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Avon Spirit ST

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The Spirit ST is the successor to Avon's acclaimed Storm range and has been designed to provide excellent levels of wet grip, together with superb handling on a wide range of popular sport-touring bikes.

Featuring a radical new tread pattern, the Spirit ST uses the very latest high-silica synthetic rubber compounds for improved mileage.

The quick answer

Owners say 90% from 16 owner reviews 86% would buy again Read the reviews
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Built from every independent test result and vetted owner review we hold for this tyre - the evidence is all further down the page. Data updated October 2026.

  • 16owner reviews
  • 48,766miles driven
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Tyre Reviews Score

Avon Spirit ST

7.2/10

From owner reviews only: no measured test results yet.

  • Limited Confidence
  • 16 owner reviews

How this score is built

Better than Weight
Independent testsNo measured test results yet – 0%
Owner reviews16 owner reviews · rated 90% 50% 52%
Typical tyreWhere every score starts before its own data counts – 48%
Combined 47% 7.2

A fixed curve turns the combined figure into the 0 to 10 score, so roughly the top 10% of a group score 9 or more.

Confidence

  1. Limited
  2. Medium
  3. High

Owner reviews decide 52% of this score. The other 48% is the typical starting point, and it shrinks as more reviews arrive.

Scored on owner reviews alone, a tyre is High once the reviews decide 90% or more, and Medium from 70%. Anything less is Limited: expect the number to move as reviews arrive.
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Size Range20 sizes available

100-200Width50-90Profile16-19Rim2017First On Market

Popular sizes180/55 R17190/55 R17225/45 R17160/60 R17200/50 R17185/55 R17
Frequently Asked Questions
What do owners say about the Avon Spirit ST?
Across 16 owner ratings the Avon Spirit ST averages 90%. Owners rate Wet Grip highest at 9.8 out of 10 and Wear lowest at 8.6. 83% of owners score it 70% or better.
How comfortable and quiet are the Avon Spirit ST?
Owners rate the Avon Spirit ST 8.8 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 14 reviews.
How well do the Avon Spirit ST wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Avon Spirit ST 8.6 out of 10 for wear across 14 reviews.
Would owners buy the Avon Spirit ST again?
86% of owners say they would buy the Avon Spirit ST again, based on the 14 owner reviews that answered the question. 79% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Avon Spirit ST's tread life?
Of the 14 owner reviews analysed for the Avon Spirit ST, 8 mention tread life: 7 praise it (long-lasting) and 1 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "Milage was nearly double my normal Michelin tyres which was a bonus considering bike tyre costs and I use a lot in a year". Read those reviews
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When is the release date (uk availability) on the new for the avon spirit st tyres?
April 27, 2017
Avon have said "late Spring" for the new Spirit ST, so hopefully they'll be available in the market any time now!

Avon Spirit ST Owner Reviews

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What owners say summarised from 14 reviews

Owners most often praise the Avon Spirit ST for its tread life, with several reporting good mileage even on heavy, loaded bikes. One rider reported nearly twice the mileage of their usual Michelin, while another expected around 6,000 miles from the rear. Dry grip is well regarded, and riders also praise wet grip and predictable handling on twisty roads. A few mention a smooth, comfortable ride. Overall, 10 of the 14 reviews score it above 70%, although experiences are not universally positive.

What owners mention most counted across 14 reviews

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Owner ratings averaged from 16 ratings

  • Owner score 90%
  • Wet Grip 98%
  • Dry Grip 95%
  • Handling 89%
  • Comfort 88%
  • Road Feedback 87%
  • Wear 86%

Featured reviews

Most helpful 24%

“Supplied with a front tyre which shook and vibrated by BMW K1600gt at speeds over 60mph. Went through the warranty process and Avon (Goodyear) rejected my claim and could find nothing wrong with it. Initially fitted and...”

  • BMW K1600gt
  • 100 miles
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All 14 Avon Spirit ST reviews

Score spread across 12 written reviews
94%
Member
Initial Impressions

Noise level much better than anything else I've used as was the comfort..I found this tyre confidence inspiring for our bad roads with excellent braking performance in bad conditions..long term grip levels throughout the tyres life was better than the competition at that time .I also found the tyres to be well balanced from the start .Milage was nearly double my normal Michelin tyres which was a bonus considering bike tyre costs and I use a lot in a year .I would buy again if available.For me they work great but on a track day they can get a bit squirming when pushed hard on a heavy bike , however this was all part of the fun .

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 9
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 0
100%
Member
Initial Impressions

Spectacular tyre both in cold and rain and with temperatures of up to 33 degrees.
Mounted on a VFR 800, even wear, very good grip, much better than the Road 4 and 5 from Michelin...
Sporty feel, I will definitely mount again...

