Avon Speedmaster Tyres

Avon Speedmaster Motorcycle Tyres

The Avon Speedmaster range is one of the most recognisable and enduring names in classic motorcycle tyres. With a heritage stretching back to the postwar era, the Speedmaster has become synonymous with traditional ribbed front styling, dependable road manners, and the unmistakable period look that suits British singles and twins from the 1940s through to the 1970s. For riders who want authenticity without sacrificing modern construction quality, the Avon Speedmaster remains the definitive choice.

The hallmark of the Speedmaster is its distinctive ribbed tread pattern, a design that has been fitted to countless machines from BSA, Triumph, Norton, Ariel, Matchless, and Royal Enfield. This classic pattern not only delivers the light, predictable steering these bikes were designed around, but also gives restorations and well-used machines alike the correct period stance. 

Whether you’re preparing a concours standard preunit Triumph or keeping a postwar Norton ES2 on the road, the Speedmaster front tyre provides the authentic look and feel that enthusiasts value.

Avon continues to manufacture the Speedmaster using modern materials and qualitycontrol standards, ensuring consistency, durability, and reliable performance on today’s roads. 

The tyre is available in a range of popular classic sizes, making it suitable for everything from lightweight 250cc singles to larger 650cc and 750cc twins. Many riders pair the Speedmaster front with a traditional blockpattern rear such as the Avon Safety Mileage, creating a period correct combination that mirrors original factory fitments.

At Vintage Tyres, we stock the full range of Avon Speedmaster tyres, all supplied fresh and stored correctly to preserve quality. Whether you’re restoring a cherished classic or simply keeping a favourite machine in regular use, the Speedmaster offers the ideal blend of heritage styling and dependable modern construction.