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 Power 5 — 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Power 5 — better wet. 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)
Power 5 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Sportmax Qualifier RR leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Sportmax Qualifier RR | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR | Michelin Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 80 |
| Dry | 85 | 86 |
| Wet | 70 | 81 |
| Comfort | 83 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 72 |
| Handling | 83 | 81 |
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Headline score
76
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Power 5 is widely regarded as a high-performing street sport tire that excels in rapid warm-up, wet-weather confidence, and agile handling. While most riders praise its real-world versatility and grip, opinions on longevity and high-lean-angle stability are polarized, with some users preferring competitors like the Bridgestone S22 for track-oriented or aggressive riding.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and stability in standing water
- Rapid warm-up times, even in cooler ambient temperatures
- Agile handling and predictable cornering behavior on public roads
- Strong confidence-inspiring feedback during braking
Cons
- Tendency for the rear tire to square off prematurely
- Inconsistent performance and grip degradation as the tire reaches the end of its life
- Lack of confidence at maximum lean angles compared to dedicated track tires
- Mixed reports on overall mileage, with some users experiencing rapid wear under heavy engine braking
Observations
- Users on middleweight naked bikes like the KTM Duke 790 report excellent synergy and traction control performance.
- Riders with high-torque bikes featuring strong engine braking noted a 'sketchy' front-end feel and accelerated rear tire wear.
- Mileage reports vary significantly, ranging from 2,500 miles to over 8,000 miles depending on riding style and bike weight.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR | B · Michelin Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| 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
80
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Power 5 — better wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Power 5 scores 81 vs 70 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop Sportmax Qualifier RR
Tire B · Michelin Power 5
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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.