The Michelin Pilot Road 2 is a Premium Touring Summer tyre designed to be fitted to Motorcycles.
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Owners say83%from 16 owner reviews75% would buy againRead 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 August 2026.
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Road 2?
Across 16 owner ratings the Michelin Pilot Road 2 averages 83%. Owners rate Wear highest at 9 out of 10 and Wet Grip lowest at 7.9. 5 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles. 81% of owners score it 70% or better.
How comfortable and quiet are the Michelin Pilot Road 2?
Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Road 2 8.4 out of 10 for comfort and noise across 16 reviews.
How well do the Michelin Pilot Road 2 wear, according to owners?
Owners rate the Michelin Pilot Road 2 9 out of 10 for wear across 16 reviews. 5 of those reviews come from owners past 10,000 miles, and the typical review covers 7,000 miles.
Would owners buy the Michelin Pilot Road 2 again?
75% of owners say they would buy the Michelin Pilot Road 2 again, based on the 16 owner reviews that answered the question. 50% of them gave it the highest possible answer.
What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Road 2's tread life?
Of the 16 owner reviews analysed for the Michelin Pilot Road 2, 11 mention tread life: 10 praise it (long-lasting) and 1 criticise it (wears quickly). One owner wrote: "Wear is best I can find in any tyre". Read those reviews
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What do owners say about the Michelin Pilot Road 2's dry grip?
Of the 16 owner reviews analysed for the Michelin Pilot Road 2, 9 mention dry grip: 7 praise it (strong dry grip) and 2 criticise it (limited dry grip). One owner wrote: "These tyres by far offer the best grip and feedback". Read those reviews
What does the Michelin Pilot Road 2 replace?
The Michelin Pilot Road 2 is the successor to the Michelin Pilot Road in Michelin's range.
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Michelin Pilot Road 2 is widely praised as an excellent sport-touring tyre, with most riders reporting strong dry grip, very good wet-road confidence, and predictable, stable handling across a range of bikes. A dominant theme is outstanding longevity, with many users citing very high mileage and slow squaring-off, making it strong value over time. A smaller minority report reduced confidence when the tyre is cold, with some describing front or rear movement until warmed up.
What owners mention most counted across 16 reviews
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Owner ratings averaged from 16 ratings
Owner score83%
Wear90%
Dry Grip89%
Comfort84%
Road Feedback84%
Handling80%
Wet Grip79%
Featured reviews
Most helpful 76%
“Lasted for a long time, compared to Bridgestone and Dunlop that lasted only 2-4k. Not the most confident ride, but not the worst either. Pressure was marked way higher than others for some reason. Will try the newer...”
“I have only had these for about 1,500 miles and this is their first winter. There is plenty of wear left on these but frankly when they're cold (5-0 C) they scare me shitless. Corners have to be taken tentatively as the...”
“I am a very spirited rider so do test the tyres a fair bit and it's an absolutely Stunning tyre. Always feel comfortable and in control.. No matter what lean angle or speed. I've done around 30k km on these tyres (2...”
Lasted for a long time, compared to Bridgestone and Dunlop that lasted only 2-4k. Not the most confident ride, but not the worst either. Pressure was marked way higher than others for some reason. Will try the newer version to see if they last as long.
I have only had these for about 1,500 miles and this is their first winter. There is plenty of wear left on these but frankly when they're cold (5-0 C) they scare me shitless. Corners have to be taken tentatively as the front slides at any chance. Until they get warmed up they will track any deviations in the road. Awful. Will go back to bridgestones.
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Can only describe like riding on bubblegum. Soft and predictable handling in all conditions. I've pushed pilot road 2s on lots of bikes- CBRs, Aprillia v twins, big nakeds and my favourite CBR1100 Blackbird. Dry grip is more than my talent will allow and wet grip is awesome. I rode a big BMW from London to Devon in the snow not once worrying about grip. Wear is best I can find in any tyre. Cant recommend enough!
Brilliant at everything but picks up every - and I do mean every - possible puncture out there! And when they get a puncture, it's almost always at an angle so is irreparable. And don't think it was just bad luck.....I've had 9 rear punctures this year and only 2 of them could be fixed. Yes, that's right, I've had 7 pairs of tyres - both pilot road GT3's and 4's inside 1 year! Seeing as I do the same roads year in, year out and never had anything like these problems on other brands, I can only put the blame on the design.
Totally not cost-effective. Never again! Gone back to the much cheaper Avons.
I am a very spirited rider so do test the tyres a fair bit and it's an absolutely Stunning tyre. Always feel comfortable and in control.. No matter what lean angle or speed. I've done around 30k km on these tyres (2 sets) and I regularly ride 3 different bikes so we've go through quite a few different tyres.
These tyres by far offer the best grip and feedback.
I have these on my VTR1000F where they have done 11,000K. They are always solid but the back can move a bit. Best to just let it do its thing and it will usually settle down.
Only real complaint I have is that the front (120/70) is very noisy on the rougher road surfaces. Pressures 36/42.
I don't seem to be able to wear them out..
I have PR3 on the VTR1000 SP2 and they seem a bit more sticky but the front is more touchy in hot weather, when it tends to squirm under brakes.
Tyres are confidence inspiring. riding a 1050 Sprint st.
Wear is not particularly good but then I've never put racing tyres on
I think I underinflated them at just a bit above a car 32psi...say 36psi.
I've since checked and they are meant to be 42psi,(like hitchhikers guide 42) I wount forget that again.
All good on the stars but wtf is "Progressiveness" ? I figure its - how well the bike moves forwards, but isn't that just a function of grip of the tyre and the bike's power. If its anything to do with how new the design seems, then I'm lost on that one.
I have a full power hayabusa that I ride on the limit the majority of the time. With these tyres I can use full acceleration on dry roads, no wheel spin, no scares. Great grip in the wet as well, alot better than the old battleaxe i have on my hornet. Wear on the michelin is great I do a lot of motorway miles as well and I dont seem to be able to wear the damn things done!!!!!!!!
For a bike like Bandit 1200 S (2005) tires as Michelin PR2 are maybe the best in comparison of what you pay / what you get.
Yes, there is newer model (PR3) and most probably, those will be my next, but, not before this ones are not wasted. Before I drove on DUNLOP, and METZELER, also on my Suzi, but can freely say, no compression.
Dry grip unbeatable, not too many opportunities to drive on WET (like rain), but on freshly washed streets yes. Maybe it was up too me that in cornering I felt a bit of sliding, because my previous bike was gixxer.
All in all, YES, recommendation for everyone who has a tradition of Michelin and who uses big heavy bike.
Have 11,000 miles on my zx6r and they still look great. I expect maybe 2000 more miles left until their toast. These are mainly used for commuting 40 miles round trip to work at 90mph-100mph on the freeway. I am definitely buying another set. 40psi front and 41 psi rear.
Incredible Tyres, Riden hard on a GSXR 600 over country roads, motorway miles and 3 Trackdays these tyres are still strong and got plenty of mileage left.
Great grip in the dry, smooth and progressive. The 2CT compound gives soft shoulders and firm centre for brilliant wear.
Wet grip is brilliant, no aquaplaning, good footprint and even water dispersal.
Highly recommended! :)
