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 Dragon Supercorsa Pro — 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.
VS
68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
10 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro if dry matters 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)
Dragon Supercorsa Pro leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 87 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 97 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 67 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 48 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 55 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso IV leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Diablo Rosso IV | Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 89 |
| DriverReviews owners | 92 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 68 |
| Dry | 89 | 97 |
| Wet | 72 | 48 |
| Comfort | 86 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 76 | 55 |
| Handling | 91 | 89 |
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81
/ 100
Tire A
68
/ 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 Dragon Supercorsa Pro is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-oriented tire that excels in dry conditions, offering exceptional feedback and cornering precision. While users praise its grip and handling characteristics for aggressive street and track riding, it is generally considered unsuitable for wet weather and suffers from rapid tread wear, making it a specialized tool rather than an all-around road tire.
Pros
- Exceptional dry weather grip and traction
- Precise handling and high-quality front-end feedback
- Quick warm-up time
- Predictable and controllable behavior at the limit
Cons
- Very short tread life and high wear rates
- Poor performance and lack of confidence in wet conditions
- Not suitable for daily commuting or all-weather riding
Observations
- Users report that the tire is highly effective for aggressive street riding on middleweight sportbikes like the VFR 750 and ZZR600.
- The tire's longevity is significantly impacted by heavy loads and daily road use, with some users reporting rear tire depletion in as little as 1,300 to 2,000 kilometers.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV | B · Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 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
68
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV — better wet, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 72 vs 48 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 76 vs 55 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV scores 86 vs 78 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro scores 97 vs 89 on dry.
Tire A · Pirelli Diablo Rosso IV
Tire B · Pirelli Dragon Supercorsa Pro
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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.