Shinko R525 120/100-18 Cheater Hybrid Tyre

The Shinko 525 Cheater 120/100‑18 is a hybrid soft‑terrain rear tyre designed to give extreme‑enduro levels of traction with motocross‑style drive. Its gummy compound and flexible carcass make it ideal for technical climbs, roots, rocks and mixed UK terrain, offering grip where standard enduro tyres spin.

Key Features

• Hybrid “gummy” compound for extreme traction

• MX‑style tread pattern for strong drive and braking

• Flexible carcass for grip on rocks, roots and wet climbs

• Excellent performance at low pressures

• Ideal for hard enduro, green‑laning and technical trails

• Strong sidewall support for stability under load

• Pairs well with fat‑front tyres like the Shinko F216

Size & Specs

• Size: 120/100‑18

• Position: Rear

• Type: Tube Type (TT)

• Compound: Hybrid Gummy

• Category: Enduro / Hard Enduro / Hybrid

This Shinko 525 Cheater 120/100‑18 is built for riders who want maximum traction without sacrificing drive.

Fitment Guide

Suitable for most 18” enduro rear wheels, including:

• KTM EXC / EXC‑F

• Husqvarna TE / FE

• Beta RR / RR‑S

• GasGas EC / EC‑F

• Honda CRF250X / CRF450X

• Yamaha WR250F / WR450F

Riding Style

Best for riders who want:

• Extreme grip on technical terrain

• A hybrid tyre that bites like a trials tyre but drives like MX

• Strong traction on rocks, roots and wet climbs

• A soft compound for hard enduro and mixed terrain

• Predictable handling at low speeds and low pressures

With over 10 years as a Dunlop Motocross Grand Prix tyre technician and now part of the ROKiT MX Tyres Service Team UK, I rate the 525 Cheater for its balance of traction and drive. It’s a brilliant choice for riders who want extreme‑enduro grip without losing acceleration.

Shipping & Delivery
• Fast UK delivery
• Shipped directly from supplier
• Fresh stock (no old‑date tyres)

Why Choose the Shinko 525 Cheater

• One of the best hybrid tyres for UK terrain

• Incredible grip at low pressures

• MX‑style drive with extreme‑enduro traction

• Excellent value compared to premium hybrid tyres