Michelin Road 5 Tire Review

The Michelin Road 5 is the company’s newest implementation of technologies unveiled in the Power RS in a different category of motorcycle tire.
The Road 5 is intended for everyday riding - read commuting - in the wet and dry followed by weekend canyon carving. To improve the Road 5’s wet weather performance, Michelin’s engineers also updated the sipes that were used in the Pilot Road 4 sport touring tires.
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[@sanoj1969]

I have Them on my GSX 1400 and my experience of them after one week on the road and a trainingday on a go-cart track is that this tires are the best i had on my Suzuki. Regards from Sweden.

[@sanoj1969]

Hello. The tires are fantastic. When I changed the tires I had them on for 8350 kilometers. I could probably reach 10000 kilometers with them, but I don’t like to ride on to old an outworn tires. Very safe and reliable and incredible contact with the road. I bought the Road 5 again. Good luck with your Bandit. 👍

[@toastopia1]

i was stuck in virginia needing tires going home to new jersey on may 17th 2018, i ride a 2003 aprilia futura and i had always had pirelli angle gt on my bike, well the shop only had the pr5 tires, so not knowing anything about the pr tires, i had a 6 hour ride home in the rain! and did it rain, down pours, light rain, everything rain, highways, back roads, exit ramps, allot of traffic! these tires were the most amazing things! they stuck to the road like i was on a vacuum! i was so impressed with these tires and they my trip a safe trip! i hit almost every type of road surface with these tires and i will now be purchasing only pr5 in the future! so thank you to michelin!

[@alexanderhopkins2807]

toastopia1 I loved my Futura.

[@ph0ib0s1]

I have them on my VFR 1200X and will go back to the road 4. Grip levels in wet on both 4 and 5 are equivalent. However I have a modified stiff suspension, adjusted for higher speeds. The road 4 has softer body, offers higher riding comfort at lower speeds and feels better in the corners. My impression is, that road 5 offers more, if you take it to the limits on a race track, while it has become slightly worse for the every day driving on the streets. I recommend everyone to try both.

[@placeholder847]

I recently put these tyres on my cb1000r have done just over 900km on them now. So far very happy with them i even wet out on purpose in a rainy miserable day to so how they handled and they where very good.

[@mickrick84]

after my actual and excellent Pilot Road 2 this will be my next tyre!

[@Land-Shark]

I had a pair of PR4's on a Ninja 300 and they worked great in the wet, and even did well in 3 or 4 inches of snow. They were well worth the little bit extra in cost. Very interested in seeing how the R5's do for a sport touring on something like my ZX-14R.

[@philtripe]

a 300 and a zx14? did you keep your starter bike? i too own a kawasaki 300(a klx) in addition to my ducati but i never ride the 300 now that i have experienced the magic carpet like ride compare to my 300's pogostick handling...i only bought the 300 because my friend owned one and we rode offroad together and it was not much fun destroying him all the time with my xr600 so i picked up a cheap 300 and we had a blast racing each other

[@TheSaneRider]

Pilot road 4s were a great tire. Can’t wait to burn through a set of these!

[@tmrthiago]

One of the worst sport touring tires ever made.

[@krytenLister]

What's that based on? You can tour on them, thrash them around a track and rag them around the twisties in the pissing rain ...seem to tick all the boxes for me

[@gregsus4536]

This felt more like an infomercial than an objective review. Every "review" I've seen confirms these are good tires, and I believe them. Would have preferred more objectivity and less Michelin video clips. Overall, this "review" is just OK for me.

[@davida1679]

Hi Greg. I can confirm these are great tires. 2012 Kawasaki Concours, coming across the north Cascades Hwy 20 from Winthrop to Sedro-Woolley. I got caught in the mother of all rain storms. Near the top of the pass the water was coming across the road like a river in many places and sometimes almost up to my footpegs. All of my high priced waterproof gear I was wearing eventually failed. Even the closed vents on my Shoei RF 1200 were leaking rain water to my head, but the Road 5’s never once slipped or made me feel insecure in any way. Yes a heavyish sport touring bike but these tires compared to the road 4’s and others proved to me that Michelin has truly done their homework.

