2020 motorcycle tire guide MichelinMotorcycle.com @michelinmotorcycle #MichelinOnMyMoto 5 reasons to choose the MICHELIN brand... 1 A worldwide brand 2 A brand approved by Major OEMs 3 A brand which developed some of the major innovations for the Motorcycle industry 4 Winning products in racing 5 Products recommended by consumers CONTENTS 3 ROAD MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN SPORT Power GP Power 5 Pilot Power 2 CT Pilot Power 8 8 9 9 NEW! NEW! MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN SPORT Road 5 Road 5 GT Pilot Road 4 Pilot Road 4 GT TOURING 12 13 14 14 NEW! MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN Pilot Street Pilot Street City Pro URBAN Radial 15 15 15 MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN Commander III Commander III Commander II Cruiser Touring 18 19 19 NEW! NEW! CRUISER MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN Scorcher 11 Scorcher Sport Scorcher 21 Scorcher 31 Scorcher 32 21 22 20 NEW! 20 21 MICHELIN RETRO Pilot Activ 22 MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN Road 5 Trail Anakee III Anakee Anakee Wild TRAIL Adventure 24 25 26 27 OFF-ROAD MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN StarCross 5 StarCross 5 Soft StarCross 5 Hard StarCross 5 Sand Medium MOTOCROSS/ 30 30 31 31 OFF-ROAD MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN StarCross 5 Mini AC10 Enduro Xtrem Enduro Medium 32 32 33 33 NEW! MICHELIN DESERT Desert Race 34 MICHELIN MICHELIN Trial Light Trial X-Light TRIALS Competition 34 34 MICHELIN BIB MOUSSE Bib Mousse 35 SCOOTER MICHELIN MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 Power SPORT Scooter Pure SC 37 37 MICHELIN MICHELIN MICHELIN URBAN City Grip 2 City Grip S1 38 38 39 NEW! MICHELIN RETRO S83 39 MICHELIN MICHELIN < 150 CC / Bopper Reggae OFF-ROAD 39 39 OTHER Tire MICHELIN Technical General Technologies Tubes Details Guidelines and PRODUCTS & Precautions INFORMATION 4 40 41 44 MICHELIN TECHNOLOGIES 4 MICHELIN XST X-SIPES TECHNOLOGY The MICHELIN XST X-Sipe Technology featured on Michelin motorcycle tires delivers enhanced grip on wet roads thanks to the technology’s patented sipes and reservoirs which increase the tire’s water clearance capacity. In the case of scooter tires, a gradual increase in the number of full depth sipes as the vehicle leans into a corner allows the tire to break through the surface fi lm of water until the tire is worn. WET GRIP Patented sipes and integrated water reservoirs allow the MICHELIN XST X-Sipe Technology to deliver exceptional grip on wet roads. XST+ technology includes transverse sipes to + improve wet braking and chamfers added to the sipe edges X SIPE TECHNOLOGY + to help prevent abnormal wear in extreme conditions. The transverse sipes allow the front tire to break the water fi lm and ensure outstanding braking in wet weather. LONGEVITY + WET GRIP MICHELIN’s XST and XST+ X-Sipe Technology is designed to evacuate water effi ciently. However as the tire tread becomes worn, the ability to disperse water is naturally reduced. MICHELIN XST Evo siping technology is based on Michelin’s proven Evergrip™ tire tread design for automobiles. As the tire wears, the XST Evo siping grooves widen to allow increased water displacement. DURABILITY + LONGEVITY + WET GRIP MICHELIN DUAL COMPOUND TECHNOLOGY Successfully accomplishes two confl icting ideals: wear resistance in the center of the tread, and grip on the shoulders. LONGEVITY + GRIP Harder rubber underneath the softer rubber on the shoulders gives better rigidity at lean, for more stability when cornering, especially under strong acceleration. STABILITY + LONGEVITY + GRIP MICHELIN DUAL ANGLE TECHNOLOGY A revolutionary new architecture for motorcycle tires, which provides the necessary strength & stability for heavier bikes – solo, 2-up or with luggage – AND comfort for long journeys. 2AT exceptionally combines elements of both radial and bias construction, providing the best compromise: Bias for its ability to withstand extra weight and Radial for the pleasure of riding. STABILITY + COMFORT 5 MICHELIN ADAPTIVE CASING TECHNOLOGY+ A single ply with an angle close to 90° is used to reduce the carcass’ maximum rigidity in the crown area. Rigidity in the sidewall and shoulder areas are maintained through the use of high angle, overlapping cross plies. The soft top ply provides added straight line stability while the rigid sidewalls and shoulders help minimize drifting in curves. HANDLING + STABILITY MICHELIN COMFORT CASING TECHNOLOGY Featured in select MICHELIN off-road tires, the casing absorbs square edges and braking bumps better, and minimizes tire rebound, which helps reduce arm pump and rider fatigue. COMFORT + CONTROL MICHELIN ADT: AMPLIFIED DENSITY TECHNOLOGY A highly dense, more rigid tire casing, which helps deliver excellent feedback and handling. Aramid tread plies on the rear tire resist centrifugal growth, reduce weight and provide excellent stability. HANDLING MICHELIN SRT: SILICA RAIN TECHNOLOGY Silica Rain Technology improves grip in cooler temperatures and on wet roads, without compromising tread life. WET AND COLD GRIP MICHELIN SCT: SYNTHETIC COMPONENT TECHNOLOGY MICHELIN