80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
15 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Michelin Power 5 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso 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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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
19 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Michelin Power 5 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso II are within 2 points overall. Michelin Power 5 is stronger on wet. Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is stronger on dry, treadwear and handling.
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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)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Power 5 | Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 80 |
| Dry | 86 | 90 |
| Wet | 81 | 73 |
| Comfort | 85 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 75 |
| Handling | 81 | 84 |
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80
/ 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 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.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is widely regarded as a high-performance sport tire that excels in dry-weather grip, rapid warm-up times, and rider feedback. While it earns praise for its confidence-inspiring handling on sport bikes, user experiences regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance are polarized, often depending heavily on bike weight and riding style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry-weather grip and cornering stability
- Rapid warm-up time for immediate performance
- Predictable handling and high levels of rider feedback
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of rapid center wear and cupping
- Polarized wet-weather performance ranging from 'glue-like' to 'dangerous'
- Tendency for the rear tire to square off over time
- Front tire profile can feel overly 'pointy' or aggressive for some riders
Observations
- Smaller displacement bikes (e.g., DRZ400SM, YZF-R25) report significantly higher mileage and longevity compared to high-horsepower sport bikes.
- High-horsepower motorcycles (e.g., ZX10R) experience rapid rear tire degradation, often requiring replacement in under 2,000 miles under spirited use.
- Some riders noted that the tire's profile on naked bikes can lead to overly quick turn-in characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Power 5 | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Michelin
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Michelin Power 5 and Pirelli Diablo Rosso II are within 2 points overall. Michelin Power 5 is stronger on wet. Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is stronger on dry, treadwear and handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Power 5 scores 81 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II scores 90 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II scores 75 vs 72 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II scores 84 vs 81 on handling.
Tire A · Michelin Power 5
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
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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.