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StarCross 6 Medium Soft

Michelin's most versatile off-road compound — built for mixed terrain, weekend warriors, and dual-sport riders who need grip that lasts.

MTC8.3/10★★★★☆Off-Road · Mixed Terrain
MICHELIN StarCross 6 Medium Soft motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandMICHELIN
TypeOff-Road / Dual-Sport
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes7
Michelin Silica Technology boosts traction by up to 19% as the tire wears — grip doesn't fall off a cliff mid-ride
Adaptive tread geometry adds up to 16% more bite when new, dialing in performance across the full tire life
Reinforced tread blocks shed chunking and irregular wear even when terrain gets rowdy
Up to 11% longer service life versus the StarCross 5 — fewer swaps, more seat time
Medium Soft compound hits the sweet spot between hardpack grip and longevity on mixed surfaces
Wide size coverage fits most modern off-road and dual-sport applications front and rear
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Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

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MTC Rating
MTC Score
8.3/10
★★★★☆
Best suited for trail riders and dual-sport adventurers who cover varied ground and want proven grip without burning through tires every few rides.
Performance
Dry Grip8.4
Wet Grip8.1
Track Capability7.8
Mileage8.6
Street Manners5.2
Value8.5
Best For
Trail Rider / Weekend Warrior
You're out every weekend hitting hardpack, intermediate dirt, and whatever else the trail throws at you. You don't want to second-guess your rubber every time conditions shift — the SC6 Medium Soft handles the variety and holds up long enough to stay in your rotation.
Perfect Match
Dual-Sport Adventurer
You bridge pavement and dirt regularly — fire roads, light trails, and the occasional highway connector. This compound handles the transition competently and stretches its service life across longer trips where stopping to swap tires isn't an option.
Great Match
Competitive Enduro Racer
When race-day traction in a specific terrain type is everything and longevity is an afterthought, the Medium Soft may leave a little outright grip on the table. Many racers do run it for practice to save the softer rubber for when it counts — but for sprint motos or soft-terrain events, step up to the dedicated Soft or a race-spec compound.
Consider Michelin StarCross 6 Soft or dedicated race compounds
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front80/100-210313-091472079086699720795$113.44$125.95Save $13
Front90/100-210313-091586686086699866868$116.87$129.95Save $13
Rear100/90-190313-090953769086699537690$124.97$138.95Save $14
Rear110/100-180313-091128750086699287502$123.23$136.95Save $14
Rear110/90-190313-091077166086699771667$133.07$147.95Save $15
Rear120/80-190313-091251903086699519030$137.75$152.95Save $15
Rear120/90-180313-091388813086699888136$129.64$143.95Save $14
Frequently Asked
The Medium Soft runs a firmer compound that trades a small amount of peak grip for noticeably better wear and broader terrain versatility. If your riding involves mixed surfaces or longer sessions, the Medium Soft is the smarter daily driver. The Soft is purpose-built for maximum traction in specific soft conditions — and it'll remind you of that choice when the knobs wear faster.
Short pavement connections between dirt sections are fine — this isn't a tire you need to baby on a parking lot crossing. That said, the knobby tread design is built for dirt, not asphalt, and extended highway miles will eat the knobs fast. If your route is more than 20-30% street, a dedicated dual-sport tire will serve you better long-term.
The SC6 Medium Soft is in its element on intermediate to hardpack dirt — think packed trails, loose-over-hard, and mixed-surface terrain. It stays competent in moderately soft conditions but isn't the right call for deep sand or heavy mud riding. If your terrain is consistently on the softer end, the Soft compound will feel more at home.
Most riders see 25–40 hours of mixed-terrain use, though that varies based on rider weight, terrain aggressiveness, and style. That's a meaningful step up from softer compounds that typically tap out around 15–25 hours. The Silica Technology helping traction hold up as the tire wears is a big part of why this tire earns its mileage score.
Matched front and rear compounds give you the most predictable balance, and that's where most riders should start. That said, experienced off-road riders sometimes run a softer rear for extra drive traction while keeping the Medium Soft up front where durability matters more. Just make sure whatever you run up front and back is appropriate for your primary terrain type.
For longer-format events where durability plays a real role — hare scrambles, enduro stages, multi-day events — the SC6 Medium Soft is a solid choice. For short, single-moto formats where outright traction wins and longevity doesn't matter, a dedicated soft compound may give you an edge. A common approach: practice on the Medium Soft, save the softer rubber for race day.

Michelin StarCross 6 Medium Soft Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin StarCross 6 Medium Soft for off-road and dual-sport riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Anaheim to Mission Viejo and Huntington Beach. If you're tired of burning through soft compounds mid-season or hunting for a tire that handles whatever the trail hands you, the SC6 Medium Soft is worth a hard look. Stop in as a walk-in and our team will get you sorted without an appointment.

We sell the StarCross 6 Medium Soft below MSRP and mount it in-house the same day — $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire, no surprises. Whether you're running a dedicated off-road machine or a dual-sport that splits time between the street and the dirt, we'll make sure you get the right size and compound for how you actually ride. Not just what looks good on a spec sheet.

Questions about whether the Medium Soft or Soft is the right call for your terrain? Call us directly at (714) 516-9059 — we talk tires all day and we'll give you a straight answer. MTC has been the go-to tire shop for Orange County riders who want expert advice, fast turnaround, and pricing that doesn't sting.

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