MICHELIN Motorcycle Tires
The most trusted name in motorcycle rubber — and we stock all 53 families.
Michelin is the benchmark. When riders argue tires, Michelin is the standard everything else gets measured against. From the Road 6's all-weather sport-touring grip to the Power 6's track-ready compound, from Commander III's confident cruiser feel to the StarCross 6's terrain-specific mud, sand, and hard-pack options — Michelin covers every discipline without cutting corners in any of them.
At MTC, we stock 53 Michelin families, which means whether you're commuting on a scooter, pinning it on canyon roads, hauling miles on a tourer, or sending it in the dirt, we have the exact Michelin you need — mounted and balanced while you wait, priced below MSRP. Walk in, roll out on fresh rubber.
Heritage
Founded in 1889 in Clermont-Ferrand, France, Michelin has spent over 130 years engineering tires across every motorsport and road discipline on the planet. Their radial tire technology, introduced to motorcycles in the 1980s, fundamentally changed how performance rubber was built. MotoGP supply contracts, Dakar Desert Race dominance with the Desert Race Baja lineup, and decades of OEM fitment on flagship bikes from BMW, Ducati, and Honda have cemented Michelin's reputation not as a marketing brand, but as an engineering one.
MTC’s Take
Michelin sits at the top tier of our lineup alongside Pirelli and Bridgestone — but Michelin's breadth is unmatched. Where Pirelli leans into sport and superbike prestige and Bridgestone favors OEM partnerships, Michelin wins on range: they are genuinely elite in sport touring (Road 6 is one of the best tires we sell, period), highly competitive in off-road and enduro (StarCross 6 series, Bib Mousse), respected in cruiser (Commander III Touring earns an 8.7 from us for good reason), and credible in trial and commuter categories. Value is where the conversation gets nuanced — Michelin commands a price premium, but our below-MSRP pricing closes that gap significantly, and the longevity of compounds like the Road 6 and Road 5 means cost-per-mile often beats cheaper alternatives. Who is Michelin for? Riders who want the right tire for their exact application and don't want to guess. Riders who've been burned by budget rubber. Riders who know the difference.

Michelin's flagship V-twin touring tire — built for loaded baggers, long miles, and all-weather confidence on every road in between.
Michelin's flagship V-twin touring tire — built for loaded baggers, long miles, and all-weather confidence on every road in between.
The Commander III is the go-to choice for V-twin touring riders who demand maximum mileage and all-weather reliability over weekend sport performance.

Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.
Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.
Best fit for V-twin riders who log real miles in unpredictable weather and want maximum wet-road confidence without giving up tread life

Michelin's purpose-built touring tire for V-twin riders who demand class-leading mileage, two-up load stability, and all-weather confidence on every long haul.
Michelin's purpose-built touring tire for V-twin riders who demand class-leading mileage, two-up load stability, and all-weather confidence on every long haul.
Best suited for loaded V-twin touring riders who prioritize long tread life, wet-weather reliability, and two-up stability over spirited canyon performance.

Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser touring tire — built for V-twin torque, long miles, and all-weather confidence on American iron.
Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser touring tire — built for V-twin torque, long miles, and all-weather confidence on American iron.
Best suited for V-twin riders who prioritize long-haul mileage, wet-weather confidence, and loaded stability over outright cornering performance.

Michelin's all-weather sport-touring benchmark — built for riders who log real miles in real conditions, rain or shine.
Michelin's all-weather sport-touring benchmark — built for riders who log real miles in real conditions, rain or shine.
The Road 6 is the go-to choice for year-round street riders who want top-tier wet grip and commuter-friendly mileage without giving up canyon-road confidence.

Foam insert technology that kills punctures dead — built for serious enduro, motocross, and rally competition where flats are simply not an option.
Foam insert technology that kills punctures dead — built for serious enduro, motocross, and rally competition where flats are simply not an option.
Purpose-built for riders who race or ride aggressively off-road and cannot afford to lose a day — or a race — to a flat tire

Michelin's benchmark street tire for riders who face real weather — engineered to hold its wet-grip advantage mile after mile, not just when new.
Michelin's benchmark street tire for riders who face real weather — engineered to hold its wet-grip advantage mile after mile, not just when new.
The Road 5 is built for street riders who ride year-round and won't compromise on wet safety or mileage to get canyon performance on the weekends.

Michelin's proven dual-compound sport-tourer built for high-mileage riders who demand wet-weather confidence without sacrificing corner grip.
Michelin's proven dual-compound sport-tourer built for high-mileage riders who demand wet-weather confidence without sacrificing corner grip.
The Pilot Road 4 is the go-to choice for riders who cover serious miles year-round and need a tire that earns its keep in every condition.

