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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.

Relative score
73/100
tests + owners
Owner reviews
76/100
1 review
Michelin Commander III
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

76%
Would buy again 80%
Dry
Overall dry
80%
Wet
Overall wet
80%
Comfort
Overall comfort
90%
Treadwear
Overall treadwear
50%
Handling
Overall handling
80%
From owners

What owners like and dislike

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.