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Commander III Cruiser

Michelin's flagship cruiser tire built for V-twin riders who ride in all weather — serious mileage, serious wet grip, zero compromises on confidence.

MTC8.3/10★★★★☆Cruiser · All-Weather Recommended
Commander III Cruiser motorcycle tiremotorcycletireco.com
BrandMICHELIN
TypeCruiser / Touring
FitmentFront & Rear
Sizes10
Silica-enriched compound delivers class-leading wet grip with measurably shorter stopping distances than competing cruiser tires — tested, not just claimed
Advanced siping geometry evacuates water aggressively while keeping the contact patch stable through highway sweepers and low-speed maneuvers
Engineered specifically for V-twin weight distribution and torque delivery — this tire understands how your cruiser actually loads and transfers power
Compound stays pliable in cool morning temps and marine-layer conditions, giving you grip before the asphalt warms up
Longevity-balanced construction targets 10,000–14,000 miles rear / 15,000–20,000+ miles front under normal cruiser use without sacrificing progressive grip feel
Patented Premium Touch sidewall styling complements classic cruiser aesthetics — looks right on a Softail, Dyna, or Indian platform
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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
8.3/10
★★★★☆
Best fit for V-twin riders who log real miles in unpredictable weather and want maximum wet-road confidence without giving up tread life
Performance
Dry Grip8.1
Wet Grip8.9
Street Manners8.7
Track Capability4.2
Mileage8.4
Value8.0
Best For
All-Weather Commuter
You're putting 200-plus miles a week on your Softail or Dyna whether it's foggy, drizzling, or sunny. You cross multiple microclimates on a single commute and you need a tire that stays predictable when the road turns slick — not one that only performs when conditions are ideal. The Commander III's wet grip advantage and long tread life make it the right tool for your calendar.
Perfect Match
Weekend Touring Rider
You're planning 300-to-500-mile weekend loops through coastal highways and mountain corridors, and weather doesn't always cooperate. Two-up with luggage? The Commander III handles the load without going unstable or accelerating wear. It's a tire you can trust on day three of a trip just as much as day one.
Great Match
Aggressive Canyon Carver
If maximum lean angle, edge-grip feedback, and dry-road performance are your priorities on twisty backroads, the Commander III isn't your tire — it's optimized for cruiser geometry and all-weather duty, not aggressive sport riding. A sport-touring option will give you the dynamic profile and dry grip you're actually looking for.
Consider Michelin Road 5 or similar sport-touring tire
Full Size Chart & Part Numbers
Pos.SizeLoad/SpeedP/NMFR Part #UPC-AOur Price / MSRP
Front100/90B190305-067857003086699570031$192.00$215.95Save $24
Front110/90B190305-067931971086699319715$226.22$255.95Save $30
Front130/90B160305-068053566086699535665$255.20$287.95Save $33
FrontOOS140/75R170301-082709958086699099587$272.26$307.95Save $36
Front90/90B210305-067782926086699829269$210.40$236.95Save $27
Rear150/90B150306-069836264086699362643$300.00$338.95Save $39
Rear160/70B170306-069928241086699282415$316.60$357.95Save $41
Rear170/80B150306-070059618086699596185$288.46$325.95Save $37
Rear180/70B150306-070106749086699067494$354.15$399.95Save $46
RearOOS200/55R170302-140723119086699231192$302.98$341.95Save $39
Frequently Asked
Michelin made meaningful advances in both compound formulation and siping architecture going from the II to the III. The updated silica blend and revised water-channeling design produce shorter wet stopping distances — not marginal tweaks, but measurable gains that matter when you're braking on a damp coastal highway. The Commander II was already well-regarded for wet performance; the III raises that bar.
Rear tires typically run 10,000–14,000 miles and fronts commonly exceed 15,000–20,000 miles under normal cruiser conditions. Your actual numbers will shift with rider weight, riding style, and tire pressure discipline. The compound is balanced to hold grip progressively as it wears — it doesn't go from grippy to unpredictable as the miles stack up.
Yes — Michelin engineered this tire with cruiser weight distribution and load characteristics in mind. The casing construction supports passenger and gear weight without compromising straight-line stability or cornering confidence. Two-up touring riders consistently report solid performance across multi-day trips on fully loaded bikes.
The silica compound stays more pliable at lower ambient temperatures than older-generation cruiser tire formulas, which matters when you're rolling out before the roads warm up. Warm-up time is short, and the tire delivers predictable grip early in a ride rather than feeling wooden until the rubber heats through. For year-round Orange County riding — fog belt and all — that characteristic is genuinely useful.
The Commander III handles a brisk backroad pace confidently within the lean-angle limits of typical cruiser geometry. It's not going to keep up with a sport-touring tire at aggressive angles, but it won't hold you back on twisty roads ridden at a realistic cruiser pace. Know what your bike can do and the Commander III will work with you, not against you.
Michelin recommends replacing front and rear together, and we echo that at MTC. The Commander III's wet-grip characteristics are specifically engineered as a system — mixing it with a different brand or model can introduce handling unpredictability, particularly in the rain where this tire's advantages are most pronounced. Matched pairs give you the performance the tire was designed to deliver.

Michelin Commander III Cruiser Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin Commander III for V-twin riders throughout Orange County — whether you're rolling out of Huntington Beach into morning fog, running the 241 through Mission Viejo, or heading up to the canyons above Irvine on a weekend loop. The Commander III is built for the conditions Southern California actually throws at you: cool marine-layer mornings, surprise coastal drizzle, and the kind of loaded-touring miles that expose a tire's real character. We carry front and rear sizes across the Commander III range and price them below MSRP.

Walk into our Orange shop and we'll mount and balance your Commander IIIs the same day — no appointment needed. Our flat-rate pricing keeps it straightforward: $69 mount, $9.95 balance, and $3.50 disposal per tire. Whether you're on a Softail, a Dyna, a Heritage, or an Indian, our team knows cruiser fitment and will make sure you leave with the right size and the right tire pressure for your specific load and riding style.

If you're not sure the Commander III is the right call for your riding — maybe you want something more aggressive for canyon work, or you're trying to decide between front-only versus a full set — call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll give you a straight answer. We're not here to sell you a tire that doesn't fit how you ride. But if you're a cruiser rider who wants the best wet-weather performance and long tread life on the market, the Commander III is a difficult tire to argue against.

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