Michelin Road 6 GT review
The Michelin Road 6 GT receives generally favorable feedback, with users highlighting its strong wet-weather capabilities and reliable performance once the tire reaches operating temperature. However, the experience can be inconsistent, with some riders reporting fluctuating confidence levels depending on road conditions and the tire's thermal state.
Owners rate it 12.5 points higher than the instrumented road tests do — see the two score breakdowns below for where they disagree.
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
80%By road tests
67.5%What owners like and dislike
Themes extracted from 2 owner reviews across retailers and review sites.
The Michelin Road 6 GT receives generally favorable feedback, with users highlighting its strong wet-weather capabilities and reliable performance once the tire reaches operating temperature. However, the experience can be inconsistent, with some riders reporting fluctuating confidence levels depending on road conditions and the tire's thermal state.
Pros
- Excellent wet-weather grip and performance
- Reliable dry-road traction once warmed up
- Competitive performance compared to rival sport-touring tires
Cons
- Requires significant warm-up time to achieve optimal grip
- Inconsistent handling characteristics during aggressive riding
- Potential for slippage in cold conditions before reaching operating temperature
Worth knowing
- Riders on sport-touring motorcycles like the Yamaha Tracer 9 note that the tire requires a 20-30 km warm-up period for peak performance.
- Performance is noted to be highly dependent on riding style, with aggressive inputs highlighting the tire's thermal sensitivity.
1 published test appearance
Placement within each field. Open a test for the discipline-by-discipline result.
Best Motorcycle tires for 2024 · 180/55 R17
1st of 6
| Discipline | Placement | Field position |
|---|---|---|
| Wet Braking | 6th of 6 | |
| Wet Handling | 1st of 6 |