Michelin's flagship sport street tire — built for canyon carvers and occasional track day riders who refuse to choose between wet-weather confidence and dry-grip performance.
Michelin's flagship sport street tire — built for canyon carvers and occasional track day riders who refuse to choose between wet-weather confidence and dry-grip performance.
The Power 6 is the go-to choice for aggressive street riders on sport and naked bikes who want top-tier grip with enough wet-weather confidence for real-world Southern California riding.

Michelin's road-biased adventure tire built for the Pan America and mixed-surface riders who demand wet-weather confidence without sacrificing pavement manners.
Michelin's road-biased adventure tire built for the Pan America and mixed-surface riders who demand wet-weather confidence without sacrificing pavement manners.
Best suited to Pan America and ADV riders who spend the majority of their miles on pavement and mixed surfaces, with occasional gravel and dirt thrown in.

Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser tire built for loaded touring miles, wet-road confidence, and the torque demands of American V-twins and metric cruisers alike.
Michelin's heavy-duty cruiser tire built for loaded touring miles, wet-road confidence, and the torque demands of American V-twins and metric cruisers alike.
The Commander II Reinforced is built for high-mileage cruiser and touring riders who want wet-weather confidence, load capacity, and tires that simply outlast the competition.

Michelin's first radial knobby — built for adventure riders who split time between asphalt and dirt without wanting to compromise on either.
Michelin's first radial knobby — built for adventure riders who split time between asphalt and dirt without wanting to compromise on either.
Best suited for adventure riders who log real mixed-surface miles — strong on dirt and fully capable on pavement, with honest mileage trade-offs for the capability it delivers.

Michelin's all-conditions sport tire engineered for year-round grip — built for riders who won't park the bike when the sky goes gray.
Michelin's all-conditions sport tire engineered for year-round grip — built for riders who won't park the bike when the sky goes gray.
The Power 5 is the go-to choice for year-round sport riders who need real wet-weather confidence without giving up strong dry performance

Michelin's most versatile off-road compound — built for mixed terrain, weekend warriors, and dual-sport riders who need grip that lasts.
Michelin's most versatile off-road compound — built for mixed terrain, weekend warriors, and dual-sport riders who need grip that lasts.
Best suited for trail riders and dual-sport adventurers who cover varied ground and want proven grip without burning through tires every few rides.

Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.
Michelin's long-reigning cruiser benchmark — built for heavyweight baggers, loaded two-up touring, and all-weather confidence across every mile.
The Commander II is the go-to choice for heavyweight cruiser and touring riders who want maximum mileage, confident wet-weather traction, and proven reliability over the long haul.

Michelin's premium inner tube line — engineered for reliability across street, vintage, and dual-sport applications where failure simply isn't an option.
Michelin's premium inner tube line — engineered for reliability across street, vintage, and dual-sport applications where failure simply isn't an option.
Best suited for riders on tube-type wheels who want a long-lasting, balanced inner tube they can trust across street, vintage, and off-road use

Michelin's benchmark all-season scooter tire built for wet city streets — the smart choice for urban commuters who refuse to gamble on grip.
Michelin's benchmark all-season scooter tire built for wet city streets — the smart choice for urban commuters who refuse to gamble on grip.
The City Grip 2 is built for riders who commute year-round and need a scooter tire that's genuinely trustworthy when the pavement is wet.

Michelin's all-conditions sport-road tire built for riders who face real weather, real miles, and still want to push on the weekend.
Michelin's all-conditions sport-road tire built for riders who face real weather, real miles, and still want to push on the weekend.
Best suited for riders who commute daily, face variable weather, and still want capable weekend performance without swapping tires.

Michelin's premium 70/30 adventure tire built for pavement-dominant riders who demand all-weather grip, serious mileage, and real off-road capability.
Michelin's premium 70/30 adventure tire built for pavement-dominant riders who demand all-weather grip, serious mileage, and real off-road capability.
The Anakee Adventure is the go-to choice for pavement-primary ADV riders who want premium wet-weather confidence, strong mileage, and enough off-road credibility to handle dirt when the road ends.

Michelin's factory-spec cruiser tire built exclusively for Harley-Davidson — OE performance with all-weather confidence for the miles-hungry rider.
Michelin's factory-spec cruiser tire built exclusively for Harley-Davidson — OE performance with all-weather confidence for the miles-hungry rider.
The Scorcher 31 is the benchmark street tire for Harley-Davidson riders who demand long-lasting, all-weather grip without giving up street feel.

