MICHELINSportSport-Touring

Power Shift

Name: Power Shift Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MICHELIN
Rating: 8.3 (3 reviews)

Michelin's all-conditions sport-road tire built for riders who face real weather, real miles, and still want to push on the weekend.

MTC8.3/10★★★★☆Sport · All-Weather Street

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BrandMICHELIN

TypeSport / Sport-Touring

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes3

Water Evergrip expanding sipes actively maintain wet-road traction as the tire wears — not just when it's new

Silica-enriched compound delivers strong cornering grip without burning through tread prematurely

Neutral profile geometry promotes confidence from turn-in through mid-corner without demanding correction

Race-derived construction background applied to a tire designed for street realities, not just dry circuits

Fits both 17-inch sport bikes and 15-inch maxi-scooters — a rare premium option for the scooter segment

Heat-cycle resistant formulation keeps performance consistent whether you're cold-morning commuting or canyon carving at noon

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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

Save below MSRPIn-stock · ships fastWalk-in install

MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.3/10

★★★★☆

Best suited for riders who commute daily, face variable weather, and still want capable weekend performance without swapping tires.

Performance

Dry Grip8.2

Wet Grip8.7

Street Manners8.9

Track Capability6.8

Mileage8.1

Value8.0

Best For

All-Weather Commuter

You ride every day whether it's sunny or not, and you need a tire that's sharp in the wet without making you nervous on cold pavement. The Power Shift's wet grip and predictable feel across changing conditions mean you're not second-guessing the front end every time the road gets damp.

Perfect Match

Sport-Touring Enthusiast

You run canyon roads on Saturday and clock highway miles on Sunday. The Power Shift has enough cornering capability to feel alive on twisty backroads while holding up over longer hauls — and you won't be caught out if the weather turns mid-ride.

Great Match

Track Day Regular

If lapping a circuit is your primary goal, the Power Shift's compound isn't built for sustained high-heat track punishment — it's optimized for street longevity and wet performance, not outright dry bite at the limit. You'll want something sharper for dedicated sessions.

Consider Michelin Power RS or Dunlop Sportmax Q5

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	120/70R15	—	0340-1380	54607	086699546074	$204.27$226.95Save $23
Front	120/70R17	—	0340-1381	63557	086699635570	$207.25$229.95Save $23
Rear	160/60R15	—	0340-1382	02955	086699029553	$262.63$291.95Save $29

Frequently Asked

Standard sipes are static grooves that get shallower — and less effective — as the tire wears down. Michelin's Water Evergrip sipes are engineered to expand as the tread wears, so the tire keeps channeling water and maintaining wet contact through most of its usable life. The practical result is that you don't experience that sudden drop-off in wet grip that catches riders off guard on older tires.

It'll work at a track day if you're not pushing hard lap after lap, but it's not what the tire was designed for. The compound is built around street durability and wet-weather grip, not sustained high-temperature circuit performance. If you're doing more than the occasional casual session, step up to the Michelin Power RS or a dedicated sport compound — you'll feel the difference.

Riding style and bike weight matter a lot here, but sport-oriented street riders are reporting roughly 7,000–10,000 miles under normal use. More conservative riders can push beyond that. The compound is specifically formulated to resist the center-strip wear that kills most sport tires early, so mileage tends to be more consistent than you'd expect from a performance-focused design.

Yes — the 120/70R15 and 160/60R15 fitments are purpose-built for maxi-scooters and larger scooter platforms. This is actually one of the Power Shift's standout selling points: premium sport-road technology in sizes that the scooter segment has historically been underserved by. If you're running a bigger displacement scooter, this is one of the few genuine performance options available to you.

The silica compound stays flexible across a wider temperature range than typical sport-compound tires, which means you get usable grip without needing a warmup ritual on a 55-degree morning. For Orange County riders dealing with early coastal chill or fall canyon runs, the Power Shift holds up better than most sport tires in this class — it's a genuine all-season option.

Michelin recommends it, and so do we. Mismatched wear levels or mixing tire models can create inconsistent handling — especially in hard braking or aggressive cornering where front-rear balance matters most. If you're budget-constrained, prioritize the rear for traction and get the front in as soon as practical. Call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll walk you through the options.

Michelin Power Shift Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center stocks the Michelin Power Shift for Orange County riders who need a tire that performs in the real world — not just in ideal conditions. Whether you're commuting through Irvine, running Ortega Highway on the weekend, or logging miles between Fullerton and Newport Beach, the Power Shift's wet grip and long tread life make it one of the most practical sport-road tires Michelin has built. We carry it below MSRP, and our team can tell you immediately whether it's the right fit for your bike.

Walk-in mount and balance is available at our Orange location — no appointment needed. We charge $69 per tire for mounting, $9.95 for balancing, and $3.50 for disposal, so there are no surprises at checkout. The Power Shift is available in both 17-inch sport fitments and 15-inch maxi-scooter sizes, and we stock a broad size range to cover everything from middleweight nakeds to larger displacement scooters.

Not sure if the Power Shift is the right call for your riding, or whether you'd be better served by the Michelin Power RS or another option? Call us at (714) 516-9059 and talk to a tire specialist who actually rides. We serve the greater Orange County area including Anaheim, Mission Viejo, Huntington Beach, and surrounding communities — and we'll give you a straight answer on what tire makes sense for how you ride.

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