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The ContiTrailAttack 4 is Continental’s new 90/10 adventure tire, built for riders who spend about 90% of their time on pavement and 10% on gravel. It replaces the ContiTrailAttack 3 with a full silica compound, Continental’s MultiZoneBelt steel belt and a new cross-ply 90/90-21 front for big adventure bikes with 21-inch wheels. Continental says most sizes go on sale in the first quarter of 2027; it has not announced a US price yet.
This is a research-based launch report, not a review. We have not ridden on the ContiTrailAttack 4. The facts come from Continental’s October 27, 2026 press release and RevZilla’s listings for the tires it competes with, checked on November 8, 2026.
ContiTrailAttack 4 specs
| Spec | ContiTrailAttack 4 |
|---|---|
| Type | Adventure tire, radial and cross-ply sizes |
| Road / off-road split | 90/10 (Continental) |
| Replaces | ContiTrailAttack 3 |
| Compound | Full silica |
| Construction | MultiZoneBelt steel belt: stiffer center zone, more flexible shoulders |
| 21-inch front | New cross-ply carcass and revised apex in 90/90-21 |
| Tubeless | New innerliner makes all sizes tubeless-compatible |
| Front sizes | 90/90-21 (54V), 110/80 R19 59V, 120/70 ZR19 60W, 100/90-19 57H |
| Rear sizes | 140/80 R17 69V, 150/70 R17 69V, 150/70 ZR18 70W, 170/60 R17 72V, 170/60 ZR17 72W K, 130/80-17 65H, 120/90-17 64S |
| Availability | Q1 2027 for most sizes; 100/90-19 and 130/80-17 in Q2 2027; 120/90-17 in Q3 2027 |
| US price | Not announced |
The “K” rear in 170/60 ZR17 is a special version for adventure bikes that need a higher speed index. Continental says it can be paired with the regular front tire. If you are unsure what the load and speed codes on your current tires mean, our guide on how to read a motorcycle tire explains each part of the sidewall.
What’s new versus the ContiTrailAttack 3
- Full silica compound. Continental says it warms up faster and grips better in both the wet and the dry. That matters most on cold mornings and on wet mountain passes, where an adventure tire spends a lot of its life.
- MultiZoneBelt. The steel belt has a dimensionally stable center zone for straight-line stability at speed and more flexible shoulder zones that give a larger contact patch when the bike is leaned over.
- A cross-ply 21-inch front. The biggest change for riders of 21-inch-front bikes. The new 90/90-21 uses a cross-ply carcass, a revised apex and newer materials, which Continental says give more precise steering and calmer handling.
- Tubeless-ready across the range. A new innerliner makes every size tubeless-compatible. If your bike has spoked rims that need tubes, check the rim, not just the tire. Our guide to changing a motorcycle tire covers both setups.
- A new tread pattern. A solid center backbone with grooves that open toward the shoulder, aimed at mileage, stability and some bite on gravel.
Who the ContiTrailAttack 4 is for
It is for owners of big and mid-size adventure bikes who mostly ride paved roads and only leave them for fire roads and gravel shortcuts. Continental lists the BMW R 1300 GS and F 900 GS, Honda CRF1100L Africa Twin, KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rallye Pro, Ducati Multistrada V4 S, CFMoto MT 800 X and Voge DS 900X as suitable models.
A 90/10 tire is not a dirt tire. If your rides include mud, sand or rocky two-track, look at 70/30 or 50/50 tires instead. Our explainer on dual-sport tire ratios shows what each split can handle, and our best dual-sport tires guide covers the more off-road options.
ContiTrailAttack 4 vs Anakee Road, Scorpion Trail III and Tourance Next 2
Until it reaches US shops, these are the road-biased adventure tires it will compete with. All four are on sale at RevZilla now.
| Tire | Positioning | RevZilla price per tire (Nov 8, 2026) |
|---|---|---|
| ContiTrailAttack 4 | 90/10 adventure, new for 2027 | Not listed yet |
| Continental Trail Attack 3 | Road-biased adventure (the outgoing model) | About $213 to $306 |
| Michelin Anakee Road | 90/10 adventure touring | About $184 to $286 |
| Pirelli Scorpion Trail III | Road-focused adventure, successor to the Trail II | About $161 to $292 |
| Metzeler Tourance Next 2 | Road-focused adventure touring, wet braking focus | About $210 to $265 |
Prices vary by size; the range shows RevZilla’s lowest and highest listed size.
Continental Trail Attack 3: the tire the new one replaces. It is still in stock at RevZilla, so it is the obvious pick if you liked it and need tires before the new one arrives.
Michelin Anakee Road: Michelin’s 90/10 adventure touring tire, made for long-distance riders on mostly paved roads. It is the closest like-for-like rival.
Pirelli Scorpion Trail III: Pirelli’s road-focused adventure tire and the successor to the Scorpion Trail II. It suits riders who want a familiar road-first tire with some gravel ability.
Metzeler Tourance Next 2: Metzeler’s adventure touring tire, with new compounds and Hyperbase construction aimed at wet braking and stability.
Price and availability by market
- Launch: Continental says the ContiTrailAttack 4 is available from the first quarter of 2027.
- By size: nine sizes in Q1 2027, the 100/90-19 front and 130/80-17 rear in Q2 2027, and the 120/90-17 rear in Q3 2027.
- United States: no price or US date announced yet. RevZilla does not list it as of November 8, 2026.
- Europe and UK: no prices announced yet.
We will update this page when US pricing appears. Until then, check how much life your current set has left with our guide on how long motorcycle tires last, and carry a tire plug kit on longer trips.
FAQ
When does the ContiTrailAttack 4 come out?
Continental says it is available from the first quarter of 2027. Two sizes follow in Q2 2027 and the 120/90-17 rear in Q3 2027.
How much will the ContiTrailAttack 4 cost?
Continental has not announced prices. For reference, the ContiTrailAttack 3 listed at about $213 to $306 per tire at RevZilla on November 8, 2026, depending on size.
Is the ContiTrailAttack 4 good off-road?
It is a 90/10 tire, so it is designed for pavement first with occasional gravel. For mud, sand or rocks, a 70/30 or 50/50 tire is the better choice.
Is the ContiTrailAttack 4 tubeless?
Continental says a new innerliner makes all sizes tubeless-compatible. Spoked rims that are not sealed still need a tube.
Which bikes does the ContiTrailAttack 4 fit?
Continental names the BMW R 1300 GS and F 900 GS, Honda Africa Twin, KTM 1390 Super Adventure S EVO, Triumph Tiger 1200 Rallye Pro, Ducati Multistrada V4 S, CFMoto MT 800 X and Voge DS 900X. Check your bike’s sizes against the size table above.
Verdict
The ContiTrailAttack 4 looks like a careful update rather than a reinvention: a silica compound, a new belt and a much-improved 21-inch front for the bikes that need it. Riders who liked the ContiTrailAttack 3 have a reason to wait for spring, while anyone who needs tires now can choose the outgoing model or one of the rivals above. For the whole picture, see our best motorcycle tires guide.
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