Michelin Commander III review
The Michelin Commander III receives a mixed reception regarding its longevity, with the user reporting a shorter-than-expected tread life. The performance expectations for this cruiser-oriented tire appear to be unmet in terms of total mileage for heavy motorcycle applications.
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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.
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Themes extracted from 1 owner review across retailers and review sites.
The Michelin Commander III receives a mixed reception regarding its longevity, with the user reporting a shorter-than-expected tread life. The performance expectations for this cruiser-oriented tire appear to be unmet in terms of total mileage for heavy motorcycle applications.
Cons
- Lower than expected tread life and mileage
- Disappointment regarding durability relative to price point
Worth knowing
- Users operating heavy cruisers, such as the Triumph Thunderbird 1600, report premature tread wear under standard riding conditions.