MICHELINCruiserTouring

Road Classic

Name: Road Classic Motorcycle Tires
Brand: MICHELIN
Rating: 8.2 (19 reviews)

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.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Cruiser · All-Weather Street

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BrandMICHELIN

TypeCruiser / Touring

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes19

Silica Rain Technology compound with a 26% void ratio evacuates water efficiently and delivers confident wet-weather traction across variable SoCal and canyon conditions

Dual crown bias-ply construction delivers 50% greater cornering stability over the previous generation — more composure mid-corner without sacrificing classic-bike feel

Factory-approved fitment for Triumph Bonneville T100, Street Twin, and a broad range of modern classic platforms — no guesswork on sizing compatibility

40% improvement in straight-line highway stability versus the predecessor casing — holds its line under load, braking, and freeway speeds

Period-correct sidewall profile and appearance — looks right on a retro machine while hiding thoroughly modern compound chemistry underneath

Wet-biased SRT compound validated on-circuit in wet conditions — not just a street claim, but a tested performance advantage over older-generation sport-touring rubber

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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

8.2/10

★★★★☆

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.

Performance

Dry Grip7.8

Wet Grip8.4

Street Manners8.7

Track Capability5.2

Mileage7.6

Value8.1

Best For

Modern Classic Daily Rider

You're putting real miles on a Bonneville, Scrambler, or air-cooled retro twin — rain commutes, weekend canyon runs, and the odd freeway blast. You need a tire that handles whatever the weather throws at it while looking like it belongs on your bike. The Road Classic was built exactly for this use case.

Perfect Match

All-Weather Touring Enthusiast

You cover serious distance on a heritage-styled parallel twin or classic four-cylinder and you're not willing to park the bike when it rains. Wet-weather confidence and loaded highway stability matter more to you than shaving lap times. The Road Classic delivers on both counts.

Great Match

Aggressive Sport Rider

You're chasing corner speed on track days or pushing hard through canyon switchbacks at real pace. The Road Classic's bias construction and street-optimized compound aren't engineered for that kind of heat cycling or edge-grip demand — you'll want a modern radial sport tire instead.

Consider Michelin Power RS or similar radial sport tire

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	N/A	—	0305-0822	29327	086699293275	$213.89$251.95Save $38
Front	100/90-18	—	0305-0918	41212	086699412126	$218.52$260.95Save $42
FrontOOS	100/90B18	—	87-93236	93618	86699936189	—
Front	100/90B19	—	0305-0821	20685	086699206855	$233.47$273.95Save $40
Front	110/70B17	—	0305-0815	76170	086699761705	$218.56$256.95Save $38
FrontOOS	110/80B17	—	0305-0816	72110	086699721105	$220.70$259.95Save $39
Front	110/80B18	—	0305-0819	65001	086699650016	$217.65$254.95Save $37
Front	110/90B18	—	0305-0820	26785	086699267856	$218.50$256.95Save $38
Front	90/90B18	—	0305-0817	00345	086699003454	$206.57$242.95Save $36
Rear	N/A	—	0306-0835	38992	086699389923	$214.73$251.95Save $37
Rear	120/90B18	—	0306-0832	67902	086699679024	$247.15$289.95Save $43
Rear	130/70B17	—	0306-0836	65232	086699652324	$245.91$288.95Save $43
Rear	130/70B18	—	0306-0833	25584	086699255846	$249.29$292.95Save $44
Rear	130/80B17	—	0306-0828	50689	086699506894	$249.68$291.95Save $42
Rear	130/80B18	—	0306-0834	11160	086699111609	$225.71$263.95Save $38
Rear	130/90B17	—	0306-0829	28034	086699280343	$257.90$302.95Save $45
Rear	140/80B17	—	0306-0830	88727	086699887276	$249.29$292.95Save $44
Rear	150/70B17	—	0306-0831	79282	086699792822	$262.86$306.95Save $44
Rear	150/70R17	—	0302-1569	26863	086699268631	$277.43$324.95Save $48

Frequently Asked

It's a bias-ply tire with dual crown plies — a deliberate design choice, not a compromise. The bias casing gives classic bikes the ride compliance and steering feedback their geometry was built around, while the dual crown construction resists squirm under braking and at highway speed far better than a single-crown bias design.

Wet grip is genuinely where this tire stands out — it earned an 8.4 out of 10 on our performance scale. The Silica Rain Technology compound and 26% void ratio work together to keep water out of the contact patch. Michelin's own circuit testing showed a meaningful wet lap-time advantage over the outgoing Pilot Activ, and that confidence carries over to real-world rain riding.

Plan on roughly 8,000 to 12,000 miles depending on your riding style, bike weight, and road surfaces. The SRT compound is tuned to prioritize wet-weather grip, so it won't outlast a dedicated long-haul touring tire — but for a classic bike rider logging mixed-condition miles, the wear life is solid and the trade-off is worth it.

Most likely yes — the Road Classic carries factory-approved fitment for the Bonneville T100 and Street Twin, and the available size range covers the majority of modern classic applications. Bring your bike's spec sheet or call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll confirm the right SKU before you make the trip to our Orange shop.

Yes, and it handles it well. The dual crown ply construction was specifically engineered to improve straight-line stability under load — 40% better than the previous generation casing. Riders report predictable, composed handling when carrying a passenger or a loaded tail bag at freeway speeds.

It's capable and confidence-inspiring on a spirited backroad run, but it's not pretending to be a sport tire. The bias construction offers good feedback and progressive grip for real-world street pace, but a modern radial will give you sharper turn-in, higher edge-grip limits, and better heat cycling for aggressive riding. The Road Classic is optimized for versatility and all-weather performance, not outright sport use.

Michelin Road Classic Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin Road Classic for riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Newport Beach to Fullerton, Huntington Beach, Anaheim, and Mission Viejo — who want modern wet-weather grip without sacrificing the classic look of their bike. If you're running a Triumph Bonneville, Scrambler, or any retro-styled machine and you're tired of choosing between style and performance, the Road Classic is the answer Michelin engineered specifically for that problem.

We carry the full Road Classic size range at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our walk-in mount and balance service means you can have a fresh set installed the same day — no appointment necessary. Our flat-rate service pricing is straightforward: $69 per tire for mounting, $9.95 per tire for balancing, and $3.50 per tire for disposal. No hidden fees, no upsells. Just experienced hands getting your classic bike back on the road properly.

The Road Classic's Silica Rain Technology compound and dual crown bias-ply construction make it one of the smartest all-condition choices for modern classic riders in Southern California, where marine layer mornings and unexpected canyon rain demand real wet-grip performance. Stop by our Orange location or call us at (714) 516-9059 — our tire specialists will confirm fitment for your specific model and get you sorted fast.

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