Maxxis Receptor Semi-Slick Gravel Tyre – 700x40c & 650x47b, EXO, Tubeless Ready

The Receptor is Maxxis' semi-slick gravel tyre, built for tarmac, hardpack dirt roads and light gravel. A fast-rolling centre section keeps the speed up on smooth surfaces, while a defined shoulder tread gives you something to lean on when the surface turns loose.

Where the Receptor sits in our gravel range

We stock four gravel treads, and the Receptor is the fastest-rolling and least aggressive of them — as well as the cheapest. Choose it if most of your riding is tarmac and hardpack with the occasional unpaved detour. Step up to the Reaver if you ride dry gravel hard and want more cornering grip. The Rambler is the all-rounder for mixed conditions and deeper gravel. The Ravager is the most aggressive of the four, for mud and soft ground.

Not sure which tyre you need? Read our guide to choosing gravel tyres.

Sizes and colours

The 700x40c comes in black. The 650x47b comes in black or tan wall. There is no tan option in 700c.

The 650x47b is worth a look if you're running a 650b gravel build or a smaller frame. The extra volume at lower pressure takes the edge off rough surfaces without costing much speed on tarmac, and it's a size a lot of shops don't bother stocking.

Specification

• Sizes: 700x40c, 650x47b
• Compound: Dual Compound
• Casing: 120 TPI with EXO sidewall protection
• Bead: Folding
• Weight: 429g to 484g depending on size
• Max pressure: 60 psi
• Tubeless ready
• Best for: Road, hardpack, light gravel
• Discipline: Gravel and cyclocross

Dual Compound

A harder rubber through the centre of the tread keeps rolling resistance low, with a softer compound on the shoulders for grip when you lean the bike over. On a semi-slick like this it matters more than usual, since the centre is doing most of the work most of the time.

EXO sidewall protection

A cut and abrasion resistant fabric woven into the sidewalls. It's light and flexible enough that it doesn't deaden the ride, and it's what stops a sharp stone on a farm track from ending your afternoon.

Running tubeless

Tubeless lets you run lower pressures for grip, rolls faster than a tubed setup, and does away with pinch flats. Sealant should only go in tubeless ready, tubeless road or tubular tyres. Using it in any other Maxxis tyre will void the warranty.