Michelin raising prices on motorcycle tires, accessories

Greenville South Carolina--As a result of continuing increases in raw material costs, Michelin North America Inc. is increasing prices for its motorcycle tyres, scooter tyres, tubes and accessories, the company announced Aug. 8.

Effective Sept. 1, replacement tyre prices for Michelin-brand two wheel tyres sold in Canada, Mexico and the United States will increase an average of 5 percent. Additionally, all backorders will be re-priced and shipped at the new price.

From Rubber & Plastics News