MICHELIN Road 6/Road 6 GT motorcycle tires: Premiere of the new road tires from Michelin
- More wet grip* and higher mileage** compared to the MICHELIN Road 5 tire series
- Improved tire performance through a new tread design, advanced raw materials and an optimized tire architecture
The MICHELIN Road 6 tire series is the latest addition to Michelin's top-of-the-line sport touring tires. The tires offer drivers of roadsters, large duros, sports motorcycles and touring machines optimal performance in terms of wet grip, mileage, comfort and handling.

In addition to the MICHELIN Road 6, which is now also available for large duros, the new series also includes the MICHELIN Road 6 GT, which was specially developed for large and heavy touring machines. * and up to 10 percent higher mileage ** compared to its predecessor, the MICHELIN Road 5 . This is made possible by a new tread design, advanced raw materials and an optimized tire architecture.
Profile design:
- An optimized negative tread ratio of 14 percent (the ratio of tread grooves to rubber) provides a high level of grip in wet and dry road conditions. This ratio does not change even when cornering in order to give the driver consistent feedback.
- MICHELIN Water EverGrip sipe technology ensures a high level of wet grip and rider confidence (in these conditions). With this design, the slats widen as the profile wears over time.
- New profile groove and sipe angles with longer edges cut through the water film and ensure interlocking with the road surface.
Raw materials:
- The 100 percent silica-reinforced rubber compound with MICHELIN Silica Technology improves grip in cooler conditions and on damp and wet roads without compromising tire life.
- The MICHELIN 2CT+ technology (2 Compound Technology) front and rear optimizes the different parts of the tread for different performance characteristics. The harder bottom layer of tread rubber provides greater cornering stability, while the softer top layer (in contact with the road) provides very good grip in dry and wet conditions and high mileage.
Tire architecture:
- MICHELIN Radial The sidewalls of the new generation of Radial This means the tire remains stable at high speeds and is therefore also suitable for very powerful motorcycles. Overall, this technology optimizes the handling and responsiveness of the tire - for more driving pleasure and fun, without compromising safety.
- MICHELIN Aramid Shield technology is a high-density, stiffer tire casing that contributes to excellent feedback and handling. Aramid belt layers counteract centrifugal forces at high speeds, reducing weight and providing excellent stability.

Another first from Michelin
Most motorcyclists attach great importance to the appearance of their motorcycles. Therefore, the MICHELIN Premium Touch Design is used for the first time in the design of the side walls of the MICHELIN Road 6. This exclusive technology uses the micro-geometry of the sidewalls to create texture. This modulates the contrast of the gray tones that highlight the tire markings - for an attractive finish.
The new MICHELIN Road 6 tire series has been available in stores since January 3, 2022. It includes six front and eight rear wheel sizes, while the MICHELIN Road 6 GT tire range is available in one front and three rear wheel sizes. This offer fits almost all motorcycles - from small roadsters like the KTM 390 to sports and sports touring bikes and large duros to touring machines like the BMW K1600 GT/GTL.
The history of Michelin's road tire series
The MICHELIN Road 6 follows in the footsteps of a long line of Michelin innovations in the road tire series:
2002: MICHELIN Pilot Road – the first road tire series
2007: MICHELIN Pilot Road 2 – the first road tire series with 2CT technology
2011: MICHELIN Pilot Road 3 – the first road tire series with sipes
2014: MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 – the first road tire series with a special GT version
2018: MICHELIN Road 5 – the first road tire series with 3D sipe technology
*Internal comparison of the MICHELIN Road 6 and MICHELIN Road 5 ranges on the Fontange circuit:
07 & 08/07/2020: 120/70 ZR 17 & 180/55 ZR 17, on a Suzuki 1250S Bandit and a Triumph Street Triple S 765
17 , on a Suzuki 1250S Bandit.
01/17/2020: 120/70 ZR 17 & 180/55 ZR 17 (GT version), on a BMW R1200RT.
09/17/2020: 120/70 ZR 17 & 160/60 ZR 17, on a Kawasaki ER6n.
01/17/2020: 110/80 ZR 19 & 150/70 ZR 17, on a BMW R1200GS.
**Comparison of the MICHELIN Road 6 and MICHELIN Road 5 product ranges after an independent test on public roads by DEKRA Narbonne:
07/20/2020 to 08/07/2020: 120/70 ZR 17 & 180/55 ZR 17, on a BMW K1300R.
08/17/2020 to 10/14/2020: 120/70 ZR 17 & 180/55 ZR 17 (GT version), on a BMW R1250RT, loaded but without top case.
09/28/2020 to 11/12/2020, dimensions: 120/70 ZR 17 & 160/60 ZR 17, on a Suzuki Gladius 650.