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Scorpion™ Trail III

Name: Scorpion™ Trail III Motorcycle Tires
Brand: PIRELLI
Rating: 8.2 (17 reviews)

Pirelli's premium adventure-touring tire built for riders who split time between canyon roads, commutes, and gravel exploration — without compromising either end.

MTC8.2/10★★★★☆Adventure · All-Surface Capable

PIRELLI Scorpion™ Trail III motorcycle tire

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BrandPIRELLI

TypeAdventure / Dual-Sport

FitmentFront & Rear

Sizes17

Full silica compound front and rear delivers strong, consistent traction in both wet and dry conditions — a genuine all-weather performer

Asymmetric groove repositioning stabilizes the contact patch at highway speeds without sacrificing water evacuation in the rain

High-stiffness carcass with superior linear-density cords provides precise steering response and lateral support when leaning through corners

Rounded profile and increased width boost lean-angle confidence on canyon roads and adventure-bike platforms alike

Engineered for mid-to-large ADV bikes — fits 17-inch sport-adventure and traditional 19/21-inch adventure wheel configurations

Handles maintained gravel, fire roads, and packed dirt capably — ideal for the rider who goes off-pavement by choice, not by accident

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Select Size

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

Fulfillment

Live pricing · Walk-in mount & balance available

🛞 Running a spoked wheel? Parts Unlimited Standard Tubes fit 100/90-18 — from $8 →

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MTC Rating

MTC Score

8.2/10

★★★★☆

Best suited for adventure and crossover riders who prioritize wet-weather confidence and pavement performance with honest light off-road capability on the side.

Performance

Dry Grip8.4

Wet Grip8.6

Street Manners8.7

Track Capability6.2

Mileage7.8

Value8.0

Best For

Adventure Commuter

You put in real highway miles during the week and go exploring on weekends — gravel roads, fire trails, the occasional unpaved shortcut. The Trail III's wet grip scores and predictable handling make it a natural fit for anyone who needs a tire that works in Monday morning rain just as well as Saturday dirt.

Perfect Match

Sport-Touring Enthusiast

You're running a GS or Tiger like a sport bike — carving canyons, pushing through switchbacks, cruising at triple-digit highway speeds. The dirt roads you hit are incidental. The Trail III gives you the pavement grip and high-speed stability you want from a sport-touring tire on an adventure platform.

Great Match

Serious Off-Road Adventurer

If your routes regularly include technical single-track, deep gravel, or loose terrain, the Trail III will reach its limits. Its strength is pavement with off-road capability — not the other way around. A more aggressively knobbied tire will serve your riding better.

Consider Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR or dedicated dual-sport options

Full Size Chart & Part Numbers

Pos.	Size	Load/Speed	P/N	MFR Part #	UPC-A	Our Price / MSRP
Front	100/90-18	—	0301-0994	4254800	8019227425482	$193.78$234.91Save $41
FrontOOS	100/90-19	—	0305-0988	4254900	8019227425499	$227.57$275.85Save $48
Front	110/80R18	—	0301-0995	4453100	8019227445312	$225.70$273.57Save $48
Front	110/80R19	—	0316-0624	4255000	8019227425505	$256.22$310.62Save $54
Front	120/70R19	—	0316-0625	4255100	8019227425512	$252.31$305.84Save $54
Front	120/70ZR17	58W · 520 lbs / 168 mph	0301-0993	4328900	8019227432893	$211.91$297.64Save $86
Front	120/70ZR19	60W · 551 lbs / 168 mph	0316-0626	4255200	8019227425529	$260.49$315.80Save $55
Front	90/90-21	—	0316-0628	4255400	8019227425543	$216.10$261.96Save $46
RearOOS	120/90-17	—	0316-0629	4456600	8019227445664	$173.41$210.21Save $37
RearOOS	130/80R17	—	0317-0833	4255500	8019227425550	$273.56$331.64Save $58
Rear	140/80R17	—	0317-0834	4255600	8019227425567	$286.36$347.12Save $61
Rear	150/70R17	—	0317-0835	4255700	8019227425574	$285.66$346.31Save $61
Rear	150/70ZR18	70W · 739 lbs / 168 mph	0317-0841	4256100	8019227425611	$301.74$365.80Save $64
Rear	160/60ZR17	69W · 716 lbs / 168 mph	0317-0836	4436800	8019227443684	$244.74$341.71Save $97
Rear	170/60R17	—	0317-0837	4255800	8019227425581	$315.38$382.29Save $67
Rear	170/60ZR17	72W · 783 lbs / 168 mph	0317-0838	4255900	8019227425598	$315.38$382.29Save $67
Rear	180/55ZR17	73W · 805 lbs / 168 mph	0317-0840	4329000	8019227432909	$307.03$372.18Save $65