Avon Spirit ST owner photo
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 0
96%
Member
Initial Impressions

Great tyres. Holding up well on my BMW K1600gt. A good all rounder.

This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 8
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 14

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24%
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  • BMW K1600gt
  • 120/70 R17
  • 100 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Average
Supplied with a front tyre which shook and vibrated by BMW K1600gt at speeds over 60mph. Went through the warranty process and Avon (Goodyear) rejected my claim and could find nothing wrong with it. Initially fitted and balanced by a reputable dealer and the refitted and rebalanced by a second garage with the same dangerous results. Clearly not suitable for a BMW K1600gt despite their claims. Avoid at all costs.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 1
  • Handling 1
  • Comfort 1
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 919
97%
Member
  • 180/55 R17
The best sport turismo on the market without a doubt well above the Michelin Road 5 and the Bridgestone bt 16 pro
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 921
96%
Member
The avons replaced my regular Michelin and all I can say is that they have out shone those by a long way in my bike .The tyre has not let go once in 5k miles in all conditions and scenarios .The rear is a very comfortable ride compared to previous fitments .A big positive is that they defiantly do not square off or ware out as quick as previously fitted tyres which is great when I do a lot of 2 up riding .Normally id only get 3500 tops from a rear but with these in expecting close to 6000 which really makes them great value in my eyes .
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 9
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,029
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  • 185/55 R17
  • 200 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Spirited
Had the Avon st fitted toy aprila at a recent service. Right away I noticed the bike become extremely reluctant to turn especially in fast changes of direction. The grip seems fine no problem with that but there is virtually no feedback from the tyres. I have had mertzelrs and pilot powers prior and I won't go back to the Avon's again
Member
Don’t be fooled by the ‘sports touring’ moniker - these tyres are seriously capable. Good in cold wet conditions, great dry weather grip and can even handle the occasional trackday. All the grip and stability you could ask for on the road. They seem to last well and are inexpensive. I’m struggling to think of any negatives to be honest. Highly recommended ommended.
64%
Member
Great handling tyre, only lasted 2000 km tho
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 8
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 9
  • Wear 2
  • Comfort 7
  • Buy again 1
Helpful 1,078
99%
Member
Having last had Avon Tyres back in the 70's & 80's I have to admit I never considered them, after about after a 10 year break for from riding [bad back]. Then in the 90's got back on a bike and only used Bridgestone etc. So when the Tiger 1050SE was due a set of tyres I started looking about as I wasn't happy the Bridgestone performance in all conditions. So hit the internet and found the Avon Spirit ST's and the good reviews, so I decided to go for them. After I had scrubbed them in I start to really try them out. Well, I could not believe how good dam good they are. Positive feel [wet & dry] the bike handles like a cruse missile. The ride is so much smoother, even the wife noticed from the pillion. I've only done about 500miles on them but will buy again...I'm a weekend motorcycle instructor, I go on blasts with my mates and tour Europe [well when we can start doing it again, thanks China...] Big thanks Avon, these tyres are fantastic and made in the UK, made an old man happy... ;) Well done Avon...
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 10
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 9
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 961
97%
Member
  • Yamaha MT 07
  • 180/55 R17 W
  • 6,000 miles
  • A Combination of Roads
  • Spirited
These tires transformed the ride on my Yamaha 700. The Pirellis I had before them were twitchy and always made me nervous. The Spirit ST are stable and remain grippy all weathers. The bike is still fun to ride fast and no less chuck-able riding twisty roads, just more predictable. The wear rate has been very good and so was the price. I also think they look great - especially that MotoGP-like rear. Will definitely replace them with the same again.
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 9
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 9
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 975
97%
Member
  • Suzuki 2008
  • 160/60 R17
  • 6,000 miles
  • Mostly Country Roads
  • Spirited
A bit expensive but a fantastic tyre . I was a big fan of the original Avon storms though was only getting 3-4K out of a pair , the second generation were a big improvement - I dabbled with PR3's and other tyres but found the Avon storms superior - I can't really tell the dofference between the storm 2 and the spirit but the tread pattern looks different - the tyre compound round the edges seems just as sticky

I've taken these on the track both wet and dry and can't fault them , they snot up a lot like a race tyre and give a good amount of feedback . I've also toured through baking sun and torrential rain and never been let down by them
This owner's scores
  • Dry Grip 10
  • Wet Grip 10
  • Road Feedback 8
  • Handling 10
  • Wear 10
  • Comfort 10
  • Buy again 10
Helpful 1,016
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