MICHELINOff-RoadDirt/MX

StarCross 6 Mud

Name: StarCross 6 Mud Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MICHELIN
Rating: 8.2 (2 reviews)

Michelin's dedicated mud weapon — built for riders who thrive when conditions turn wet, sloppy, and brutal.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Off-Road · Mud Specialist

MICHELIN StarCross 6 Mud motorcycle tire

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BrandMICHELIN

TypeOff-Road / Dirt/MX

FitmentRear

Sizes2

Silica-enhanced compound delivers up to 19% more traction in muddy terrain compared to the previous StarCross 5 generation

Tread durability improved by 11% over its predecessor under hard-use testing conditions — holds up longer where it counts

Adaptive block geometry bites aggressively when fresh and maintains structural integrity as the tire wears down

Open tread architecture evacuates mud efficiently, keeping forward drive consistent even in churned-up, sloppy conditions

Available in two rear sizes to fit a broad range of popular off-road and motocross platforms

Developed and validated across varied wet terrain — this is a purpose-built mud tire, not a compromise

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

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

The StarCross 6 Mud is the right call for riders who spend serious time in wet, soft conditions and need a tire that works harder as the going gets worse.

Performance

Dry Grip7.0

Wet Grip8.8

Street Manners3.5

Track Capability8.4

Mileage7.9

Value8.1

Best For

Trail Rider – Wet Climate

You're out there year-round regardless of what the sky is doing. Soft loam, wet roots, muddy transitions — that's your normal. You need a tire that earns its grip rather than just surviving the conditions, and you want durability that doesn't punish you for riding smart.

Perfect Match

Motocross Racer – Soft Track Specialist

Tracks that start soft and get sloppier are where you live. You need predictable drive out of ruts, consistent block integrity under race pace, and a compound that doesn't chunk when you're pushing hard. The SC6 Mud stays composed when conditions deteriorate mid-moto.

Great Match

Hardpack / Intermediate Rider

If your local terrain runs dry or intermediate most of the season with only occasional mud, this tire's aggressive compound and open tread will feel vague and wear faster than you'd like. The StarCross 6 Medium or Medium Hard will give you better all-around performance and feel on firmer ground.

Consider StarCross 6 Medium

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Rear	100/90-19	—	0313-0916	94372	086699943729	$124.97$138.95Save $14
Rear	110/90-19	—	0313-0917	76392	086699763921	$133.07$147.95Save $15

Frequently Asked

The Mud compound is softer and the tread pattern is more open and aggressive — it's dialed specifically for wet, loose conditions where you need maximum bite and mud clearance. The Medium and Medium Hard sacrifice some soft-terrain performance in exchange for better feel and longer life on firmer surfaces. Match the tire to where you actually ride, not where you wish you rode.

It'll get you home, but it's not the right tool for the job. On hard surfaces, the soft compound wears faster and the open tread can feel imprecise. If your rides regularly mix hardpack and mud, the StarCross 6 Medium is the smarter all-around choice. Save the Mud compound for conditions that actually call for it.

Michelin's internal testing puts durability 11% ahead of the StarCross 5, which is a real improvement. Real-world life depends on your terrain, weight, and how hard you ride — most riders in predominantly soft conditions see meaningful tread life before performance drops off noticeably. Spend significant time on hardpack and that timeline shortens. Roughly 15–25 hours of mixed use is a common benchmark.

In a good way. The silica formulation keeps the blocks firmer and more consistent as they wear, which means feedback doesn't go vague halfway through the tire's life. Riders describe it as mechanical grip that stays honest — not soft and unpredictable the way older mud compounds could be.

The 100/90-19 is a standard front fitment for mid-displacement off-road machines, while the 110/90-19 covers common rear sizing in the same class. Check your owner's manual or the sidewall of your current tire to confirm OEM specs before ordering. Both sizes share the same compound and tread design — the only difference is the fitment dimension.

Michelin claims up to 19% more traction in muddy conditions, 11% better durability, and 16% more grip off the line when the tire is new — and real-world feedback backs that up. The improvements in mud clearance and block integrity are noticeable, and the tire stays consistent further into its wear cycle than the previous generation.

Michelin StarCross 6 Mud Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin StarCross 6 Mud for off-road and motocross riders across Orange County who refuse to let wet conditions slow them down. Whether you're riding sloppy trails near the coast or prepping for a mud-heavy race weekend, we carry this tire at below-MSRP dealer pricing and can mount it while you wait. Walk-ins welcome — no appointment needed.

The StarCross 6 Mud is a purpose-built tool for soft-terrain riding, and it deserves a proper professional mount. Our walk-in service covers mount and balance for $69 mount + $9.95 balance + $3.50 disposal per tire, with the same expert hands that serve sport, cruiser, and adventure riders throughout Irvine, Anaheim, Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, and Mission Viejo.

Questions about whether the Mud compound is the right call for your terrain, or whether you should be looking at the Medium or Medium Hard variant instead? Call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll give you a straight answer — no upsell, just the right tire for how and where you ride.

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Best for

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