Ideal for the road rider who wants a premium tubeless tyre for fast training, bunch rides, fondos and racing on a modern bike with room for a true performance-focused 32c setup.
The Pirelli P ZERO™ Race TLR is the road tubeless tyre we’d choose for riders chasing real speed without giving up day-to-day usability. In testing, this tyre has built a strong reputation for very low rolling resistance, easy tubeless setup and a ride feel that stays lively rather than wooden. For a lot of riders, that means you get a tyre that feels fast on bunch rides, hard training and race day, but is still calm and predictable on ordinary roads.
What makes this version especially appealing is how well it balances outright performance with practicality. The SpeedCORE casing and SmartEVO compound are aimed at speed, grip and efficiency, but the overall package doesn’t come across as fragile or nervous. Reviews consistently describe confident cornering grip, strong air retention and a casing that feels supple enough to take the sting out of rough chipseal without going vague under load.
In this 700x32c / 32-622 size, it makes a lot of sense for modern endurance-road and performance road bikes that are built around bigger-volume rubber. You get more air volume for comfort and control, while still keeping the quick, direct feel you want from a performance road tyre. If your priority is a fast tubeless road setup that works for both hard riding and long days out, this is one of the strongest options in the category.
Race-focused tubeless performance
Built for riders who want outright road speed, efficient rolling and sharp handling without stepping into a super-specialised one-day-only race tyre.
700x32c suits modern road bikes
The bigger-volume 32c format gives you more comfort, grip and control on rough Australian road surfaces while keeping a quick road feel.
SpeedCORE casing
Designed to feel more supple and efficient while improving air retention and mechanical resistance, so you get speed without a dead ride feel.
SmartEVO compound
Pirelli’s road-specific compound is tuned to balance speed, grip and durability, making it a strong choice for hard training as well as event riding.
Easy tubeless setup
Independent testing has found it relatively straightforward to mount and seat, which is a big plus if you’re setting up tubeless at home.
Strong real-world grip
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Impressive rolling efficiency
Lab and on-road testing both point to this being a genuinely quick tyre, with speed that’s noticeable rather than just theoretical.
Made in Italy
A premium Italian-made road tyre for riders who want top-shelf construction to match a high-end bike build.
General
Dimensions & weight
Materials & construction
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Variants in the published range
SmartEVO
We use this advanced road-specific compound to give you a fast, confident ride with the grip and reliability you want for hard training, racing and long days in the saddle. Its three-polymer blend is tuned to balance speed, grip and durability across a wide range of road conditions.
SpeedCORE
This tubeless-ready 120 TPI casing is built to feel faster and more supple while improving mechanical resistance and air retention. The aramid-infused inner layer helps the tyre stay flexible and efficient without giving away strength.
Great for
Maybe not for
This listing is for 700x32c / 32-622. It is a tubeless-ready road tyre for road bike use. Real inflated width can vary with rim internal width, and testing on narrower internal rims has shown P ZERO Race TLR tyres can come up slightly narrower than the labelled size in some builds. As with any 32c road tyre, check your frame, fork and wheel clearance carefully before buying, especially on older race bikes. Tubeless setup requires compatible rims, valves and sealant.
vs Continental Grand Prix 5000 S TR
A benchmark all-round tubeless road tyre with hookless compatibility and a strong reputation for speed. It’s the obvious cross-shop if you want one premium tyre for racing and training.
vs Schwalbe Pro One Tubeless
Another premium tubeless road option aimed at speed, comfort and control, with a strong emphasis on supple ride quality.
vs Specialized S-Works Turbo TLR Race Tyre
A current high-performance road tyre positioned as a fast, durable race-and-training option, with lower listed weights in its available sizes.
A strong match for modern 32c road builds
On bikes designed around wider tyres, this 32c size gives you a noticeably calmer, smoother ride than a traditional 25 or 28 without giving up the quick feel most riders want from a performance road tyre.
Tubeless setup should still be done carefully
Even though this model has a reputation for relatively easy seating, tubeless success still depends on a clean rim bed, fresh tape, good valves and the right amount of sealant. A careful first install makes a big difference.
Check real clearance, not just the sticker on your frame
A bike that officially clears 32mm can still be tight depending on rim width and how much mud, debris or wheel flex room you want. If your bike is borderline, measure properly before committing.
Best bought as a fast all-round road tyre
This is not the lightest or most specialist race-only option, and that is part of its appeal. It makes more sense for riders who want one premium tyre they can race, train and ride long on.
Pirelli is an Italian tyre brand founded in 1872 in Milan. The company began producing bicycle tyres in 1890, and cycling remains part of its broader tyre portfolio alongside its well-known automotive and motorsport business.
In cycling, Pirelli offers road, gravel and mountain bike tyres and accessories, with top-tier bicycle tyre production taking place in Bollate, just outside Milan. The brand is widely associated with performance tyre development and a long history of innovation across multiple two-wheel and four-wheel categories.
