83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop D212 GP Pro vs Michelin Power GP — 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
87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Power GP — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop D212 GP Pro if wet matters 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)
Power GP leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | D212 GP Pro | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
D212 GP Pro leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | D212 GP Pro | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 77 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | D212 GP Pro | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 93 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | D212 GP Pro | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | D212 GP Pro | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 95 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop D212 GP Pro | Michelin Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 83 | 87 |
| Dry | 90 | 98 |
| Wet | 80 | 77 |
| Comfort | 90 | 93 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 83 |
| Handling | 80 | 95 |
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Headline score
83
/ 100
Tire A
87
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop D212 GP Pro is highly regarded by sportbike riders for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, providing a confidence-inspiring 'on rails' feel. While primarily a track-focused tire, users report that it performs impressively even when utilized for daily street riding on high-performance motorcycles.
Pros
- Exceptional levels of mechanical grip
- High confidence and stability during cornering
- Consistent performance across varying road surface conditions
Cons
- Potential for rapid tread wear due to the soft, performance-oriented compound
- Requires careful tire pressure management to optimize handling
- Not optimized for long-distance touring or longevity
Observations
- Users piloting liter-class sportbikes like the Honda CBR1000RR report significant handling improvements.
- The tire demonstrates strong performance characteristics when used on high-torque, large-displacement sport motorcycles.
The Michelin Power GP is widely regarded as a premier hybrid tire, excelling in both spirited street riding and occasional track use. Users consistently praise its rapid warm-up time, exceptional dry grip, and surprising confidence in damp conditions, positioning it as a significant performance upgrade over its predecessors.
Pros
- Rapid warm-up time providing immediate confidence
- Exceptional dry grip and predictable feedback
- Superior performance in damp or wet conditions compared to competitors
- High agility and ease of turn-in
Cons
- Limited tread life, with some users reporting replacement intervals between 5,000 and 6,000 kilometers
- Potential for uneven wear or cupping on the tire edges
- High performance focus may not suit riders prioritizing maximum longevity
Observations
- Users transitioning from the Michelin Power RS to the Power GP on Yamaha MT-09 platforms report a noticeable step up in handling and stability.
- The tire is frequently compared favorably against dedicated track-focused rubber like the Bridgestone RS10 and Dunlop Sportsmart TT.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop D212 GP Pro | B · Michelin Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
83
/ 100
Dunlop
87
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Power GP — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop D212 GP Pro if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Power GP scores 95 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Power GP scores 98 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop D212 GP Pro scores 80 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Power GP scores 93 vs 90 on comfort.
Tire A · Dunlop D212 GP Pro
Tire B · Michelin Power GP
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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.