80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
8 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon Cobra Chrome vs Firestone Firehawk 900 — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better treadwear. Pick the Avon Cobra Chrome if dry and wet matter most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
Cobra Chrome leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Cobra Chrome leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 88 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Firehawk 900 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Cobra Chrome | Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 85 |
| DriverReviews owners | 90 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Cobra Chrome | Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 84 |
| Dry | 89 | 78 |
| Wet | 84 | 80 |
| Comfort | 89 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 88 |
| Handling | 83 | 85 |
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Tire A
84
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Cobra Chrome is widely regarded as a high-performance cruiser tire that excels in wet weather handling and cornering confidence. While many riders praise its stability and grip, the user experience is polarized by reports of inconsistent tread longevity and isolated, severe structural failures.
Pros
- Exceptional wet weather grip and handling confidence
- Improved cornering stability compared to OEM alternatives
- Effective at tracking over road imperfections like white lines and cat's eyes
- Strong performance on heavy touring motorcycles like the Honda Goldwing
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, particularly in high-heat environments
- Reports of structural issues including tread separation and blistering
- Lack of a center wear indicator makes monitoring tread depth difficult
- Occasional reports of sudden loss of traction in damp conditions
Observations
- Goldwing owners report high satisfaction with wet-weather performance, though some experienced dangerous tread separation at highway speeds.
- Harley-Davidson riders report mixed results, with some noting premature wear and others experiencing traction loss on damp surfaces.
- Users in high-ambient-temperature climates (e.g., Australia) report significantly lower mileage than those in cooler regions.
The Firestone Firehawk 900 is generally regarded as a reliable, balanced tire that offers commendable grip in both wet and dry conditions. While users appreciate its durability and comfort over rough road surfaces, the consensus is frequently tempered by reports of significant road noise, particularly with run-flat variants.
Pros
- Reliable wet and dry traction
- Strong durability and impact resistance against potholes
- High level of ride comfort and bump absorption
- Competitive price-to-performance ratio
Cons
- Noticeable road noise, especially at lower speeds
- Run-flat variants may be unsuitable for certain vehicle suspension setups
- Dry grip performance can degrade noticeably as the tire ages
Observations
- Users operating on poor road infrastructure report high satisfaction with the tire's structural integrity.
- Owners of premium vehicles like the Audi TT have reported dissatisfaction with noise levels when using run-flat versions of this tire.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Cobra Chrome | B · Firestone Firehawk 900 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Avon
84
/ 100
Firestone
Winner: Firestone Firehawk 900 — better treadwear. Pick the Avon Cobra Chrome if dry and wet matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Firestone Firehawk 900 scores 88 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon Cobra Chrome scores 89 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon Cobra Chrome scores 84 vs 80 on wet.
Tire A · Avon Cobra Chrome
Tire B · Firestone Firehawk 900
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.