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Michelin Anakee 2 vs Pirelli Scorpion Trail II — 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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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
Why this score
| Source | Anakee 2 | Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 87 |
Wet
Why this score
| Source | Anakee 2 | Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
Comfort
Why this score
| Source | Anakee 2 | Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 83 |
Treadwear
Why this score
| Source | Anakee 2 | Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 71 |
Handling
Why this score
| Source | Anakee 2 | Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Anakee 2 | Pirelli Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 75 | 75 |
| Dry | 80 | 87 |
| Wet | 80 | 69 |
| Comfort | 70 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 71 |
| Handling | – | 84 |
Higher is better. The Relative Score follows your weights below; category scores do not change.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
The Pirelli Scorpion Trail II receives a polarized reception, with users praising its dry-weather grip and versatility for light off-road touring, while frequently criticizing its performance in wet conditions. While some riders appreciate its longevity and capability on varied terrain, others report significant concerns regarding wet-weather stability, rapid tread wear, and inconsistent quality control.
Pros
- Excellent grip and confidence on dry pavement
- Strong performance on light off-road trails and varied surfaces like gravel and dirt
- Quick warm-up time in favorable conditions
- Capable handling for long-distance touring
Cons
- Poor wet-weather performance and susceptibility to hydroplaning
- Twitchy or unstable handling characteristics in rain
- Rapid tread wear and premature flattening
- Reports of structural quality issues, such as tread splitting
Observations
- High-performance adventure bikes like the KTM 1290 Adventure exhibit significant issues with wet-weather stability and rapid rear tire wear.
- Users on heavy touring platforms, such as the BMW R1200RT, report better success using the tire for mixed-surface adventure touring.
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Anakee 2 | B · Pirelli Scorpion Trail II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Which one should you actually buy?
Michelin
Pirelli
Too close to call: Michelin Anakee 2 and Pirelli Scorpion Trail II are within 2 points overall. Michelin Anakee 2 is stronger on wet. Pirelli Scorpion Trail II is stronger on comfort and dry.
Pirelli Scorpion Trail II scores 83 vs 70 on comfort.
Michelin Anakee 2 scores 80 vs 69 on wet.
Pirelli Scorpion Trail II scores 87 vs 80 on dry.
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.