82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
11 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Pirelli Angel ST 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.
VS
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.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Angel ST — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso II if dry and handling 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 Rosso II leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Angel ST | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 84 |
| DriverReviews owners | 86 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Angel ST | Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 82 | 80 |
| Dry | 84 | 90 |
| Wet | 83 | 73 |
| Comfort | 89 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 75 |
| Handling | 81 | 84 |
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82
/ 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 Pirelli Angel ST is widely regarded as a dependable, versatile sport-touring tire that offers a strong balance of dry grip, stability, and longevity. While users generally praise its predictable handling and confidence-inspiring performance in varied conditions, some riders report inconsistent wear patterns and a noticeable drop-off in performance as the tire nears the end of its service life.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Predictable and reliable performance in wet conditions
- Strong longevity for sport-touring applications
- Neutral and responsive steering characteristics
Cons
- Rapid, sudden wear once the tire reaches the end of its tread life
- Requires a brief warm-up period to reach optimal operating temperature
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance compared to premium competitors
- Potential for cupping if tire pressures are not strictly managed
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring motorcycles, such as the Yamaha FJR1300, benefit from running higher-than-factory tire pressures to prevent cupping and improve responsiveness.
- The rear tire performance is noted to be more stable and predictable when the motorcycle is loaded with a passenger and luggage, suggesting the carcass design favors heavier loads.
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 · Pirelli Angel ST | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
82
/ 100
Pirelli
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Angel ST — better wet, comfort and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso II if dry and handling matter most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Angel ST scores 83 vs 73 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II scores 90 vs 84 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Angel ST scores 89 vs 86 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Angel ST scores 78 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · Pirelli Angel ST
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.