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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Dunlop D773 vs Michelin City Grip 2 — 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.

Tire A Dunlop

Dunlop D773

All Season Motocross and Enduro tires

Dunlop D773 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
96/100
1 owner review
Dry
90
Wet
100
Comfort
100
Treadwear
90
Handling
90

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Michelin

Michelin City Grip 2

Summer Premium Touring tires

Michelin City Grip 2 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
93/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
96
Wet
94
Comfort
86
Treadwear
90
Handling
93

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Dunlop D773 — better comfort and wet. Pick the Michelin City Grip 2 if dry and handling 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) City Grip 2 leads by 6
A — Dunlop D773
90
B — Michelin City Grip 2
96
Why this score
SourceD773City Grip 2
Tyre Reviews owners 90 96

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) D773 leads by 6
A — Dunlop D773
100
B — Michelin City Grip 2
94
Why this score
SourceD773City Grip 2
Tyre Reviews owners 100 94

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) D773 leads by 14
A — Dunlop D773
100
B — Michelin City Grip 2
86
Why this score
SourceD773City Grip 2
Tyre Reviews owners 100 86

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100)
A — Dunlop D773
90
B — Michelin City Grip 2
90
Why this score
SourceD773City Grip 2
Tyre Reviews owners 90 90

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) City Grip 2 leads by 3
A — Dunlop D773
90
B — Michelin City Grip 2
93
Why this score
SourceD773City Grip 2
Tyre Reviews owners 90 93

Scores at a glance

Dunlop D773 vs Michelin City Grip 2: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryDunlop D773Michelin City Grip 2
Relative Score 94 92
Dry 90 96
Wet 100 94
Comfort 100 86
Treadwear 90 90
Handling 90 93

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Dunlop D773

The Dunlop D773 is highly regarded by users for its exceptional performance in soft-terrain conditions. It is frequently cited as a top-tier choice for riders seeking reliable traction and all-around capability in loose surfaces.

Pros

  • Outstanding traction in soft ground conditions
  • High level of all-around performance
  • Strong user satisfaction regarding reliability

Observations

  • Performance is specifically highlighted for soft-terrain applications rather than hard-pack or street use.
Tire B Michelin City Grip 2

The Michelin City Grip 2 is widely regarded as a superior upgrade over OEM scooter tires, offering significant improvements in cornering confidence and wet-weather performance. Users consistently praise its predictable handling and enhanced grip, though experiences regarding ride comfort and road feedback remain somewhat polarized.

Pros

  • Exceptional grip and stability during cornering
  • Strong performance in wet weather conditions
  • Predictable handling and improved road feedback
  • Noticeable performance upgrade over stock scooter tires

Cons

  • Requires a short warm-up period to reach optimal stickiness
  • Can feel stiff or transmit excessive road imperfections
  • Front tire wear can be accelerated on heavier scooter models

Observations

  • Users on Vespa models report high satisfaction with cornering confidence and reduced bumpiness on rough roads.
  • Owners of heavier scooters, such as the Yamaha Tricity, note that front tire wear is more pronounced due to suspension weight distribution.
  • Performance on small-diameter wheels (12-inch) is noted as highly effective, providing braking power that exceeds the limits of standard scooter suspension components.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Dunlop D773 B · Michelin City Grip 2
CategoryAll Season Motocross and Enduro tiresSummer Premium Touring tires
Vehicle typeMotorcycleMotorcycle
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Dunlop

Michelin

Winner: Dunlop D773 — better comfort and wet. Pick the Michelin City Grip 2 if dry and handling matter most to you.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Dunlop D773 scores 100 vs 86 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Dunlop D773 scores 100 vs 94 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the most grip on dry roads

Michelin City Grip 2 scores 96 vs 90 on dry.

Pick tire B You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Michelin City Grip 2 scores 93 vs 90 on handling.

Tire A · Dunlop D773
Tire B · Michelin City Grip 2

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.