Shinko 525 Cheater Rear Gummy Hard Enduro Tyre

Name: Shinko 525 Cheater Rear Gummy Hard Enduro Tyre
Brand: Shinko
SKU: 447
Availability: InStock

Shinko 525 Cheater rear gummy tyre in 110/100-18 and 120/100-18. Soft, sticky hybrid tread with open, self-cleaning blocks for mud, loam and loose terrain.

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Australia-wide delivery
Free delivery when you buy 2 or more tyres.
One tyre: NSW $25; ACT $30; VIC/QLD/SA $38; WA/TAS/NT $45. Delivery for other products and mixed orders is shown at checkout.

Dispatch & delivery timing
We aim to dispatch in-stock orders the same day. Please allow up to 2 days for dispatch. Delivery time is additional and varies by destination and courier.

Get the right fit before you order
Ask us about tyre sizes, terrain, mousse and TUbliss compatibility. Call 02 4333 4797 or send an enquiry.

Local support from APW Motorcycles
Find us at 475 The Entrance Road, Long Jetty NSW. Contact the team for workshop and fitment enquiries.

Returns & product support
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The Shinko 525 Cheater is a soft, sticky hybrid rear tyre developed for hard enduro, extreme single-track and technical trail riding.

Soft hybrid Cheater compound

Trials-style sticky rubber is combined with a knobby off-road carcass, helping the tyre conform to rocks, roots and uneven ground while retaining the braking and drive characteristics of an enduro tyre.

Open tread for softer terrain

The 525 uses a more open tread pattern than the 505 Cheater, making it particularly effective in mud, loam and loose conditions where cleanout and forward bite are essential.

Technical-terrain confidence

The compliant compound and supported knobs deliver dependable traction through demanding climbs, slippery crossings and low-speed technical sections.

Soft, sticky hybrid rubber compound
Open pattern for mud, loam and loose terrain
Strong braking and forward drive
Four-ply, tube-type rear construction
Designed for hard enduro and extreme single-track
Available in 110/100-18 and 120/100-18

Off-road use only.

APW’s recommendation for four-stroke enduro bikes

Four-stroke and two-stroke bikes deliver power differently, which can affect how gummy tyres wear. Riding style, terrain and tyre setup also play a part.

Based on our testing with friends who ride four-stroke enduro bikes, the IRC VE-33S Gekkota, Shinko 505 Cheater and Shinko 525 Cheater are our preferred options for 4T riders. These offer a hybrid approach to sticky grip and durability. We’ve had good results with them on four-strokes, including better wear than the softer gummy options we’ve tried.

Read our hard enduro gummy tyre buying guide for more help choosing a tyre for your riding conditions.

Getting the most from a gummy tyre

Gummy tyres tend to find their best grip with controlled wheelspin, giving the carcass and soft knobs a chance to conform around rocks and roots. Sustained wheelspin on abrasive terrain can trade some of that soft tread for drive.

Every rider has their own approach, and sometimes a burst of wheelspin is exactly what the situation calls for. It’s a balance between finding traction, keeping momentum and tyre wear.