The Maxxis Minion DHR II borrows its side knobs from the Minion DHF, then widens them for extra support, giving it outstanding cornering grip. Ramped center knobs help it accelerate, siping smooths the transition as you lean the bike over, and paddle-like center knobs bite hard under braking. These DHR II models use the new generation MaxxTerra compound, an all-new rubber formula that Maxxis says delivers 30% more durability and 15% more traction with no loss in rolling efficiency. Available in EXO, EXO+, DoubleDown and Downhill casings for 27.5" and 29" wheels.
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Features:
- Widened side knobs derived from the Minion DHF for exceptional cornering support
- Ramped center knobs for acceleration and paddle-like knobs for braking traction
- Siping for smoother transitions when leaning into corners
- New generation MaxxTerra compound: 30% more durability and 15% more traction with no loss in rolling efficiency
- EXO Casing: 60 TPI with cut and abrasion resistant sidewall protection for general trail use
- EXO+ Casing: adds a butyl insert at the bead for heavy duty trail use
- DoubleDown Casing: two layers of 120 TPI casing with a butyl sidewall insert for enduro
- Downhill Casing: two layers of 60 TPI casing with a large butyl insert for racing, bike park and gravity riding
- 2.40" and 2.50" sizes are optimized for rims with a 30 to 35mm internal width
- Tubeless Ready on all configurations
- Recommended for rear installation, paired with a Minion DHF up front
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Specifications:
| SIZE | 27.5x2.40, 27.5x2.50, 29x2.40, 29x2.50 |
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| ETRTO | 61-584 (27.5x2.40), 63-584 (27.5x2.50), 61-622 (29x2.40), 63-622 (29x2.50) |
| TPI | 60 (EXO, EXO+), 120x2 (DoubleDown), 60x2 (Downhill) |
| BEAD | Foldable |
| COMPOUND | MaxxTerra (new generation) |
| CASING OPTIONS | EXO, EXO+, DoubleDown, Downhill |
| MAX PSI | 50 |
| WEIGHT | 27.5x2.40 EXO: 991g 29x2.40 EXO: 1,067g 27.5x2.40 EXO+: 1,055g 27.5x2.50 EXO+: 1,068g 29x2.40 EXO+: 1,125g 29x2.50 EXO+: 1,134g 27.5x2.40 DD: 1,209g 27.5x2.50 DD: 1,217g 29x2.40 DD: 1,287g 29x2.50 DD: 1,297g 29x2.50 DH: 1,403g |
| TUBELESS READY | Yes |
| RECOMMENDED USE | Rear, All Trail Conditions |
| CATEGORY | Trail, Enduro, Downhill |
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Our thoughts:
The DHR II is the go-to rear tire for a huge number of riders, and for good reason: it corners predictably and brakes like few other tires. The new generation MaxxTerra compound makes it even better value, with more grip and more life out of every tire. With EXO through to Downhill casings on offer, there is a version here for everything from trail bikes to the bike park.