Frequently Asked

Wet grip is actually where the Trail III stands out — it scores an 8.6, the highest in its performance profile. The full-silica compound maintains traction on rain-soaked pavement, and the asymmetric tread channels water away from the contact patch efficiently. If you ride year-round in Southern California where storms can catch you on the freeway, this tire handles those conditions with real confidence.

Most riders see somewhere between 8,000 and 12,000 miles, with a lot depending on bike weight, riding style, and how much unpaved road you're covering. Heavy adventure bikes ridden hard will trend toward the lower end; steady highway touring will push the upper range. The silica compound prioritizes grip over outright longevity, so it's not a pure mileage tire — but it's a fair trade.

The Trail III is honest about its capabilities: it's built for riders who spend roughly 80% of their time on pavement. Maintained gravel roads, packed dirt fire trails, and light unpaved surfaces are well within its range. Technical single-track, deep sand, or loose rock? That's where you'll want to look at more aggressive knobbies like the Scorpion Rally STR.

Pirelli updated the silica compound for better wet-weather traction, repositioned the tread grooves asymmetrically for improved high-speed contact patch stability, and stiffened the carcass cords for more precise handling response. Riders moving up from the Trail II typically notice the difference most in lean-angle confidence and trajectory stability on faster roads.

Run a matched set. Pirelli engineers the Trail III front and rear as a complementary system — the profiles, compounds, and stiffness characteristics are tuned to work together. Mixing generations or brands can introduce unpredictable handling. At MTC, we always recommend installing both together; call us at (714) 516-9059 and we can confirm fitment for your specific bike before you come in.

The Trail III covers a wide range — BMW GS models, KTM Adventure series, Yamaha Ténéré, Triumph Tiger, Honda Africa Twin, and most other mid-to-large adventure and crossover platforms. It's available in both 17-inch sport-adventure sizes and the 19/21-inch traditional adventure wheel configurations. Not sure which size your bike takes? Give us a call or walk in and we'll look it up on the spot.

Pirelli Scorpion Trail III Tires in Orange County — MTC

Motorcycle Tire Center in Orange, CA stocks the Pirelli Scorpion Trail III for adventure and crossover riders across Orange County — from Irvine and Anaheim to Newport Beach, Mission Viejo, Fullerton, and Huntington Beach. If you're running a GS, Tiger, Ténéré, or any other mid-to-large ADV platform and you need a tire that's genuinely capable on both wet pavement and light off-road surfaces, the Trail III is one of the strongest options in the premium adventure-touring segment. We carry it below MSRP and can typically mount and balance your set the same day you walk in.

What sets the Trail III apart in its category is the combination of wet grip (8.6) and street manners (8.7) — two areas where many adventure tires make compromises. Pirelli's full-silica compound and asymmetric tread design deliver real all-weather confidence without giving up the lean-angle stability sport-oriented ADV riders expect on canyon roads. It's not a track tire and it won't replace a dedicated knobbier off-road tire for serious dirt work, but for the rider who lives between those extremes, it hits a compelling balance.

Walk-in mount and balance service at MTC runs $69 per tire for mounting, $9.95 for balancing, and $3.50 for disposal — straightforward pricing, no surprises. We're the motorcycle tire specialists in Orange County, and our team can help you confirm sizing, compare the Trail III against other adventure-touring options, and get you back on the road the same day. Call us at (714) 516-9059 or stop by — no appointment needed.

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