Continental SSR (Self Supporting Runflat) Tire

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Reinforced sidewalls

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Tire pressure monitoring sensor

In the case of puncture, this prevents the sidewall from being crushed between the rim and the road or from slipping off the rim.
Advantages
• Usage of standard rims
• Up to 150km service performance in case of inflation pressure loss at 80km/h
• Tire mounting with standard equipment
Disadvantages
• 10%-15% additional weight
• 10%-15% worse rolling resistance
• Subjective comfort rating half a note worse

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