37
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
42/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon 3D Ultra vs Michelin Pilot Road 2 — 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
77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
76 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Road 2 — better handling, wet and dry. 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)
Pilot Road 2 leads by 39
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra | Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 55 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Road 2 leads by 56
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra | Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 10 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Pilot Road 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra | Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Road 2 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra | Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 89 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Pilot Road 2 leads by 76
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra | Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 5 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon 3D Ultra | Michelin Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 37 | 77 |
| Dry | 55 | 94 |
| Wet | 10 | 66 |
| Comfort | 60 | 82 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 74 |
| Handling | 5 | 81 |
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Headline score
37
/ 100
Tire A
77
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon 3D Ultra receives highly polarized feedback, with users reporting vastly different experiences regarding grip and compound durability. While some riders praise the tire for its predictable handling and excellent performance during spirited riding, others report significant issues with the rubber hardening and losing traction almost immediately.
Pros
- Predictable and stable handling during spirited riding
- High levels of grip when operating within the intended temperature range
- Comfortable ride quality and smooth turn-in characteristics
Cons
- Reports of the rubber compound hardening and becoming 'shiny' prematurely
- Inconsistent grip performance leading to safety concerns
- Potential for rapid degradation in specific use cases
Observations
- Performance appears highly sensitive to riding style and surface conditions, leading to conflicting reports on thermal management.
The Michelin Pilot Road 2 is widely regarded as a benchmark sport-touring motorcycle tire, celebrated for its exceptional balance of longevity, wet-weather confidence, and dry-road grip. While some users note that newer iterations have surpassed it in absolute performance, it remains a highly favored choice for commuters and spirited riders who prioritize durability and all-weather reliability.
Pros
- Excellent tread life and resistance to squaring off
- Strong wet-weather traction and hydroplaning resistance
- Quick warm-up time and predictable handling
- High value-for-money ratio compared to newer sport-touring models
Cons
- Not suitable for track-day use due to overheating
- Can feel unstable or 'squirmy' in extremely hot climates
- Front tire can become noisy on rough road surfaces
- Susceptibility to punctures in certain road conditions
Observations
- Users on heavy sport-touring bikes (e.g., Hayabusa, Bandit 1200) report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle high-speed commuting without rapid wear.
- Riders of V-twin motorcycles noted that the tire provides good feedback, though some experienced rear-end movement under aggressive acceleration.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon 3D Ultra | B · Michelin Pilot Road 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
37
/ 100
Avon
77
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Road 2 — better handling, wet and dry. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Pilot Road 2 scores 81 vs 5 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Road 2 scores 66 vs 10 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Michelin Pilot Road 2 scores 94 vs 55 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Pilot Road 2 scores 82 vs 60 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon 3D Ultra
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Road 2
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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.