[@OllyKilo]

I bought these tyres on my local garage's recommendation. They are fucking awesome in all conditions. This seems like an infomercial but I'm 100% confident they're just telling it like it is.

[@AJ-nf6gf]

Every tyre is good when you go to Spain. It’s hot there. Try your tyres in the cold to be sure to be ready for cold nights

[@mrvwbug4423]

Haha, I literally just put a set of PR4s on my Versys, still love em, great tires.

[@lonelycorpro1]

You really can't go wrong with road 4s

[@tammyforbes2101]

How are the Michelin’s 2 years later? Just curious to hear how it went?

[@Edwin6932]

I have Michelin Road 5 For my 2018 CBR1000RR and they are amazing tires.

[@xauwalks]

Your review made me but it for my YZF-R6, wow thanks!

[@RickyJr46]

Much good is said about the Road 5 but I read complaints about it having a stiffer, less compliant ride quality than others in the category.

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

Awesome review. Thank you!

[@kuhndj67]

They look superficially like they're giving up some of the PR4's epic wet handling to improve on their pretty mediocre dry handling (squirmy when pushed). That's fine I'm onboard with that - as long as the durability isn't changed... the 12k mile front/10k mile rear durability combined with good average wet/dry handling was why the PR4's were my go to touring tire (I run Angel GT's on the bike for sporty/around home day riding).

[@philtripe]

i have been running pilot power for almost three years now and they are an amazing tire to the point of relucltance to try anything else...in that time i have been caught in the rain twice (i know, its tucson) and the last time i was just trying to break the rear tire loose and the grip was like 96 percent of dry, i really couldn't break it loose, at least on the power and braking side...i wasn't willing to drop into any corners...i want the road 5 but im thinking i want to try the Q3

[@zeehandsome4583]

So did you get the q3 or road 5? I have a R6 and I cant decide between the two.. I want great grip but also longevity.

[@rippin187]

@@zeehandsome4583 Get the Road 5 or Angel GT II. q3's will only last about 3000 miles.

[@user-cx2bk6pm2f]

On the introduction... you wanted to say "Pilot" Road 5, didn't you? :-) My understanding is you got it right. Michelin dropped the word "Pilot", but it comes naturally to want to say it. I can't wait for the GT version for my heavy tourer. No road tire will beat the Pirelli Angel's in dry performance... but I'd like to try the Road 5's and see for myself.

[@Nekminute]

Having an internal conflict whether to put these on a super naked

[@Uninfluenceable]

I'm really pissed that Michelin is marketing this as a "Sport Touring" tire. I wanted a sticky canyon tire for my Z1000, but got the Power RS instead of this because I figured my bike is not a touring bike and doesn't weigh 600 pounds so this would not be appropriate. Now, after only 1800 miles my Power RS' are toasted at mid lean tread and I'm really kicking myself for not getting the Pilot Road 5 instead.

[@boris2997]

Lol 😆 should have got the 5s

[@AkaAndyKnuckles]

Long sleeve under short sleeve, is that an American thing? Nice review.

[@patrickcallahan2885]

AkaAndyKnuckles yes it is, and quite comfortable in cooler weather when riding

[@lorenmars5244]

Google this topic + Stewie Griffin.

[@denisrailey777]

Waiting for the GT version. Sides too soft for front tyre on Honda Blackbird in less then 4k kilometers.

[@pmdinaz]

Thanks for the great review! Deciding to reshod my Trophy SE with the angel gt again (great tire!) Or..try something new with the new 5's..this is a nice insight. Thanks!

Evans, my favourite motorcycle.com journalist, still no critisism of a new touring tire. How does it compare to a pilot power 3 tire? What's the difference in the carcass shape! I like spiritited riding on a fast turning tire... Not sure if I should choose power3 or road5

[@jaredmoss7403]

Miika Venäläinen I'm using the pp3 also and wondering how the pr5 compair. Esp for my Busa.

I decided to get road5. It isn't as sharp turning as my previous pilot power 2ct. And front end feel on brakes is shit on road5. Nevertheless it is very good sporty and forgiving tire on rough roads and even on gravel. I would never get pp3 anymore. Road5 is alot better on rough road surfaces and if I only rode on smooth tarmac, I would get power rs.

