80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Pirelli Angel GT vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — Compared (September 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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81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
87/100
7 owner reviews
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VerdictToo close to call: Pirelli Angel GT and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Angel GT is stronger on wet and treadwear. Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is stronger on handling, dry and comfort.
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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 IV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Angel GT | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 87 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Angel GT leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Angel GT | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 67 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 79 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel GT | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Angel GT leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel GT | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 76 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Angel GT | Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 91 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 92 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Angel GT | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 80 | 81 |
| Dry | 83 | 89 |
| Wet | 81 | 72 |
| Comfort | 83 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 76 |
| Handling | 76 | 91 |
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Tire A
81
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Pirelli Angel GT is widely regarded as a high-performance sport-touring tire that excels in wet conditions and provides significant rider confidence. While many users praise its longevity and grip, performance can vary significantly depending on the motorcycle's weight and the specific 'A' specification requirements for heavier touring bikes.
Pros
- Excellent wet weather performance and grip
- High level of rider confidence and feedback
- Strong longevity for many sport-touring applications
- Stable handling for loaded, two-up touring
Cons
- Inconsistent tread wear on specific motorcycle models
- Potential for handling degradation as the front tire wears
- Specific 'A' spec requirement is critical for heavy bikes to avoid premature shoulder wear
- Some users report a 'flat' or 'tame' handling profile compared to stock tires
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring motorcycles like the FJR1300 require the 'A' specification to prevent premature shoulder wear.
- Users on lighter sport bikes report excellent performance, though some note a loss of 'lively' handling compared to stock rubber.
- Front tire wear patterns on certain VFR models can lead to under-steering and reduced confidence as the tire reaches the end of its life.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is widely regarded as a top-tier hypersport tire that offers significant improvements in feedback, warm-up time, and lean-angle confidence over its predecessors. While users consistently praise its performance in both wet and dry conditions, the consensus notes that these gains come at a premium price point and with potential longevity trade-offs depending on riding style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry and wet grip with rapid warm-up times.
- High level of precision and confidence at deep lean angles.
- Improved feedback and stability compared to previous generations (DR2/DR3).
- Surprisingly good low-speed stability and handling characteristics.
Cons
- Higher price point compared to competitors and previous models.
- Performance consistency may degrade as the tire reaches the end of its service life.
- Potential for increased wear rates under aggressive riding conditions.
Observations
- Users reported significant improvements in resistance to cupping on smaller displacement bikes (e.g., PCX 125) compared to the Diablo Rosso II.
- Aggressive riders utilizing standard sportbike sizes (120/70 and 190/55) report that the tire maintains performance characteristics comparable to more track-focused compounds like the Rosso Corsa II.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Angel GT | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
80
/ 100
Pirelli
81
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Pirelli Angel GT and Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Angel GT is stronger on wet and treadwear. Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is stronger on handling, dry and comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 91 vs 76 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Angel GT scores 81 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 89 vs 83 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Angel GT scores 79 vs 76 on treadwear.
Tire A · Pirelli Angel GT
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
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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.