76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
79/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Dunlop SportSmart TT vs Michelin Power GP — Compared (September 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 treadwear, comfort and wet. Pick the Dunlop SportSmart TT if handling 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 9
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart TT | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 98 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart TT | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 96 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 23 | 77 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart TT | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 93 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart TT | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportSmart TT leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | SportSmart TT | Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 95 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SportSmart TT | Michelin Power GP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 76 | 87 |
| Dry | 89 | 98 |
| Wet | 67 | 77 |
| Comfort | 78 | 93 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 83 |
| Handling | 98 | 95 |
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76
/ 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 SportSmart TT is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that excels in dry conditions, offering exceptional feedback and confidence at high lean angles. While users praise its rapid warm-up time and track-day capabilities, it is consistently criticized for its poor performance in wet weather and relatively short tread life.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering feedback
- Rapid warm-up time without the need for tire warmers
- High stability and confidence during aggressive lean angles
- Strong dual-purpose performance for both spirited road riding and track days
Cons
- Poor performance and lack of confidence in wet conditions
- Rapid tread wear, particularly when used for high-mileage road riding
- Reduced grip levels once the tire reaches the end of its service life
Observations
- Users report the tire is well-suited for high-performance sportbikes, such as the Yamaha R1, where it enhances handling characteristics.
- The tire is noted to be unsuitable for long-distance motorway commuting due to accelerated wear rates.
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 SportSmart TT | 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?
76
/ 100
Dunlop
87
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Power GP — better treadwear, comfort and wet. Pick the Dunlop SportSmart TT if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Power GP scores 83 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Power GP scores 93 vs 78 on comfort.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Power GP scores 77 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Power GP scores 98 vs 89 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop SportSmart TT
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.