koichi Mizuno, executive director of Honda Korea's motorcycle division, stated during the signing ceremony on the 13th, “We will continue to strive to reflect the needs of Honda motorcycle customers and deliver products with high satisfaction.”
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