MICHELINOff-RoadDual-Sport

Enduro Medium 2

Name: Enduro Medium 2 Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MICHELIN
Rating: 8.2 (4 reviews)

Michelin's versatile intermediate enduro tire built for mixed terrain — hardpack to loam, soft mud to rocky technical trails — with grip that holds up as miles accumulate.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Off-Road · Enduro Versatile

MICHELIN Enduro Medium 2 motorcycle tire

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BrandMICHELIN

TypeOff-Road / Dual-Sport

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes4

Next-gen carbon black compound delivers 20% more grip fresh out of the box and retains 12% better traction as the tire wears — performance that doesn't fall off a cliff mid-season

V-block tread geometry expands the contact patch across varied surfaces, adapting from packed dirt to light mud without demanding a tire swap

Casing construction threads the needle between hardpack precision and compliance over roots, rocks, and technical obstacles

Medium compound covers the widest practical terrain range — loamy single-track, transitional hardpack, and muddy crossings — ideal for riders who don't ride one terrain type exclusively

Full compatibility with Michelin Bib mousse systems for puncture-proof setups in rock gardens or thorn-heavy backcountry

Extended wear life built into the compound formula means longer intervals between replacements versus typical intermediate knobbies

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Select Size

Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

Best suited for enduro and trail riders who tackle mixed terrain regularly and want a single tire that performs reliably from installation to the end of its life

Performance

Dry Grip8.4

Wet Grip7.9

Street Manners3.2

Track Capability7.8

Mileage8.6

Value8.1

Best For

Trail Versatility Rider

You're putting in 100+ miles a month across whatever the trail throws at you — hardpack, rocky chutes, the occasional sloppy creek crossing. You don't chase single-condition perfection; you want a tire that handles the full menu without fuss. The Enduro Medium 2's broad terrain range and strong wear life make it exactly what you're looking for.

Perfect Match

Enduro Racer

Multi-hour enduro events mean your tire sees every soil type before the finish line. You need something predictable lap after lap, not a compound that hooks up great in stage one and goes vague by the last transfer. The Enduro Medium 2's consistent grip profile as it wears is a real competitive advantage in long-format racing.

Great Match

Conditions-Specific Specialist

If your riding is locked into deep sand, pure mud, or extreme hardpack and you're willing to swap rubber to match the day's terrain, a terrain-specific tire will edge out the Enduro Medium 2 in your target condition. This tire is built for range, not peak performance in a single narrow window.

Consider dedicated soft/intermediate/hard compound options

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
FrontOOS	90/100B21	—	0312-0624	96075	086699614841	$138.41$168.95Save $31
Front	90/90B21	—	0312-0623	4542	086699055187	$135.72$151.95Save $16
Rear	120/90B18	—	0313-1146	23772	086699237729	$128.69$141.95Save $13
Rear	140/80B18	—	0313-1147	47016	086699470164	$146.86$165.95Save $19

Frequently Asked

Medium means this tire is optimized for intermediate soil — think loamy single-track, packed dirt, light mud, and hardpack transitions. It's not the right call for deep sand or thick mud exclusively, but it's the most practical choice when your ride includes all of the above. If your terrain is genuinely mixed, Medium is almost always the smart pick.

Michelin made meaningful upgrades to the tread geometry, contact patch, and compound chemistry. The result is 20% better grip when the tire is new and 12% better traction retention as it wears — based on Michelin's own testing. Revised V-block shaping and a new carbon black formula are behind both gains.

No — the Enduro Medium 2 is a dedicated off-road knobby without DOT certification for street use. Aggressive knobbies wear through pavement fast and handle poorly on hard surfaces. If you need a tire that splits time on and off pavement, look at the Michelin Anakee Wild or a comparable 50/50 dual-sport tire instead.

Most trail riders land in the 12–14 psi range depending on terrain type and rider weight, but always cross-reference your bike's manual first. The Enduro Medium 2's casing handles lower pressures on technical terrain without excessive sidewall wallow, and still delivers precision at higher pressures when conditions firm up. Dial it in for your specific setup.

Yes — Michelin engineered the Enduro Medium 2 with Bib mousse compatibility built in. Casing dimensions and bead design are spec'd to accommodate mousse installation, which makes this a go-to for extreme enduro riders who can't afford a tube failure in rocky or thorn-laden terrain. It's a legitimate puncture-proof solution, not an afterthought.

Terrain and riding style drive a wide range, but the wear-life focus of the compound formula puts most mixed-terrain riders in the 40–60 hour window before performance degrades noticeably. Rocky terrain chews through knobbies faster; soft loam is far more forgiving. The Enduro Medium 2 consistently outlasts typical intermediate competition in this category.

Michelin Enduro Medium 2 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin Enduro Medium 2 for off-road and enduro riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Anaheim to Mission Viejo and Huntington Beach. This is Michelin's go-to intermediate enduro tire for riders who need one setup to cover loam, hardpack, and mixed conditions without sacrificing reliability over a full season of riding. We carry it at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and we can mount it the same day you walk in.

Our walk-in mount and balance service is built for riders who don't want to wait. Bring in your wheel or your whole bike — we mount for $69, balance for $9.95, and handle disposal for $3.50 per tire. No appointment required. If you're fitting a Bib mousse setup instead of a tube, our techs have the experience to do it right. Call us at (714) 516-9059 if you want to confirm fitment for your specific bike before you head in.

The Enduro Medium 2 earns its place in the lineup because it doesn't make you choose between fresh-tire grip and long-term durability — Michelin's compound and tread engineering deliver both. For Orange County enduro riders who log serious hours across mixed terrain, this is a tire worth running. Stop by Motorcycle Tire Center and let us set you up.

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