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 — 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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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: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — better wet, treadwear and handling. 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)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 27
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 45 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 59 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | 92 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 66 |
| Dry | 89 | 86 |
| Wet | 72 | 45 |
| Comfort | 86 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 59 |
| Handling | 91 | 81 |
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81
/ 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 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 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 · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | 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?
81
/ 100
Pirelli
66
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — better wet, treadwear and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 72 vs 45 on wet.
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You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 76 vs 59 on treadwear.
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You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 91 vs 81 on handling.
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You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 86 vs 78 on comfort.
Tire A · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
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.