racing synthetic elastomers used in rubber compounds in conjunction with high tech synthetic compound resins promote ultra-fast warm up to optimum operational temperatures. You can get your knee down at the fi rst corner... WARM UP TIME AND GRIP ROAD 6 SPORT ROAD / SPORT 7 Sport Tire Range TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 68% 55% 16% 16% 22.5% 22.5% NEW! GROOVED TREAD AREA: 10% Front/6.5% Rear Page: 8 USAGE: Track 50% / Road 50% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 68% 55% 16% 16% 22.5% 22.5% NEW! GROOVED TREAD AREA: 11% Page: 8 USAGE: Track 0% / Road 100% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 80% 78% 10% 10% 11% 11% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 12% Page: 9 USAGE: Track 10% / Road 90% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear SINGLE SINGLE COMPOUND COMPOUND 100% 100% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 12% Page: 9 USAGE: Track 5% / Road 95% ROAD / SPORT 8 NEW! THE 50/50 TRACK DAY TIRE WITH EXTRAORDINARY WET AND DRY GRIP PLUG-AND-PLAY PERFORMANCE • Michelin’s range of street, track day and racing tires offer quick warm up and share the same architecture, dual compounds and tread patterns for effortless sport bike set-up from street to track. OPTIMUM DUAL COMPOUND DISTRIBUTION • MICHELIN 2CT and 2CT+ Technologies optimize the placement of carbon black and silica compounds for enhanced grip. ADAPTED FOR TRACK USE • The low void ratios offer maximum slick zones for enhanced dry grip during on-track use. MICHELIN PREMIUM TOUCH TECHNOLOGY™ • Patented sidewall designs enhance sportbike styling. FRONT REAR Width Height Diam. Width Height Diam. 120 70 ZR 17 180 55 ZR 17 190 50 ZR 17 = New March 2020 190 55 ZR 17 NEW! THE PREMIUM SPORTBIKE TIRE FOR MAXI- MUM FUN IN WET AND DRY CONDITIONS! YEAR-ROUND PERFORMANCE • The MICHELIN Power 5 tire is the new choice for ultimate performance in wet and dry conditions. EXCELLENT WET GRIP PERFORMANCE • Experience improved wet grip versus its predecessor.* OPTIMIZED COMPOUND MIX AND VOID RATIO • MICHELIN 2CT and 2CT+ silca compounds with 11% void ratios front and rear deliver tremendous grip in wet conditions. MICHELIN PREMIUM TOUCH TECHNOLOGY™ • Patented sidewall designs enhance sportbike styling. FRONT REAR Width Height Diam. Width Height Diam. 120 70 ZR 17 160 60 ZR 17 180 55 ZR 17 = New 190 50 ZR 17 * Based on external test conducted in Fontange, France using a 2019 BMW S1000 R fi tted with 120/70 ZR 17 front and 190/55 ZR 17 rear 190 55 ZR 17 tires comparing lap times of MICHELIN® Power 5 tires with MICHELIN® Power RS tires. Actual on-road results may vary. 200 55 ZR 17 ROAD / SPORT 9 THE AFFORDABLE DUAL-COMPOUND SPORT TIRE A TIRE DESIGNED FOR SPORTY RIDING • A versatile, durable tire with exceptional wet and dry grip to help you get maximum pleasure from sporty riding. MICHELIN 2CT TECHNOLOGY • A durable center and softer at the edges to allow you to achieve impressive lean angles usually seen on the track. FRONT REAR Width Height Diam. Width Height Diam. 110 70 ZR 17 150 60 ZR 17 120 60 ZR 17 160 60 ZR 17 120 65 ZR 17 170 60 ZR 17 120 70 ZR 17 180 55 ZR 17 190 50 ZR 17 190 55 ZR 17 PERFORMANCE VERSUS ITS PRICE POINT MAKES IT A SUPERB CHOICE A BEST SELLER FOR OVER 15 YEARS • From the moment it was launched, MICHELIN Pilot Power’s performance credentials and technologies derived from the world of racing, revolutionized the Sport tire market. FRONT REAR Width Height Diam. Width Height Diam. 120 70 ZR 17 180 55 ZR 17 190 50 ZR 17 For more information, see your Michelin dealer or visit Motorcycle.Michelinman.com ROAD / SPORT TOURING 10 SPORT TOURING ROAD / SPORT TOURING 11 Sport Touring Tire Range TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 44% 66% 28% 28% 17% 17% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 19% Front/13.5% Rear Page: 12 USAGE: Road 100% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 44% 66% 28% 28% 17% 17% NEW! GROOVED TREAD AREA: 19% Front/13.5% Rear Page: 13 USAGE: Road 100% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 44% 75% 28% 28% 12.5% 12.5% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 19% Front/13.5% Rear Page: 24 USAGE: Road 100% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 50% 20% 25% 25% 40% 40% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 13% Page: 14 USAGE: Road 100% TREAD COMPOSITION Front Rear 50% 20% 25% 25% 40% 40% GROOVED TREAD AREA: 13% Page: 15 USAGE: Road 100% ROAD / SPORT TOURING 12 MAXIMUM CONFIDENCE IN WET AND DRY CONDITIONS MILE AFTER MILE #1 FOR WET GRIP ON THE ROAD 1 • MICHELIN® Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds.1 EXCEPTIONAL BRAKING IN THE WET • Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN® Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot® Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes.2 FUN TO RIDE • Enjoy better dry grip, improved stability and handling versus MICHELIN Pilot® Road 4 tires thanks to Michelin’s patented ACT+ casing technology for even more riding pleasure.3 MICHELIN XST EVO SIPES MICHELIN ACT+ As MICHELIN Road 5 tires wear, TECHNOLOGY the siping grooves widen to allow With MICHELIN ACT+ technology, increased water displacement.