81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
70/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
87/100
7 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV vs Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC — 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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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
83/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is stronger on handling, comfort and treadwear. Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC is stronger on dry and wet.
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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 SC leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | 98 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 100 |
| Dry Handling (% of best) | 97% | 100% |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Diablo Supercorsa SC leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 80 |
| DriverReviews owners | 92 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 80 |
| Dry | 89 | 99 |
| Wet | 72 | 80 |
| Comfort | 86 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 70 |
| Handling | 91 | 80 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
80
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Tire B
Test data
The professional test results behind the scores
Each result is shown as % of the best tire in that test. “Same test” rows are the strictest comparison: both tires were measured side by side.
| Discipline | Category | Tire A | Tire B | Δ | Both? |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Handling | Dry | 97% #8/12 · 2025 Sport and Hypersport Motorcycle Tyre Test | 100% #2/5 · 2020 Fast Bike Track Motorbike Tyre Test | -2.5 | Different tests |
| Overall Ranking | Overall | 20% #5/12 · 2025 Sport and Hypersport Motorcycle Tyre Test | 50% #2/5 · 2020 Fast Bike Track Motorbike Tyre Test | -30 | Different tests |
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
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.
The Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC is highly regarded for its exceptional grip and rapid warm-up characteristics, making it a top-tier choice for performance-oriented riding. Users report a confidence-inspiring experience in corners, though the tire's aggressive compound naturally leads to a relatively short lifespan.
Pros
- Exceptional cornering grip and traction
- Rapid warm-up time
- Consistent and predictable handling feedback
- Reliable performance even in wet conditions
Cons
- Rapid tread wear leading to short service life
- Front tire may reach wear indicators significantly faster than the rear
Observations
- Users on middleweight sportbikes like the Triumph Daytona 675 report achieving approximately 5,000 miles of total service life.
- The tire maintains stable performance characteristics even as it approaches the legal tread wear limit.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Pirelli
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC are within 2 points overall. Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV is stronger on handling, comfort and treadwear. Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC is stronger on dry and wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 91 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC scores 99 vs 89 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC scores 80 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 86 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC
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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.