Michelin's pavement-first adventure tire — built for the rider who tours hard, corners confidently, and occasionally ventures off the beaten path.
Michelin's pavement-first adventure tire — built for the rider who tours hard, corners confidently, and occasionally ventures off the beaten path.
The Anakee Road is the go-to choice for adventure bike riders who log serious pavement miles but want confidence when the road turns to gravel.

MotoGP-derived dry performance for sport riders who split time between canyon roads and track days — without the fuss of race-only rubber.
MotoGP-derived dry performance for sport riders who split time between canyon roads and track days — without the fuss of race-only rubber.
Best suited to sport riders and track day regulars who demand race-derived dry grip but still need a tire they can commute home on after a session.

Michelin's purpose-built observed trials competition tire — engineered for maximum grip, low-pressure compliance, and precision obstacle work where every dab counts.
Michelin's purpose-built observed trials competition tire — engineered for maximum grip, low-pressure compliance, and precision obstacle work where every dab counts.
The Michelin Trial Light is a competition-only trials tire built for riders who understand low-pressure setup and need every edge on technical sections.

Purpose-built motocross rubber for hard-pack and packed clay — the go-to MX tire for racers and high-volume practice riders who live on firm terrain.
Purpose-built motocross rubber for hard-pack and packed clay — the go-to MX tire for racers and high-volume practice riders who live on firm terrain.
The StarCross 6 Hard is built for competitive and practice riders who spend most of their time on firm, packed tracks where durability and grip retention matter most.

Michelin's GT-reinforced sport-touring tire built for heavyweight bikes, long miles, and genuine wet-weather confidence.
Michelin's GT-reinforced sport-touring tire built for heavyweight bikes, long miles, and genuine wet-weather confidence.
The Road 6 GT is the go-to choice for GT and sport-touring riders who log serious miles in all conditions and won't compromise on wet-road confidence.

Michelin's OE performance tire for modern Harley-Davidson platforms — built for grip, wet confidence, and riders who actually push their machines.
Michelin's OE performance tire for modern Harley-Davidson platforms — built for grip, wet confidence, and riders who actually push their machines.
The go-to upgrade for modern Harley-Davidson performance riders who want real sport-tire grip and all-weather confidence without sacrificing street manners

Michelin's all-weather scooter tire built for urban commuters and maxi-scooter riders who refuse to compromise wet-road safety for everyday durability.
Michelin's all-weather scooter tire built for urban commuters and maxi-scooter riders who refuse to compromise wet-road safety for everyday durability.
The City Grip 2 Reinforced is the go-to choice for scooter riders who log real miles in real weather and need a tire that delivers every day, not just on dry days.

Michelin's foam tube replacement for enduro and trail riders who refuse to let a flat end their ride — zero puncture risk, zero pressure loss.
Michelin's foam tube replacement for enduro and trail riders who refuse to let a flat end their ride — zero puncture risk, zero pressure loss.
Built for serious enduro and backcountry riders who need bulletproof reliability on technical terrain — not a street or casual trail product

Michelin's proven StarCross motocross technology scaled specifically for youth racers and small-bore off-road machines — built to develop riders, not just fit smaller bikes.
Michelin's proven StarCross motocross technology scaled specifically for youth racers and small-bore off-road machines — built to develop riders, not just fit smaller bikes.
The StarCross 5 Mini is the go-to off-road tire for youth motocross racers and small-bore enthusiasts who want genuine Michelin performance in the right size.

Michelin's Harley-Davidson co-developed radial cruiser tire — built for spirited street performance on V-Rod, Fat Boy, FXDR 114, Breakout, and Street models.
Michelin's Harley-Davidson co-developed radial cruiser tire — built for spirited street performance on V-Rod, Fat Boy, FXDR 114, Breakout, and Street models.
The Scorcher 11 is built for Harley riders who want OE-grade fitment with genuine cornering confidence on dry canyon roads and city streets.

Michelin's refined 90/10 adventure-touring tire built for pavement-first riders who demand wet-weather confidence, long wear, and loaded-bike stability.
Michelin's refined 90/10 adventure-touring tire built for pavement-first riders who demand wet-weather confidence, long wear, and loaded-bike stability.
Best suited for adventure bike riders who prioritize all-weather on-road grip and long mileage over any serious off-road capability.

A road-confident adventure tire built for riders who chase pavement first and gravel second — with the wet grip and longevity to back it up.
A road-confident adventure tire built for riders who chase pavement first and gravel second — with the wet grip and longevity to back it up.
Best suited for adventure riders who spend the majority of their miles on pavement or gravel with occasional light dirt excursions.

