Head to any paddock in MotoGP, WorldSBK, MotoAmerica or CCS / WERA,
and note the main similarity between all motorcycles— everyone is using a set of tire
warmers. It’s easy to understand that motorcycle tire warmers are an essential
component for performance. The reason for tire warmers in racing is simple: heating
the tire before entering the grid equates to maximum traction on the opening lap and
extending the life motorcycle racing tires by reducing heat cycles.