[@mikeca.7662]

For me i took them off after 200 miles.My Ducati did not handle well and i felt a bit nervous starting into a deep apex.They are a bit taller also compared to my Bridgestones.I dont know about you guys but i don't ride in rain,at all,sorry dude,not for me....thank you

[@seanviper99]

its no brainer that mitchlin are gonna talk good about their new "improved" tyre but reality is that the road 4 perform better on the bends then road 5's reason is because of the slick side walls on the road 5's. my 1000 sports bike kick out 3 times both in wet and dry with road 5's on, so in less in 1k miles I put on road 4's and they are 100% more better than the road 5. the road 4 has more thread pattern than road 5 and this is was makes it grip. I also felt more grip with 4 than pr5.

[@zbb2stillalive]

What is the expected life of the tires under normal riding conditions?

[@future62]

I had a set of PR4s... loved them, took them to the track and grained them, then caught a piece of glass the next day and ruined them with fix a flat. Got some Metzler Roadtecs waiting to be mounted... Michelin makes a great tire but you're gonna pay for it

[@CaptainDangeax]

Price is forgotten, quality stays

[@daniel_atnag]

It's better then Pirreli Angel II ?

[@Racle]

How is the mileage compared to pilot road 4? Can't find that information anywhere..

[@jsmcguireIII]

Test them on a bike without ABS

[@edgaro8905]

Have new 5's with 800 miles on bmw f800r, seem loud & rough, Previous 4's for last 6 sets (average 14k miles), better from mile 1.

[@thatmanstumototours2270]

Nothing fake about it. Michelin is written on everything. If the tester were attempting to hide the fact that he was there on Michelin's dime, then perhaps you would be on to something. Take it with a grain of salt and hear the pitch on the features and improvements. The idea there is any really means of evaluating a tire beyond someone documenting their experience over the course of the life of the tire, (which is still subjective)is simply not realistic. I'll try a set when my PR4 GTs wear out...I will like them or I won't....

[@markjurczyk]

When you are testing this tires on Michelins track, paid trip by Michelin , can you really be objective ? Think about it !!!

[@rockafella1690]

GSA Troll

[@Banditmanuk]

You do make a good point. Seen reviews from quite a few sources including KZbinrs. All have been looked after by Michelin, nice hotels. Need to see some real world independent tests against other manufactures sport touring tyres.

[@markjurczyk]

Why ? Just asking a legit question , if Michelin is paying for test, travel, hotel and food , what do they expect in return ? You are just a moron , for calling me troll.

[@threethrushes]

What you say is true, but it is old news. Most informed viewers understand the uneasy alliance between journalists who ought to champion the consumer, and manufacturers with shareholders to placate. At the end of the day, Michelin is a world famous brand and keeps a leading position by making new tyres and inviting journalists to try them out. For most people, tyres are not the exciting thing about motorbikes.

[@markjurczyk]

This is happening everywere this days, cars , bikes, etc. We know what would happen if journalist would say , this car or bike or tire really sucks, they would never be invited for tests anymore ! There goes your free trip to France, Japan, Germany......! It's just fake news to me

[@Christian10111]

How hard is it to find a spot away from the wind...

[@yahtadi5152]

Which one better with city grip?

[@2amProFilms]

All i hear is wind noise, what did he say?

[@tmrthiago]

This is not a review. It is a INFOMERCIAL.

[@gavinmartin7920]

Loved the PR3s hated the PR4s great in the wet but ...... my ride is 2008 Suzuki Bandit 1250......snake

[@BaxtersBlades]

well they dont make them for an 87 vfr700. sucks

[@spyantreas]

so it never rains were i live.. is it still a good sport touring for me??

[@Uninfluenceable]

I live in SoCal so it also never rains for me either, or at least I dont ride in the rain. I went with the Power RS for that reason. Big mistake, tire only lasted 1800 miles. Get the Road 5, supposedly you should be able to get at least 6k miles out of them.

[@mikebiker7581]

@@Uninfluenceable o

[@Penafort]

Either you guys believe it or not even regarding safety people also buy things by their looks, the tires have amazing performance but are fkg ugly, so...

