Torch vs Minion FBR review

In this entry we are going to compare and review Maxxis Torch vs Maxxis Minion FBR tyres. Both manufactured by the same brand Maxxis, these tyres have been designed to be used for different purposes. Whilst Maxxis Torch is better for bmx activities, Maxxis Minion FBR is a great choice if your needs are more aligned to mountain activities.

Torch

Minion FBR

Light up the track or street with the Torch!

Rear-specific tire for trail riding

The Maxxis Torch is designed specifically for racing on today’s paved BMX tracks.

The Minion FBR is a rear-specific fat bike tire designed for trail riding. It shares the look of the Minion DHR II, but is optimized for fat biking. The Minion FBR features well-known, proven side knobs for cornering traction and ramped, paddle-like knobs down the middle, minimizing rolling resistance and maximizing traction in all conditions.

Features

Single or dual compound options
60 TPI or 120 TPI casing options
Silkworm or SilkShield puncture protection options
Select specs are Tubeless Ready (TR), confirm in table below

Features

Tubeless Ready (TR) available
Rear-specific tread design
Inspired by the Minion DHR II
EXO Protection available

Usage

Dirt

Flat

Park

Street

Usage

Trail

Fat/Plus

Technologies

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.
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.

Specifications

20

Part #: TB00356600
Size: 20X1.75 Etrto: 44-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 356 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB29089100
Size: 20X1.75 Etrto: 44-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 391 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 100 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB00357100
Size: 20X1.95 Etrto: 49-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 392 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

Part #: TB00357400
Size: 20X2.20 Etrto: 56-406 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 471 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 110 Tech: EXO Color: BLACK Application: BMX

24

Part #: TB47641000
Size: 24X1.75 Etrto: 44-507 Tpi: 120 Bead: WIRE Weight (g): 463 Compound: DUAL Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: BMX

29

Part #: TB96651200
Size: 29X2.10 Etrto: 53-622 Tpi: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 630 Compound: SINGLE Max Psi: 65 Tech: SILKWORM Color: BLACK Application: URBAN

Specifications

26

Part #: TB72656200
Size: 26X4.00 ETRTO: 102-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1353 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

Part #: TB72664200
Size: 26X4.80 ETRTO: 122-559 TPI: 60 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1637 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 20 Tech: Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES

27.5

Part #: TB91184000
Size: 27.5X3.80 ETRTO: 97-584 TPI: 120 Bead: FOLDABLE Weight (g): 1247 Compound: DUAL Max PSI: 30 Tech: EXO/TR Color: BLACK Application: FAT BIKE/PLUS TIRES