74
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
71/100
69 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT vs Michelin Power Pure — 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
79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Power Pure — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT if dry matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
SP Sport Maxx TT leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 75 |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power Pure leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 88 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power Pure leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Sport Maxx TT leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | SP Sport Maxx TT | Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 75 |
| DriverReviews owners | 82 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | Michelin Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 74 | 79 |
| Dry | 86 | 80 |
| Wet | 75 | 75 |
| Snow | 70 | – |
| Comfort | 69 | 88 |
| Noise | 95 | – |
| Treadwear | 66 | 78 |
| Handling | 76 | 75 |
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Headline score
74
/ 100
Tire A
79
/ 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 Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT is a polarizing performance tire that excels in dry handling and steering feedback but receives significant criticism for its inconsistent tread life and high road noise. While many users praise its stiff sidewall and cornering stability, others report disappointing wet-weather performance and rapid wear, leading to a highly subjective ownership experience.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Precise steering feedback and stiff sidewall construction
- Strong performance in warm, dry conditions
- Good rim protection and aesthetic appeal
Cons
- High levels of road noise reported across various vehicles
- Inconsistent and often rapid tread wear
- Poor wet-weather traction and braking performance for many users
- Significant loss of performance as the tire ages
Observations
- Users with high-torque vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) report significant traction issues and wheel spin, suggesting the tire may struggle with high-horsepower applications.
- Mazda 3 owners frequently cite the tire as being excessively noisy, though this is often attributed to the vehicle's own cabin insulation.
- Drivers of luxury sedans like the Lexus SC430 appreciate the stiff sidewall for maintaining handling characteristics, whereas others find the same stiffness results in a harsh ride.
The Michelin Power Pure receives a mixed reception, with users polarized by its unique handling characteristics and dual-compound transition. While many riders appreciate the lightweight construction and improved wet-weather performance compared to track-focused predecessors, others find the transition between rubber compounds and the tread pattern design to be distracting or unnatural.
Pros
- Excellent wet-weather grip and confidence
- Lightweight construction contributes to agile turn-in
- Strong feedback through the handlebars
- Improved longevity compared to some track-oriented competitors
Cons
- Noticeable, abrupt transition feel between rubber compounds
- Tread pattern can cause unstable or 'flat' feeling during steering
- Warm-up times can be slower than expected in cooler climates
- Front-end feedback lacks the confidence of dedicated track tires
Observations
- Riders on sport-touring platforms like the VFR800 reported dissatisfaction with the tire's steering geometry and compound transition.
- Users transitioning from track-focused tires noted a significant improvement in wet-weather usability without sacrificing essential road feedback.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT | B · Michelin Power Pure |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
74
/ 100
Dunlop
79
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Power Pure — better comfort and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Power Pure scores 88 vs 69 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Power Pure scores 78 vs 66 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT scores 86 vs 80 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Sport Maxx TT
Tire B · Michelin Power Pure
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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.