[@अरीगतोगेजयमसओरषकुवनगसमस]

I am from India , very interesting video,, let me describe indian roads ,, roads with slippery dust on it , at least in my city if not whole India ,, indian roads like cross between ( dirty off road) & (clean quality race track road) at least to the best of my knowledge, if I am wrong about indian roads let me know with reply ,, I think indian bikers need latest quality tire's than any one else on the planet ,,😀😀😀😀

[@LinwoodGallop]

Michelin are the best ever!

[@itsallabouttheridekeepingi4449]

They are overrated scrub out quicker than a P4 yes grip a little better but that’s it . Iv used ALOT of Pilots the 3 were a better front then the 4 - it sculped out badly. And yes I did use correct tyre pressures . Cannot day about the road 5 front ? As use the Road Tec 01 now “ it’s a fantastic front “

[@weljo2001]

Got a set of the Road 5's about a month ago. flic.kr/p/EzaDeg They're just sitting in the garage waiting for my stock tires on my Versys 1000 to wear out..

[@mrvwbug4423]

That won't take long, the stock dunlops that come on the versys are trash. I have PR4s on my Versys and if I keep it long enough to put a second set on it will get road 5s.

[@weljo2001]

The Versys 1000 come stock with Bridgestones T-30's i believe. They are not bad I have 7500 miles on them and they still have aways to go. The Dunlops that came on my 09 V-650 were garbage put PR-3's on it back then then PR-4GT's on my FJR...

[@weljo2001]

Went ahead and had them installed yesterday..Man they are nice...

[@motorr7394]

Definitely not a review! But Definitely a sale's pitch

[@warrison77]

the wind noise for crying out loud!

[@exothermal.sprocket]

Need a dead-cat on that camera mic!

[@LifeWideOpen780]

He's about as interesting as watching paint dry

[@billigerfusel]

Sure, I'll trust everything you say. It's not like Michelin paid for everything 😂

[@Uninfluenceable]

Hello, and welcome to the world. How else do you think this works? The guy pays for everything himself and sends Michelin a reimbursement invoice?

[@Framesforgames]

metzeler roadtec 01 > Michelin Road 5

[@cbats1888]

Personal opinion or tested?

[@Framesforgames]

Both, tested the Road 5 2 days ago on a Bmw R1200 and i have the Roadtec 01 on my Xjr1300 Racer. The Roadtec feels more responsive and confidence inspiring in the wet, but I have no doubt i would be perfectly satisfied if i bought the Road 5.

[@cbats1888]

Thanks for your response, interesting stuff! While I still run Pilot Power 2ct's on my sv650 k7, my father runs Roadtec 01's on his R1200R. I'm still impressed by the PP's in the rain, but sure it is an old model tyre. However, as you pointed out, I as well doubt the Road 5 will be as confidence inspiring in the wet as the Metzeler. I think the tread pattern of the Road 5 is just a bit too slick. I think I'll upgrade to Continental's Road Attack 3 because it also has great wet weather and cold weather performance while it is a bit sportier than the Metzeler. That said, I think the Roadtec 01 is the ultimate tyre for a BMW 1200 series

[@Asperaetastra]

Interesing. I bought Roadtec 01 last season. Switched from Pirelli Diablo.

[@sigis72]

You haven't compared apples to apples there either - a different bike (and not your own).

[@amacro11]

How would these work on a HD Fatboy? Al

[@mrvwbug4423]

Not worth it on a cruiser, you won't be able to lean the bike enough

[@rockafella1690]

amacro11 No need to start name calling. He's not that fat. Learn some manners.

[@bloodysinner9456]

mrvwbug44 As if you can lean a HD anywhere.

[@amacro11]

Thanks!

[@mightyboomerang2932]

Wow #Michelin

[@stopstalkingyouspookybastard]

if i wanted to watch commercials id buy a tv

[@roadwarrior8560]

infomercial bolox

[@MicMurphy1981]

Iam getting tired of these lame videos testing tires on a track this is not a real world review you all need to stop with the promo videos and do real world reviews. We would appreciate it. Thanks

[@Alien937]

Stuff your kph! Mph or nothing