A strong choice for riders wanting race-oriented road speed, tubeless comfort and 40 mm volume for endurance rides, fast all-road routes and light hardpack.
The Pirelli P ZERO Race TLR 40-622 is a wide, tubeless-ready road tyre designed for all-round road use, racing, high-intensity riding and long-distance efforts. Its SpeedCORE 120 TPI casing and SmartEVO Compound combine a supple ride with low rolling resistance, dependable grip and the extra comfort that comes from a larger-volume tyre.
At 40 mm, it is particularly well suited to all-road and endurance bikes that regularly see rough chip seal, broken tarmac or compact hardpack. Independent testing found it quick for its size, with strong wet grip and a useful level of tread puncture protection. The slick road tread is at its best on sealed surfaces and firm tracks, rather than rocky or technical gravel where a dedicated gravel casing would be a better choice.
Allow time for installation: real-world Mounted width also varies with rim width; testing measured approximately 39 mm on a 25 mm internal rim, so check frame, fork and rim clearance before buying.
40 mm all-road volume
Adds comfort and stability on coarse tarmac, chip seal and compact surfaces while retaining a fast road-tyre character.
SpeedCORE casing
The airtight rubber layer infused with aramid particles is designed to balance air retention, mechanical resistance and casing flexibility.
SmartEVO Compound
The three-polymer formulation balances speed, grip and reliability for demanding road riding in wet and dry conditions.
Tubeless-ready construction
Run the tyre with sealant for a controlled, comfortable ride without an inner tube; use a compatible rim and follow the rim maker’s setup guidance.
Fast on the road
Independent testing found the 40 mm version quick for its size, making it a compelling option when road speed matters more than aggressive off-road traction.
Confident wet handling
The compound and slick tread provide strong grip on the road, with testing recording an 82-point wet-grip score.
Made in Italy
Produced in Italy as part of Pirelli’s P ZERO Race tyre range.
General
Dimensions & weight
Construction
Compound
SpeedCORE™
Our advanced tubeless-ready construction uses an air-tight rubber compound layer infused with aramid particles. It improves mechanical resistance, air retention and flexibility for a smoother, faster ride.
SmartEVO Compound
A three-polymer compound balances grip, speed and reliability, delivering confident wet- and dry-weather handling, low rolling resistance and durability for demanding road riding.
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.
