MICHELINCruiserTouring

Scorcher 31

Michelin's factory-spec cruiser tire built exclusively for Harley-Davidson — OE performance with all-weather confidence for the miles-hungry rider.

MTC8.3/10★★★★☆Cruiser · Street Recommended

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BrandMICHELIN

TypeCruiser / Touring

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes8

Racing-derived compound: Michelin's road-race chemistry informs the wet and dry grip balance, delivering confidence on everything from sun-baked SoCal freeways to damp canyon mornings

Carbon black-reinforced tread compound resists wear across high heat-cycle mileage — rear tires routinely see 8,000–10,000 miles on touring models

Tuned casing profile promotes responsive turn-in and neutral mid-corner stability — a noticeable improvement over vague-feeling OE rubber on baggers and mid-weight cruisers

Officially co-developed with Harley-Davidson and supplied as OE on Sport Glide, Low Rider, Iron 883, and other key models — fit and geometry dialed in at the factory level

Co-branded sidewall graphics confirm correct fitment and design intent — no guessing on profile compatibility

Progressive breakaway characteristics provide honest feedback across load ranges, whether solo or two-up with gear

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Prices use MTC dealer formula · Load/speed index explained in the FAQ below

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.3/10

★★★★☆

The Scorcher 31 is the benchmark street tire for Harley-Davidson riders who demand long-lasting, all-weather grip without giving up street feel.

Performance

Dry Grip8.2

Wet Grip8.4

Street Manners9.1

Track Capability5.0

Mileage8.6

Value8.0

Best For

Weekend Tourer

You're putting 5,000–10,000 miles a year on a Low Rider or bagger, running highway miles between canyon carves and coastal cruises. You need a tire that stays predictable in wet weather, holds up across multiple seasons, and still communicates what the road's doing under you. The Scorcher 31 was built for exactly this kind of riding.

Perfect Match

Urban Commuter / Spirited Rider

Daily riding an Iron 883 or Sportster means dealing with city stop-and-go, surprise rain, and the occasional weekend carve through the hills. You need wet grip you can trust, snappy enough turn-in to thread traffic, and a compound that survives the heat cycles of real-world commuting. The Scorcher 31 delivers on all three without shortchanging the fun factor.

Great Match

Track-Day Enthusiast

If you're chasing maximum lean angles, fast warm-up times, and race-compound bite on closed-course days, the Scorcher 31 isn't your tire. It's a street tire optimized for longevity and all-weather use, not scrubbing apexes. Step up to dedicated sport rubber for regular track sessions.

Consider Avon 3D Supersport or dedicated sport rubber

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	100/90B19	—	0307-0065	16136	086699161369	$187.72$211.95Save $24
Front	110/90B19	—	0307-0072	99375	086699993755	$220.64$248.95Save $28
Front	130/60B19	—	0307-0066	34871	086699348715	$234.32$264.95Save $31
FrontOOS	130/70B18	—	0307-0064	85271	086699852717	$242.02$272.95Save $31
Front	130/80B17	—	0307-0063	89023	086699890238	$244.12$275.95Save $32
Rear	160/70B17	—	0308-0051	16597	086699165978	$293.59$331.95Save $38
Rear	180/60B17	—	0308-0052	34050	086699340504	$294.88$332.95Save $38
Rear	180/70B16	—	0308-0057	63478	086699634788	$320.09$361.95Save $42

Frequently Asked

On heavier touring models, most riders are seeing 8,000–10,000 miles from the rear — fronts often push past 12,000. Your actual numbers will shift based on load, riding style, and how much stop-and-go heat cycling you're putting in, but the carbon black compound is specifically engineered to extend life without blunting grip.

The Scorcher 31 is engineered and profiled specifically for Harley-Davidson geometry, weight distribution, and suspension characteristics — the co-branding isn't just cosmetic. Some sizes may physically mount on metric platforms, but the handling behavior may not translate correctly. Call us at (714) 516-9059 and we'll check your specific fitment before you order.

Most riders report a clear step up in wet-weather confidence compared to the stock Dunlops. Michelin's silica-influenced compound stays pliable in cool, damp conditions — you get more progressive feedback at the contact patch and shorter stops on slick pavement, painted lane markers, and debris-covered roads. It's one of the more common reasons Orange County Harley riders bring their bikes to us for a tire swap.

Michelin designed the Scorcher 31 as a matched front-and-rear system, and we generally recommend replacing both when one is significantly worn. Mixing worn and fresh rubber — or pairing a Scorcher 31 with a different brand's tire — can introduce inconsistency in turn-in and braking that's hard to predict. If budget is a factor, call us and we'll walk you through the options.

The Scorcher 31 can handle spirited canyon riding and moderate-paced street-legal track events, but it's not engineered for closed-course abuse. The compound is tuned for mileage and all-weather street use — you'll get predictable grip and honest feedback, but not the outright lean angle or rapid heat-up of a dedicated sport tire. For regular track days on a Harley, we'd point you toward something softer.

Give yourself at least 100 miles of progressive riding before you start leaning on them hard. The first miles scrub off release agents and allow the compound to seat and cure at the contact patch. Hold off on hard braking, aggressive acceleration, and deep lean angles until you see a matte finish developing across the tread surface — that's your signal the tire is ready.

Michelin Scorcher 31 Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Michelin Scorcher 31 for Harley-Davidson riders throughout Orange County — from Anaheim and Fullerton to Newport Beach, Huntington Beach, Irvine, and Mission Viejo. If you're running an Iron 883, Sport Glide, Low Rider, or any of the other Harley platforms the Scorcher 31 was co-developed for, this is the factory-spec upgrade that gives you Michelin's racing-derived wet and dry grip alongside real-world mileage. It's one of the most requested cruiser tires we install, and for good reason.

We carry the Scorcher 31 at below-MSRP dealer pricing, and our walk-in mount and balance service means you're not waiting days for an appointment. Bring your bike in, and we'll have your tires swapped and balanced while you wait — mount is $69 per tire, balance is $9.95, and disposal runs $3.50 per tire. No dealer markups, no upselling rubber you don't need. Just the right tire for your Harley, installed by people who know exactly how these bikes are supposed to feel.

Not sure if the Scorcher 31 is the right fit for your specific model or riding style? Our team knows Harley fitment inside and out. Give us a call at (714) 516-9059 and we'll confirm compatibility, check our current inventory, and get you set up with the best tire for how and where you ride in Southern California.

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