“Just over 4k miles. Front tire is no longer round. And rear tire is tearing of small pieces.. Would not recommend for cruisers... Tire pressure always to spec. Just one summer tire”
Avon Cobra Chrome
The Cobra Chrome is a replacement for the popular Cobra range which has a well-established reputation in the custom and cruiser segments.
With an advanced construction design, the Cobra Chrome delivers improved stability and durability in all conditions for precise feel and tire feedback. Avon's latest pattern produces over a 5 percent larger footprint to maximise grip and uses the latest compound technology to improve tread life by 10 percent compared with its predecessor. The use of enhanced compounds means that the Cobra Chrome offers excellent wet braking and handling properties.
With rears up to 23 inches in diameter and widths of up 330mm, the new range comes in a wide variety of specifications and sizes to cover cruisers, tourers and custom bikes. The white sidewall option Cobra Chrome is the ultimate statement of individuality, and with 14 options available, more riders will be able to enjoy the look of Cobra Chrome whitewall tires. All variants feature a stylish Cobra-themed design with a snakeskin appearance and embossed Cobra head logo on the tread edge for enhanced aesthetics.
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Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tire - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.
- 10owner reviews
- 70,300miles driven
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Across 10 owner ratings the Avon Cobra Chrome averages 79%. Owners rate Dry Grip highest at 8.9 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 6.3. 3 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 70% of owners score it 70% or better.
Owner ratings averaged from 10 ratings
- Owner score 79%
- Dry Grip 89%
- Comfort 89%
- Wet Grip 85%
- Handling 84%
- Road Feedback 81%
- Wear 63%
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“A while ago I purchased front & rear White walled Avon Cobra Chrome for my 2002 Harley Sportster XL1200c. One afternoon there was a slight drizzle making the roads damp. I was doing between 25-30 mph. Going round a...”
“I use these tires on a Honda Valkyrie motorcycle, mine are 4 years old and I have done 20K+ on them at some point this year I will have to replace them due to fair ware and tare. One thing you have take into account is...”
All 10 Avon Cobra Chrome reviews
- 225/45 R17
- 3,500 miles
These Avon Cobra Chrome tires were offered at a buy now reduced rate. Excellent grip in the dry. I did have an incident in the wet on a freshly tarmaced road. Where the back end slipped out on a bend. Causing me to drop the bike. But overall these Cobra Chrome tires look smart. Give a good ride. I will definitely buy again when they're replaced👍👍🙂
- Harley-Davidson Fatboy
- 200/55 R17
- 4,000 miles
I am a mature rider riding an old harley fatboy on days out around Wales mainly.The tire is comfortable and stable but after 3000 miles the mot guy recommends a new back tire 4000 its completely gone (thats not even one summer) .I am amazed at how many miles they say these tires can do
- Kawasaki Vulcan 1600
- 180/65 R16
- 4,300 miles
- Mostly Town
- Easy Going
Would not recommend for cruisers...
Tire pressure always to spec.
Just one summer tire
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