Kenda Tires was founded in 1962 as a bicycle tire manufacturer before offering motorcycle, scooter, and lawn and garden tires in the 1970s. The brand ventured into the US in 1991 and introduced a range of passenger tires for different vehicles. Currently, the brand offers a range of passenger, light truck, farm, industrial, lawn & garden, ATV, UTV, golf, and trailer tires.

The Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) is a race-proven ATV and UTV tire that offers great hard-terrain traction and is a Baja 100 winner. In this Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) tire review, we will look at some of the tire's features and benefits, its pros and cons, and SimpleTire’s views on it.

Features and Benefits

ATV\UTV Tires are designed for off-road terrains and feature aggressive tread patterns with durable construction for optimized performance. These tires offer consistent traction on challenging terrains such as dirt, gravel, mud, snow, etc., and are paired with longer tread life and year-round performance.

The Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) is a race-proven ATV/UTV tire that offers excellent hard-terrain traction. This tire is a popular choice for racing, featuring a light truck-inspired tread pattern and robust construction. Here are some notable features and benefits of this tire.

• Durable construction: Heavy-duty radial 8-ply rated casing that resists puncture and accidental damage.
• Versatile use: Designed to be the ultimate trail and hard terrain tire, it can easily be driven on hard-pack surfaces like rock and shale.
• Optimized design: The light truck-inspired tread pattern ensures a smooth ride quality with year-round traction.
• Enhanced performance: The tire can perform in high-speed desert conditions and tight, rocky terrains.

The Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) is an excellent tire that can be used in both the rear and front positions of an ATV or UTV and is available in tire sizes ranging from 12 to 15 inches.

Pros and Cons

Now that we know more about the features and benefits of this tire let’s also look at some pros and cons of the Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) to help you make a clearer decision.

PROS:

• Excellent design and performance.
• Versatile use on front or rear position with reliable performance on hard-packed surfaces.
• Durable construction with puncture resistance for a longer tread life.

While these pros make a good case for the tire, consider these cons to help you make a clearer decision.

CONS:

• The tire can be noisy.
• It should not be used in heavy winter weather conditions.

SimpleTire’s view on Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) tires

If you are looking for a set of ATV or UTV tires that can fit perfectly on your tire's front or rear position and ensure a great overall performance, the Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) might be a good fit for you. These top-of-the-line tires are designed to offer excellent grip and durability and deliver great performance year-round. According to the SimpleScore, the tires scored a great 9 out of 10 overall. The tire truly excels in durability, with an excellent score of 9.3. Traction and handling are not far behind, with impressive scores of 9 each.

Also, if you want a better durability score (9.5 v 9.3), take a look at the Gladiator X COMP A/T ATR. The Gladiator tire scores equally in longevity and traction as the Kenda tire but is considerably more expensive, which can be a determining factor.

Vehicles the Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) is a good replacement tire for

As Kenda Mastodon HT K3201 (Front/Rear) is available in different tire sizes, it can be used as a good replacement tire for vehicles such as Kawasaki MULE Pro, RZR 900, Polaris Ranger, Honda Talon 1000R, and more.