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Dunlop D212 GP Pro review

The Dunlop D212 GP Pro is highly regarded by sportbike riders for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, providing a confidence-inspiring 'on rails' feel. While primarily a track-focused tire, users report that it performs impressively even when utilized for daily street riding on high-performance motorcycles.

Relative score
83/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
87/100
1 review
Dunlop D212 GP Pro
Scores

Two scoring systems, side by side

Owner scores come from reviews on retailer and review sites; road-test scores come from instrumented tests. Where they disagree, it is usually a discipline owners rarely push to the limit.

By owner reviews

87%
Would buy again 100%
Dry
Overall dry
90%
Corner stability
80%
Dry traction
90%
Steering response
90%
Wet
Overall wet
80%
Wet traction
80%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
80%
Handling
Overall handling
80%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.

The Dunlop D212 GP Pro is highly regarded by sportbike riders for its exceptional grip and handling characteristics, providing a confidence-inspiring 'on rails' feel. While primarily a track-focused tire, users report that it performs impressively even when utilized for daily street riding on high-performance motorcycles.

Pros

  • Exceptional levels of mechanical grip
  • High confidence and stability during cornering
  • Consistent performance across varying road surface conditions

Cons

  • Potential for rapid tread wear due to the soft, performance-oriented compound
  • Requires careful tire pressure management to optimize handling
  • Not optimized for long-distance touring or longevity

Worth knowing

  • Users piloting liter-class sportbikes like the Honda CBR1000RR report significant handling improvements.
  • The tire demonstrates strong performance characteristics when used on high-torque, large-displacement sport motorcycles.
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