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 SUPERCORSA SP — 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
67
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
76/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Power 5 — better treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP if handling and dry matter 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)
DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | – |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 70 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | 40 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Power 5 | DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Power 5 | Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 67 |
| Dry | 86 | 90 |
| Wet | 81 | – |
| Comfort | 85 | 70 |
| Treadwear | 72 | 40 |
| Handling | 81 | 90 |
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Headline score
80
/ 100
Tire A
67
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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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 Supercorsa SP is regarded as a high-performance tire that offers exceptional dry grip, though it is heavily criticized for its rapid rate of tread wear. Users generally find the performance benefits insufficient to justify the high cost when compared to more durable alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional dry weather traction
- High-performance handling characteristics
Cons
- Very short tread life
- High price point
- Requires significant warm-up time to reach optimal grip
Observations
- Users transitioning from sport-touring tires like the Pilot Power 2CT report significantly lower mileage expectations on high-performance sportbikes like the Yamaha R1.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Power 5 | B · Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Michelin
67
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Michelin Power 5 — better treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Power 5 scores 72 vs 40 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Power 5 scores 85 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP scores 90 vs 81 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP scores 90 vs 86 on dry.
Tire A · Michelin Power 5
Tire B · Pirelli DIABLO SUPERCORSA SP
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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.