76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR vs Michelin Pilot Power — 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.
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75
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR and Michelin Pilot Power are within 2 points overall. Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR is stronger on handling, comfort and treadwear. Michelin Pilot Power is stronger on wet.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Power leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Sportmax Qualifier RR leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Sportmax Qualifier RR leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sportmax Qualifier RR leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 67 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR | Michelin Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 75 |
| Dry | 85 | 85 |
| Wet | 70 | 82 |
| Comfort | 83 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 66 |
| Handling | 83 | 67 |
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76
/ 100
Tire A
75
/ 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 Sportmax Qualifier RR is generally regarded as a competent, budget-friendly tire suitable for daily commuting and intermediate riding. While it offers reliable performance in dry conditions, users note limitations in confidence at extreme lean angles and reduced traction in wet weather.
Pros
- Solid performance for daily commuting and intermediate canyon riding
- Good value proposition as an affordable, stock-tier option
- Respectable tread longevity for a sport-oriented tire
Cons
- Noticeable lack of traction and slippage on wet road surfaces
- Limited confidence and feedback when pushing to aggressive lean angles
- Performance falls short of dedicated track-focused tires like the GP Racer
Observations
- Users reported achieving approximately 8,000 miles of service life, suggesting a balance between sport performance and durability for mixed-use riders.
The Michelin Pilot Power is widely regarded as a versatile, high-performance tire that excels in both dry and wet road conditions. While it offers impressive grip and quick warm-up times for everyday riders, some users report concerns regarding inconsistent feedback at the limit and accelerated tread wear compared to touring-oriented alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent dry weather grip and confidence
- Strong performance in wet conditions
- Quick warm-up time suitable for road use
- Predictable handling and quick steering characteristics
Cons
- Limited tread life compared to sport-touring tires
- Lack of tactile feedback at extreme lean angles for some riders
- Tendency for the front tire to deform or lose its profile over time
- Inconsistent grip behavior when pushed to the absolute limit
Observations
- Users noted that the tire performs well on heavier sport-touring bikes like the Aprilia Futura, though longevity varies significantly with load.
- Riders on high-performance sportbikes like the ZX-10R appreciate the quick warm-up and stability for road use, though some suggest track-focused riders may prefer softer compounds.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR | B · Michelin Pilot Power |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
76
/ 100
Dunlop
75
/ 100
Michelin
Too close to call: Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR and Michelin Pilot Power are within 2 points overall. Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR is stronger on handling, comfort and treadwear. Michelin Pilot Power is stronger on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR scores 83 vs 67 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Power scores 82 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR scores 83 vs 78 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR scores 70 vs 66 on treadwear.
Tire A · Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Power
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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.