The new must-have MICHELIN road tyre
The latest version of the acclaimed MICHELIN Road tyre (1)
The MICHELIN Road 6 benefits from 2 decades of constant innovation and the highest levels of expertise.
More wet grip!
+15% more grip than MICHELIN Road 5 (2) in wet conditions thanks to a brand new tread pattern and new 100% Silica Technology tread compounds.
Ride for longer!
The high tech compound increases the longevity of the tyre by 10% (3)
HONDA: CB500F/ CBR500R
Width
110
Ratio
70
Diameter
17
Load Index
54
Speed Index
W
Width
120
Ratio
60
Diameter
17
Load Index
55
Speed Index
(W)
Width
120
Ratio
70
Diameter
17
Load Index
58
Speed Index
(W)
Width
140
Ratio
70
Diameter
17
Load Index
66
Speed Index
W
Width
150
Ratio
60
Diameter
17
Load Index
66
Speed Index
W
Width
150
Ratio
70
Diameter
17
Load Index
69
Speed Index
(W)
Width
160
Ratio
60
Diameter
17
Load Index
69
Speed Index
(W)
Width
170
Ratio
60
Diameter
17
Load Index
72
Speed Index
(W)
Width
180
Ratio
55
Diameter
17
Load Index
73
Speed Index
(W)
Width
190
Ratio
50
Diameter
17
Load Index
73
Speed Index
(W)
Width
190
Ratio
55
Diameter
17
Load Index
75
Speed Index
(W)
Road Touring
The MICHELIN road tyre that offers safety and riding enjoyment, on both dry and wet surfaces, even when 50% worn (1)
Modern technologies to make the most of your classic bike!
Road Touring
The tyre for new adventures
Road Touring
Your GT bike is safe and fun to ride on dry and wet surfaces
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(2) Recommended by 91% of MICHELIN Road 5 users. Verified Reviews, December 2020 - June 2021
(3) In-house comparisons of the MICHELIN Road 6 and MICHELIN Road 5 ranges conducted at Fontange track: The 07 and 08/07/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17, on a Suzuki 1250S Bandit and a Triumph Street Triple S 765. The 15/03/2021 & 21/05/2021, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17, on a Suzuki 1250 S Bandit. The 17/01/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17 (GT version), on a BMW R 1200 RT. The 17/09/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 160/60ZR17, on a Kawasaki ER6N. The 17/01/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 110/80ZR19 and 150/70ZR17, on a BMW R 1200 GS.
(4) Comparison of the MICHELIN Road 6 and MICHELIN Road 5 ranges, according to an independent test on open-road made by DEKRA Narbonne: 20/07/2020 to 07/08/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17, on a BMW K 1300 R. 17/08/2020 to 14/10/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 180/55ZR17 (GT version), on a BMW R 1250 RT loaded without top-case. 28/09/2020 to 12/11/2020, dimensions of the tyres: 120/70ZR17 and 160/60ZR17, on a Suzuki Gladius 650. According to MOTORRAD Magazine 07/2023. MICHELIN Road 6 is awarded by the daily life/tour purchase tip at the test including COMPETITOR A, COMPETITOR B, COMPETITOR C, COMPETITOR D, COMPETITOR E and MICHELIN Road 6. This test was conducted with the dimensions: 110/70 R 17 (front) and 150/60 R 17 (rear) on a KTM 390 Duke. The test has been conducted at the COMPETITOR wet test track in Nettuno. The MICHELIN Road 6 came first on dry in maneuverability, in stability and grip in curves and in feedback. On wet, it came first in maneuverability, grip in curves and acceleration and in feedback. According to MOTORRAD Magazine 06/2023. MICHELIN Road 6 is awarded by a very good mention at the dual test including COMPETITOR D, and MICHELIN Road 6. This test was conducted with the dimensions: 120/70 R 19 (front) and 170/60 R 17 (rear) on a BMW R 1250 GS. The test has been conducted at the Bridgestone wet test track in Nettuno and on French and Spanish country roads. The MICHELIN Road 6 came first on dry maneuverability. On wet, it has the best grip in curves and feedback."
