93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 vs Toyo Proxes C1S — 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
70
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
37 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 — better handling, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 78 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 68 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 69 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 | Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 93 | 70 |
| Dry | 100 | 78 |
| Wet | – | 68 |
| Comfort | 90 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 66 |
| Handling | 95 | 69 |
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Headline score
93
/ 100
Tire A
70
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 is highly regarded by motorcycle enthusiasts as a capable performance tire that bridges the gap between fast road use and track day duty. Users consistently praise its predictable handling and durability, noting that it performs exceptionally well even when compared to premium track-focused alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent grip and predictable handling characteristics
- Impressive tread longevity compared to dedicated track tires
- High value-for-money proposition
- Stable performance under spirited riding conditions
Cons
- More suited for fast road riding than pure, high-intensity track competition
- May not meet the extreme performance demands of professional-level track riders
Observations
- Users report the tire performs reliably on track-oriented motorcycles, often serving as a viable alternative to premium racing compounds like the Dunlop or Bridgestone equivalents.
The Toyo Proxes C1S receives highly polarized feedback, characterized by excellent initial performance that often degrades significantly over time. While many users praise its comfort and dry-weather handling when new, a substantial portion of the user base reports rapid increases in road noise and a sharp decline in wet-weather traction after the first 5,000 to 10,000 kilometers.
Pros
- High levels of comfort and ride quality when new
- Strong initial dry grip and stability at high speeds
- Effective puncture resistance and reinforced sidewall construction
- Attractive tread design and competitive pricing
Cons
- Significant increase in road noise as the tire wears
- Rapid tread wear and premature degradation
- Noticeable decline in wet-weather performance and aquaplaning resistance
- Occasional quality control issues regarding tire balancing
Observations
- Users driving in hot, humid climates (e.g., Malaysia, Thailand) report mixed results, with some finding them ideal for comfort while others note sidewall deflection under heavy loads.
- Performance-oriented vehicles like the Subaru WRX report satisfaction with grip, whereas owners of standard passenger cars frequently cite disappointment with longevity and noise levels.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 | B · Toyo Proxes C1S |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
93
/ 100
Avon
70
/ 100
Toyo
Winner: Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 — better handling, treadwear and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 95 vs 69 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 90 vs 66 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 100 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 90 vs 70 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon Viper Xtreme AV62
Tire B · Toyo Proxes C1S
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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.