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Scorpion™ XC Mid Hard

Pirelli's purpose-built hard-pack off-road tire — built for desert runners, enduro racers, and rocky single-track where durability counts.

MTC7.8/10★★★★☆Off-Road · Hard Pack Specialist
PIRELLI Scorpion™ XC Mid Hard motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandPIRELLI
TypeOff-Road / Dirt/MX
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes5
Lightweight polyester carcass trims rotating mass for sharper steering response without giving up the structural toughness you need on rocky terrain
Mid-hard compound stays predictable and chunk-free on sun-baked hardpan and abrasive surfaces where softer tires overheat and fall apart
Tread geometry delivers consistent cornering bite and confident straight-line tracking across variable hard-pack conditions
Knob spacing sheds dirt and debris efficiently, keeping traction consistent through mixed off-road terrain
Reinforced sidewalls stand up to rock strikes and pinch-flat situations when trail lines get tight
Available in five sizes to cover common front and rear fitments across a wide range of off-road machines
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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
7.8/10
★★★★☆
The Scorpion XC Mid Hard is built for desert and hard-pack riders who need a durable, consistent tire that outlasts softer compounds on abrasive terrain.
Performance
Dry Grip8.2
Wet Grip6.5
Street Manners3.0
Track Capability7.5
Mileage8.4
Value8.0
Best For
Desert Runner
You live for hard-pack desert washes, rocky single-track, and sun-baked hardpan. The XC Mid Hard's durable compound and heat resistance are exactly what this kind of riding demands — it holds up where soft tires chunk out and quit.
Perfect Match
Enduro Racer (Hard Terrain)
Hare scrambles and hard-terrain enduro courses punish soft compounds fast. The XC Mid Hard gives you the longevity and consistent knob performance to run a full event without the tire becoming a liability in the late stages.
Great Match
Soft Terrain Specialist
If your trails are mostly sand, loam, or mud, this isn't your tire. The mid-hard compound and knob spacing aren't optimized for self-cleaning in soft conditions — a dedicated soft-terrain tire will hook up and clear far more effectively.
Consider Pirelli Scorpion MX Soft or similar soft-terrain tire
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front80/100-210312-034931078008019227310788$140.72$170.58Save $30
Rear100/100-180313-065631079008019227310795$125.18$151.74Save $27
Rear110/100-180313-02574344200$122.58$148.61Save $26
RearOOS120/100-180313-098842539008019227425390$121.22$146.95Save $26
Rear140/80-180313-019218046008019227180466$173.39$210.18Save $37
Frequently Asked
This tire is dialed in for intermediate to hard-pack surfaces — desert hardpan, rocky washes, and dry single-track. The mid-hard compound resists overheating and chunking on abrasive dirt, and it holds its edge grip well when the ground is firm and technical.
It cuts rotating weight, which translates to quicker steering input and better throttle response on the trail. More importantly, it doesn't sacrifice toughness to get there — the carcass still absorbs rock strikes and root impacts the way a dedicated off-road tire needs to.
It can survive short pavement stretches between trailheads, but that's about it. The XC Mid Hard is a dedicated off-road tire — wet grip on asphalt is limited and tread wear on pavement accelerates quickly. If you're doing significant street miles, you need a different tire.
Considerably better, especially on hard and rocky terrain where soft compounds break down fast. The mid-hard formulation holds its shape and knob integrity through serious mileage — a strong trade-off if you're not riding in conditions that demand a softer compound.
Cross-reference your owner's manual or read the sidewall of your current tire for the exact spec. The XC Mid Hard covers five sizes spanning typical front and rear off-road fitments — common fronts run 80/100-21 or 90/90-21, while rear sizes vary based on your machine. Call MTC at (714) 516-9059 if you want to confirm fitment before ordering.
Honestly, not its strong suit. The mid-hard compound and knob layout are optimized for dry, firm terrain — in mud or saturated loam, self-cleaning suffers and traction drops off noticeably. Light moisture is manageable, but if your trails regularly get wet and soft, a dedicated soft-terrain tire is the right call.

Pirelli Scorpion XC Mid Hard Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Pirelli Scorpion XC Mid Hard for off-road and enduro riders across Orange County who need a tire built for real hard-pack terrain — not a compromise. Whether you're launching into the desert from Irvine, staging out of Anaheim for a weekend trail run, or chasing rocky single-track near Mission Viejo, this tire is engineered for the surfaces where durability and consistent grip matter more than max traction in soft conditions. We carry it below MSRP, and we can mount and balance it the same day you walk in.

The XC Mid Hard's mid-hard compound and reinforced polyester carcass make it a legitimate choice for desert runners and hard-terrain enduro racers who have watched softer tires chunk apart on abrasive surfaces. It's an honest off-road tool — strong wear life (8.4 out of 10 in our scoring), solid dry grip for the segment, and a construction that holds up to rock impacts and the kind of sustained abuse that hard-pack riding delivers. Just know going in that street use is minimal by design — this tire belongs in the dirt.

MTC serves riders from Huntington Beach, Newport Beach, Fullerton, and across the Orange County area with walk-in mount and balance service: $69 to mount, $9.95 to balance, and $3.50 for disposal per tire — no surprises. If you want to confirm sizing for your bike or check current availability on the Scorpion XC Mid Hard, give us a call at (714) 516-9059. We know these tires, and we'll make sure you leave on the right rubber for where you're actually riding.

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