Michelin's purpose-built desert race tire — lighter, grippier in deep sand, and engineered for high-speed Baja-style competition.
Michelin's purpose-built desert race tire — lighter, grippier in deep sand, and engineered for high-speed Baja-style competition.
The Desert Race Baja is built for one job — fast, deep-sand desert racing — and it does that job better than almost anything else on the market.

Michelin's rally-raid-proven desert tire, DOT-certified for the road sections between epic off-road stages — built for serious adventure and competition riders.
Michelin's rally-raid-proven desert tire, DOT-certified for the road sections between epic off-road stages — built for serious adventure and competition riders.
The Desert Race is purpose-built for rally competitors and remote adventure tourers who demand genuine off-road performance and can accept the trade-offs on pavement.

Michelin's dual-compound sport tire built for riders who demand corner grip on weekends and real mileage on weekdays.
Michelin's dual-compound sport tire built for riders who demand corner grip on weekends and real mileage on weekdays.
The 2CT is the go-to choice for sport riders who split time between daily miles and aggressive weekend riding and won't compromise on either.

Michelin's reinforced street tire built for scooters and small-displacement bikes that eat daily miles in any weather Orange County throws at them.
Michelin's reinforced street tire built for scooters and small-displacement bikes that eat daily miles in any weather Orange County throws at them.
The go-to choice for scooter and small-displacement riders in Orange County who need confident wet grip and long-haul durability from a single tire

A radial-construction all-rounder built for small-displacement sport bikes that earn their miles in all weather, every week.
A radial-construction all-rounder built for small-displacement sport bikes that earn their miles in all weather, every week.
The Pilot Street Radial is the go-to tire for small-displacement sport riders who prioritize wet confidence and long wear over lap-time chasing.

Bias-ply performance with modern wet-grip technology — purpose-built for retro and modern classic bikes that demand both period-correct style and real-world safety.
Bias-ply performance with modern wet-grip technology — purpose-built for retro and modern classic bikes that demand both period-correct style and real-world safety.
The Road Classic is the go-to tire for modern classic and retro-styled bike owners who ride in all conditions and won't compromise the look of their machine for grip.

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

Michelin's dedicated sand specialist — purpose-built for dune riders, desert explorers, and off-road competitors who live in the loam.
Michelin's dedicated sand specialist — purpose-built for dune riders, desert explorers, and off-road competitors who live in the loam.
The go-to tire for dune riders and desert racers who spend their weekends in soft, loose terrain and need grip that doesn't quit mid-ride

Michelin's lightest trials competition tire — purpose-built for technical obstacle riding where bike placement and grip matter more than mileage.
Michelin's lightest trials competition tire — purpose-built for technical obstacle riding where bike placement and grip matter more than mileage.
Built for competitors and advanced trials riders who demand the lightest, most precise grip tool on the market — street and touring use not its wheelhouse.

Michelin's purpose-built soft-terrain motocross tire — engineered for mud, sand, and wet conditions where traction is everything.
Michelin's purpose-built soft-terrain motocross tire — engineered for mud, sand, and wet conditions where traction is everything.
Built for mud racers and variable-condition trail riders who need maximum traction when the ground turns soft, wet, or sandy.

Michelin's factory-spec trials tire built for soft-to-mixed terrain — the choice of competition riders who can't afford a single dab.
Michelin's factory-spec trials tire built for soft-to-mixed terrain — the choice of competition riders who can't afford a single dab.
The go-to competition trials tire for soft and mixed terrain — exceptional grip and precision, with wear life that reflects its race-bred priorities.

Flat-proof foam insert engineered for serious enduro competition — zero puncture risk, consistent pressure feel, Michelin-optimized fitment.
Flat-proof foam insert engineered for serious enduro competition — zero puncture risk, consistent pressure feel, Michelin-optimized fitment.
Built for enduro racers and committed backcountry riders who can't afford a flat — not a street or casual trail product

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.
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.
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

Michelin's hard enduro-bred extreme off-road tire — built for technical terrain specialists who hit pavement only to get to the dirt.
Michelin's hard enduro-bred extreme off-road tire — built for technical terrain specialists who hit pavement only to get to the dirt.
The Enduro Xtrem is purpose-built for serious dirt riders — if you're spending 70% or more of your saddle time off pavement in demanding conditions, this is your tire.

