Michelin Power 5 vs Road 5

Michelin are premium tyre manufacturers that pride themselves on selling some of the most sought-after tyres on the market.

Tyre types within Michelin’s extensive model line-up includes bike tyres, in which Michelin are one of the top brands within this tyre segment.

These bike tyres include popular tyre series, such as Michelin’s Power series and Road tyres.

Two models taking the spotlight in this article are the Michelin Power 5 and Michelin Road 5, two popular tyre models amongst bikers across the world.

We will be covering key features of both tyres, helping you make an informed choice on which tyre you might prefer.

Power 5 Overview

The Michelin Power 5 is a sport touring motorcycle tyre developed for enhanced cornering and grip.

Michelin’s 2CT+ Technology is developed on the Power 5’s compound, further strengthening the tyre’s grip on both wet and dry roads.

The Power 5’s rigid casing adjusts with the tyre's lean angle, providing stability in both straight lines and corners.

Michelin’s Power 5 tyre delivers an exhilarating ride with its sporty, track-proven profile engineered for enhanced road handling.

Upon its release in 2020, the Power 5 replaced the Michelin Power RS.

Road 5 Overview

The Michelin Road 5, released in 2018, replaced the Michelin Pilot Road 4, immediately establishing itself as a premium motorcycle tyre.

Its superior performance stems from the integration of Michelin's 2CT, 2CT+, and Water Evergrip technologies.

These technologies combine to deliver exceptional wet grip, even with 50% tyre wear, resulting in braking distances comparable to the high-performance Pilot Sport 4car tyre.

Furthermore, the incorporation of Michelin Radial-Act+ technology enhances rigidity, providing increased stability and predictable handling.

This blend of advanced technologies has made the Road 5 a consistently popular choice among motorcyclists, solidifying its place as a leading tyre in Michelin's motorcycle lineup.

Customer Reviews

Our customer review system is powered by DriverReviews, giving Blackcircles.com customers a platform to critically review their previously purchased tyres.

The four main categories in which tyres are reviewed from:

• Overall Ratings
• Would the customer buy the tyres again
• Does the vehicle feel better to drive
• Were the tyres value for money

Power 5 Customer Reviews

Over 109 Blackcircles.com customers has reviewed the Michelin Power 5 as follows:

• Overall rating of my tyres – 4.6/5
• I would buy the same tyres again – 4.4/5
• The bike feels better to drive – 4.6/5
• The tyres were value for money – 4.2/

Road 5 Customer Reviews

Over 330 Blackcircles.com customers has reviewed the Michelin Road 5 as follows:

• Overall rating of my tyres – 4.6/5
• I would buy the same tyres again – 4.7/5
• The bike feels better to drive – 4.6/5
• The tyres were value for money – 4.3/5

Power 5 Common Tyre Sizes

• 120/70 R17
• 180/55 R17
• 200/55 R17

Road 5 Common Tyre Sizes

• 120/70 R17
• 180/55 R17
• 160/60 R17

Power 5 Common Bike Manufacturers

• Triumph
• Aprilia
• BMW

Road 5 Common Bike Manufacturers

• Honda
• Yamaha
• Suzuki

Price Ranges

Prices for tyre models may vary depending on tyre sizes and special manufacturer fitment.

Fully fitted prices for the Michelin Power 5 range from £138.62 to £201.41.*

Fully fitted prices for the Michelin Road 5 range from £130.79 to £184.31.*

*Please note that prices may fluctuate in time, with listed prices of tyres being from today's date (06/11/2024)