87
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
6 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Michelin Power GP vs Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa — 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
66
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
12 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Power GP — better wet, treadwear and comfort. 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)
Power GP leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Power GP | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 32
Why this score
| Source | Power GP | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 45 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Power GP | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Power GP | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Power GP leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Power GP | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Michelin Power GP | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 87 | 66 |
| Dry | 98 | 86 |
| Wet | 77 | 45 |
| Comfort | 93 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 83 | 59 |
| Handling | 95 | 81 |
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87
/ 100
Tire A
66
/ 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 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.
The Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa is widely regarded as a high-performance, race-oriented tire that excels in dry, spirited riding and track environments. While users consistently praise its exceptional dry grip and precise handling, the consensus highlights significant limitations regarding longevity and safety in wet or compromised road conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional dry weather grip and cornering stability
- Precise steering feedback and handling characteristics
- Highly effective for track-day use and aggressive riding
- Strong performance on high-quality, clean tarmac
Cons
- Extremely short tread life, particularly on high-torque motorcycles
- Poor performance and lack of confidence in wet or damp conditions
- High price point relative to the rapid rate of wear
- Susceptibility to road debris and surface imperfections
Observations
- Users on litre-class sportbikes report significantly faster tread wear, with some reaching the wear bars in under 2,000 miles.
- Owners of middleweight sportbikes (e.g., Daytona 675) note that the tire's lack of siping makes it feel unstable on uneven or debris-strewn public roads.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Michelin Power GP | B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
87
/ 100
Michelin
66
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Michelin Power GP — better wet, treadwear and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Power GP scores 77 vs 45 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Power GP scores 83 vs 59 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Michelin Power GP scores 93 vs 78 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Michelin Power GP scores 95 vs 81 on handling.
Tire A · Michelin Power GP
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa
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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.