With USA corporate headquarters based in Suwanee, Georgia, Maxxis has earned a huge respect in the tire industry because of its wide range of high-quality tires. It caters to the needs of passenger vehicles, bicycles, light commercial vehicles, motorcycles, ATVs/UTVs, caravans, karts, lawn & garden equipment, industrial applications, and trailers and stands among the top 10 tire manufacturers in the world.

The Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front is an ATV/UTV tire suitable for use on the front axles of ATVs and UTVs. Used in XC and off-road racing adventures, the tire features a lightweight racing-inspired design and construction.

If you’re searching for a great ATV/UTV tire to drive confidently off-the-road or particulate in off-road racing, then this Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front review is just for you. Learn about the tire’s features, strengths, and weaknesses, and also check out our view on this tire, based on SimpleScore.

Features and Benefits

The ATV/UTV tires are typically built for off-road conditions like dirt, mud, sand, and gravel while offering solid on-road performance. They feature a high flotation design to prevent sinking and are tough enough to handle any terrain. The MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front borrows similar abilities and has many impressive features discussed below.

• Durable construction – The tire is made to run on challenging terrains and therefore, it features a 6-ply rated radial construction that boosts strength and durability. Whether it is hard-packed, intermediate, soft terrain, or sand, the MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front is stronger enough to handle diverse terrain conditions.
• Longer tread life – Both the tread as well as the construction are optimized for longevity. While the inner construction features stronger belts and 6-ply rated construction, the outer construction sports a solid rubber compound and sturdy tread blocks that slow down the wear rate and offer long-lasting service life.
• Solid traction performance – The tread blocks of this tire are designed very uniquely and feature sharper edges that bite the surface to establish a stronger hold and maintain exceptional surefootedness.
• Confident cornering – All thanks to the non-directional tread pattern, the tire offers predictable cornering and optimum climbing. This gives the drivers greater confidence to handle the vehicle at high speeds during off-road racing or cruising on rough terrains at high speeds.
• Smooth rides and faster acceleration – The lightweight radial construction of the tire is optimized to offer smooth rides over rough trails and faster acceleration. The center rib allows the tire to roll seamlessly on any challenging terrain.
• Optimum self-cleaning – The tread profile of the tire is engineered to optimally self-clean the contact patch area for enhanced traction and grip on varied terrains.

The MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front is offered in 11- to 14-inch rims and the popular sizes include:

• 26x11R12
• AT26x9R12
• AT26x9R14 48

Pros and Cons

Having covered the key features and benefits, and the popular sizes of the Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front tire, let’s now look at the pros and cons.

PROS:

• The tire has a long-lasting tread life.
• Gets a durable 6-ply rated radial construction to withstand impacts and driving pressures.
• Lightweight design boosts acceleration performance.
• Optimized for better traction performance in mud, sand, gravel, and dirt.
• Self-cleaning tread improves surefootedness on the surface.
• The optimized non-directional tread offers better cornering performance and enhances climbing abilities.
• Radial construction is engineered to provide smooth rides on rough trails.

CONS:

• No limited manufacturer tread life warranty is offered.
• Comes in very limited sizes, which restricts compatibility.
• Not suitable for use in extreme winter conditions on thick snow or ice.

SimpleTire’s view on Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front tires

If you’re looking for an ATV/UTV tire for your vehicle’s front axle that can let you win cross-country or off-road racing adventures, or if you need tires that offer greater driving confidence in rough terrains, then the Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front is one of the most dependable choices. With a 9.0 out of 10 SimpleScore rating in longevity, it promises a long-lasting service life and features a lightweight design and construction that boosts acceleration performance.

Likewise, it scores a 9.0 in the durability area, which is awarded because of its solid 6-ply rated radial construction that can withstand impacts and driving pressures. On the traction front too, it scores an excellent 9.0 out of 10 SimpleScore rating because of its optimized tread design that improves traction performance in conditions like mud, sand, gravel, and dirt. With a self-cleaning tread, the tire can maintain consistent contact with the surface and the non-directional tread design offers better cornering performance and enhanced climbing abilities. The radial construction of the tire not only does a great job on the performance front but also enhances drive comfort by offering smooth rides on rough trails.

That being said, the MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front doesn’t come with any limited manufacturer tread life warranty and is offered in very limited sizes, which restricts its compatibility with many other ATVs or UTVs. It is also not suitable for use on thick snow or ice, in extreme winter weather conditions as it is not a Three Peak Mountain Snowflake-certified tire.

There aren’t many of the competitors of the MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front for the sizes available, and it's very close competitor comes from the same ‘Maxxis’ brand, which is M917 Bighorn, Front.

Vehicles the Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front is a good replacement tire for

The Maxxis MU09 Bighorn 2.0, Front can be used as a great replacement choice on ATVs and UTVs that have tires measuring 26x11R12, AT26x9R12, and AT26x9R14.