Dissector vs Minion SS review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Maxxis Dissector vs Maxxis Minion SS tyres. Both manufactured by the same brand Maxxis, these tyres have been designed to be used for the same purpose so that you can really enjoy your mountain activities.

Dissector

Minion SS

Troy Brosnan's signature tire

Semi-slick for aggressive riding

Designed in conjunction with Aussie DH racer Troy Brosnan, the Dissector seeks to minimize drag while retaining cornering control. This versatile tire can be used as a front, a pair, or as a rear depending on trail conditions.

The Maxxis Minion SS (Semi Slick) takes the classic DHF tread design and shaves down the center knobs to vastly improve rolling speed. Use the Minion SS as a rear tire paired with a Dissector, Minion DHF, or Assegai front tire.

Features

Dual compound, 3C MaxxTerra, or 3C MaxxGrip options
EXO, EXO+, DoubleDown (2×120 TPI), or Downhill (2×60 TPI) casing options
Wide Trail (WT) sizes are optimized for 35mm inner width rims
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Features

60 TPI or DoubleDown (2×120 TPI) casing options
Dual compound
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below
Silkworm or EXO puncture protection options

Usage

Trail

Enduro

Downhill

Usage

Trail

Enduro

Technologies

Double Down (DD) DoubleDown (DD) is the next step in the evolution of the dual-ply tire casing for enduro racing. Two 120 TPI casing layers reinforced with a butyl insert provide the enduro racer with the support and protection of a downhill tire, but in a lighter package.
3C MaxxTerra An intermediate compound configuration used in select mountain tires. 3C MaxxTerra is softer and offers more traction than 3C MaxxSpeed, yet provides better treadwear and less rolling resistance than MaxxGrip.
Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.
3C MaxxGrip 3C MaxxGrip uses the softest rubber compounds to offer the ultimate in grip and slow rebound properties for unparalleled traction in downhill applications.
EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.
EXO+ Our EXO+ construction combines two of our best puncture protection materials: SilkShield and EXO. The SilkShield layer runs from bead-to-bead with a layer of EXO along the sidewalls. Combined, these two materials create EXO+ which improves tread puncture protection by 27%; sidewall durability by 51%; and resistance to pinch flats by 28%.
Wide Trail Wide Trail (WT) construction optimizes the tire’s tread layout and profile on today’s modern, wider rims. Traditional tires are designed around older, narrower rims and can create an overly square tire profile, leading to less than optimal performance. WT tires are optimized for a 35mm inner rim width but are proven to work over a range from 30-35mm inner rim widths, depending on the rider’s preference. Maxxis Wide Trail XC tires are optimized for use with 30mm internal width rims, but they will perform well on rims as narrow as 25mm. Maxxis does not recommend rims wider than 30mm or narrower than 25mm

Technologies

Double Down (DD) DoubleDown (DD) is the next step in the evolution of the dual-ply tire casing for enduro racing. Two 120 TPI casing layers reinforced with a butyl insert provide the enduro racer with the support and protection of a downhill tire, but in a lighter package.
EXO An extremely cut-resistant and abrasion-resistant material added to the sidewalls of select mountain tires. This densely woven fabric is also lightweight and highly flexible, ensuring that the performance of the tire remains unaffected. Choose EXO Protection for exceptionally rocky, treacherous trails where the chance of sidewall cuts and abrasions is high.
Tubeless Ready Tubeless tires provide the rider with many benefits: the ability to run lower air pressures, which improves traction; lower rolling resistance when compared to a tube-type tire; and less chance of flatting because there is no tube. Liquid sealants should only be used in the following types of tires: tubeless road, tubular, and tubeless ready. The use of liquid sealants in any other Maxxis tire will void the warranty.

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB00240600
Size: 27.5X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 884 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 50 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00231000
Size: 27.5X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 889 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00230900
Size: 27.5X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 60X2 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1128 Compound: 3C MAXXGRIP Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/DH/TR Color: BLACK Application: DOWNHILL

Part #: TB00259900
Size: 27.5X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 894 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/EXO+/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00240700
Size: 27.5X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-584 TPI: 120X2 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1050 Compound: 3C MAXXGRIP Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/DD/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00237200
Size: 27.5X2.60 ETRTO: 66-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1048 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00237100
Size: 27.5X2.60 ETRTO: 66-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1052 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO+/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

29

Part #: TB00241300
Size: 29X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 954 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 50 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00241200
Size: 29X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 956 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00241100
Size: 29X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 60X2 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1202 Compound: 3C MAXXGRIP Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/DH/TR Color: BLACK Application: DOWNHILL

Part #: TB00259800
Size: 29X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 958 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/EXO+/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00241400
Size: 29X2.40WT ETRTO: 61-622 TPI: 120X2 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1119 Compound: 3C MAXXGRIP Max PSI: 50 Tech: 3C/DD/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00240800
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1051 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 40 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00237000
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1122 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Part #: TB00236900
Size: 29X2.60 ETRTO: 66-622 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1126 Compound: 3C MAXXTERRA Max PSI: 40 Tech: 3C/EXO+/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

Specifications

27.5

Part #: TB91007000
Size: 27.5X2.30 ETRTO: 58-584 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 851 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN

29

Part #: TB96778000
Size: 29X2.30 ETRTO: 58-622 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 916 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 60 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: MOUNTAIN