Pirelli P ZERO™ Race SL‑R TLR Road Tyre

Favoured by elite racers and available through leading Brisbane bike shops, the P ZERO™ Race SL‑R TLR is perfectly suited to high‑performance road bikes, time trial machines, and professional bike fitting and race preparation services across Queensland.

Aerodynamics Optimised as a Complete Wheel System

The SL‑R introduces PAAS – Pirelli Advanced Aerodynamic System, a CFD‑developed tyre profile that improves airflow attachment between rim and tyre. This reduces flow separation at speed and enhances the rim “sailing effect”, lowering overall aerodynamic drag.

Unlike traditional road tyres, the SL‑R is designed to perform as part of a tyre‑and‑wheel system, making it an ideal match for modern wide carbon rims commonly used in racing and fast group rides around Brisbane.

LiteCORE Construction for Maximum Speed and Suppleness

At the heart of the P ZERO™ Race SL‑R is LiteCORE construction, Pirelli’s lightest and most efficient tubeless casing. With a 120 TPI structure, LiteCORE delivers extremely low rolling resistance while maintaining excellent compliance, improving comfort and grip at race pressures.

This casing makes the SL‑R the fastest and most supple tubeless road tyre in the P ZERO™ range, ideal for long races, hard training blocks, and time trial efforts.

SmartEVO² Compound for Grip and Control

The SmartEVO² compound represents Pirelli’s most advanced road rubber to date. Developed from motorsport‑derived smart polymers and manufactured in Italy near Pirelli’s global R&D headquarters, SmartEVO² improves grip—particularly on wet roads—while reducing rolling resistance to class‑leading levels.

The result is predictable cornering, strong braking traction, and confident handling, even when Queensland road conditions change quickly.

Built for Racing, Time Trialling and Fast Training

With its slick tread, fine‑tuned micro‑texture, and integrated aerodynamic features, the P ZERO™ Race SL‑R TLR is optimised for:

• Road racing and criteriums
• Time trial and triathlon setups
• High‑speed group rides
• Performance‑focused training

It is frequently recommended during bike fitting and race wheel setups in Brisbane, where tyre width, rim interface, and pressure play a crucial role in efficiency and comfort.

Sizes and Technical Details

Model: Pirelli P ZERO™ Race SL‑R TLR
Construction: 120 TPI, tubeless‑ready
Compound: SmartEVO²

700 × 28 (ETRTO 622‑28)

• Recommended rim: 19C
• Weight: 275 g

700 × 30 (ETRTO 622‑30)

• Recommended rim: 21C
• Weight: 295 g

Both sizes are optimised for modern wide rims and support lower pressures for enhanced grip, comfort, and rolling efficiency.

Made in Italy, Tuned for Modern Racing

Manufactured in Italy, the P ZERO™ Race SL‑R TLR reflects Pirelli’s race heritage and attention to detail. From casing to compound, every element is refined to meet the demands of the fastest riders in the world—now available to performance cyclists throughout Brisbane and South East Queensland.