Michelin's hard-pack motocross tire built for desert racers and MX riders who need durability and consistent grip when the ground gets firm.
Michelin's hard-pack motocross tire built for desert racers and MX riders who need durability and consistent grip when the ground gets firm.
The StarCross 6 Medium Hard is built for desert and hardpack MX riders who want Michelin durability without sacrificing competitive grip lap after lap.

Michelin's MotoGP-derived compound meets the American V-twin — engineered for Harley riders who want real grip, real mileage, and all-weather confidence.
Michelin's MotoGP-derived compound meets the American V-twin — engineered for Harley riders who want real grip, real mileage, and all-weather confidence.
Best suited for Harley V-twin riders who split time between daily commuting and weekend canyon runs and need a tire that handles both with confidence.

Michelin's sport-inspired cruiser tire built for lightweight platforms — responsive, rain-ready, and purpose-built for riders who want more than standard cruiser rubber.
Michelin's sport-inspired cruiser tire built for lightweight platforms — responsive, rain-ready, and purpose-built for riders who want more than standard cruiser rubber.
The Scorcher 21 is the right call for Street Rod owners and lightweight cruiser riders who prioritize wet grip and handling sharpness over marathon mileage.

Michelin's go-to motocross tire for hardpack and mixed-terrain riders who need consistent grip from gate drop to last moto.
Michelin's go-to motocross tire for hardpack and mixed-terrain riders who need consistent grip from gate drop to last moto.
Best for motocross and trail riders who spend their days on hardpack and mixed terrain and need a tire that doesn't quit as conditions change.

Michelin's all-weather sport-touring tire built for riders who rack up serious miles rain or shine — confidence from first mile to last.
Michelin's all-weather sport-touring tire built for riders who rack up serious miles rain or shine — confidence from first mile to last.
Best suited for year-round commuters and touring riders who need consistent wet-weather grip and long tread life over outright sport performance.

Michelin's all-weather street tire built for small-displacement bikes and scooters that rack up real-world miles in any condition.
Michelin's all-weather street tire built for small-displacement bikes and scooters that rack up real-world miles in any condition.
Best for small-displacement bike and scooter riders who need reliable year-round grip and strong wet-weather confidence over everything else.

Michelin's reinforced urban commuter tire built for scooters and small-displacement bikes that need all-weather reliability and puncture protection mile after mile.
Michelin's reinforced urban commuter tire built for scooters and small-displacement bikes that need all-weather reliability and puncture protection mile after mile.
Best suited to scooter and small-bike commuters who prioritize puncture resistance, all-weather confidence, and long tread life over outright performance.
What's the difference between the Michelin Road 5, Road 6, and Road 6 GT?
The Road 5 is a proven all-weather sport-touring tire with excellent wet grip — still a great pick and available at a lower price point. The Road 6 is the current generation and improves on wet braking distance, tread life, and dry performance; it's one of the best all-around tires we carry. The Road 6 GT is built for heavier bikes and two-up touring loads, with a stiffer carcass to handle the extra weight without sacrificing handling.
Is the Michelin Commander III really worth it over the Commander II for my cruiser?
Yes, and we say that with data behind it. The Commander III uses a more evolved 2CT+ compound that extends tread life meaningfully over the Commander II while improving wet-weather grip — a real upgrade for cruiser riders who log serious miles. If you're on a heavyweight HD or Indian, the Reinforced Touring variant is what we typically recommend. Come in and we'll spec the right fitment for your bike.
Which Michelin StarCross 6 variant should I choose for SoCal riding?
Southern California terrain tends toward hard-pack and dry dirt, which puts most riders in StarCross 6 Hard or Medium Hard territory. If you're riding softer, loamier trails or heading to Mammoth for muddier conditions, step down to Medium Soft or Mud. We stock all StarCross 6 compounds and can help you match to where you actually ride — not just what sounds right on paper.
How does Michelin's Bib Mousse work and who actually needs it?
Bib Mousse is a foam insert that replaces the air tube entirely — there's no air pressure to lose, so a puncture in the desert or on a race course doesn't end your day. It's designed for off-road competition, enduro, and extreme terrain riders where a flat is a serious problem. It's not a commuter solution — the ride feel is firmer and there's no pressure adjustment — but for serious off-road use, it's a legitimate performance advantage we're proud to stock.
Can I walk into MTC and get Michelin tires mounted same day?
That's exactly what we're here for. MTC in Orange, CA is a walk-in shop — no appointment needed. We carry one of the largest Michelin inventories in Orange County, mount and balance on-site, and our pricing is consistently below MSRP. Call ahead at (714) 516-9059 if you want to confirm your specific size is in stock.