The MICHELIN Anakee Adventure tire stands out notably for its exceptional grip on wet roads, due to its silica-enhanced compound. It also combines outstanding performance in dry weather with stability and resistance to wear thanks to two Michelin-patented technologies: MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT and MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT+. Meanwhile, its open tread pattern provides necessary traction for the transition to unpaved tracks and trails. The Michelin Anakee Adventure tire will give you confidence on any adventure. Featuring tremendous wet grip - silica tread compounds provide wet grip for added confidence on slippery wet roads. Michelin Bridge Block Technology combined with Michelin 2CT Technology in the rear provides a new level of on-road stability. The full grooved geometric tread pattern is designed to deliver uncompromising traction off-road. The optimized profile combined with the tread pattern and Michelin 2CT compounds are designed to provide precise handling and long-lasting performance. Designed for 80% road use and 20% off-road use the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire provides optimum performance for demanding riders across all aspects of adventure touring.
The MICHELIN Anakee Adventure tire stands out notably for its exceptional grip on wet roads, due to its silica-enhanced compound. It also combines outstanding performance in dry weather with stability and resistance to wear thanks to two Michelin-patented technologies: MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT and MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT+. Meanwhile, its open tread pattern provides necessary traction for the transition to unpaved tracks and trails. The Michelin Anakee Adventure tire will give you confidence on any adventure. Featuring tremendous wet grip - silica tread compounds provide wet grip for added confidence on slippery wet roads. Michelin Bridge Block Technology combined with Michelin 2CT Technology in the rear provides a new level of on-road stability. The full grooved geometric tread pattern is designed to deliver uncompromising traction off-road. The optimized profile combined with the tread pattern and Michelin 2CT compounds are designed to provide precise handling and long-lasting performance. Designed for 80% road use and 20% off-road use the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire provides optimum performance for demanding riders across all aspects of adventure touring.
The MICHELIN Anakee Adventure tire stands out notably for its exceptional grip on wet roads, due to its silica-enhanced compound. It also combines outstanding performance in dry weather with stability and resistance to wear thanks to two Michelin-patented technologies: MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT and MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT+. Meanwhile, its open tread pattern provides necessary traction for the transition to unpaved tracks and trails. The Michelin Anakee Adventure tire will give you confidence on any adventure. Featuring tremendous wet grip - silica tread compounds provide wet grip for added confidence on slippery wet roads. Michelin Bridge Block Technology combined with Michelin 2CT Technology in the rear provides a new level of on-road stability. The full grooved geometric tread pattern is designed to deliver uncompromising traction off-road. The optimized profile combined with the tread pattern and Michelin 2CT compounds are designed to provide precise handling and long-lasting performance. Designed for 80% road use and 20% off-road use the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire provides optimum performance for demanding riders across all aspects of adventure touring.
The MICHELIN Anakee Adventure tire stands out notably for its exceptional grip on wet roads, due to its silica-enhanced compound. It also combines outstanding performance in dry weather with stability and resistance to wear thanks to two Michelin-patented technologies: MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT and MICHELIN Dual Compound 2CT+. Meanwhile, its open tread pattern provides necessary traction for the transition to unpaved tracks and trails. The Michelin Anakee Adventure tire will give you confidence on any adventure. Featuring tremendous wet grip - silica tread compounds provide wet grip for added confidence on slippery wet roads. Michelin Bridge Block Technology combined with Michelin 2CT Technology in the rear provides a new level of on-road stability. The full grooved geometric tread pattern is designed to deliver uncompromising traction off-road. The optimized profile combined with the tread pattern and Michelin 2CT compounds are designed to provide precise handling and long-lasting performance. Designed for 80% road use and 20% off-road use the Michelin Anakee Adventure tire provides optimum performance for demanding riders across all aspects of adventure touring.
Last updated at 03/30/2026 17:18:11
MICHELIN ANAKEE ADVENTURE REAR TYRE 150-70-18
Delivery between 8–14 Apr $15
Michelin Anakee Adventure Rear Tyre 150/70 V-18 70V Tubeless
Free delivery
Michelin Anakee Adventure 150/70 R 18 70V TL/TT Rear
originally posted on revzilla.com
I don't write reviews, but these tires deserve one. I had these put on when they first came out. I was on a 13,000 mile road trip, and should have just stuck with the Anakee Wild (the best tire ever), but figured I'd be on less dirt, and should try something new. What a mistake.The worst tires I've had on a bike in 20 years. I can't wait to get rid of them. There is zero confidence on any surface. The front is the worst of the mix... it constantly feels like it's about to just give up, and that is on any surface. Even on a fairly grippy road surface. It just hates it's existence. The rear can be coaxed to give up what little grip it has with the slightest touch of the throttle.On the overall... why do these exist? What actual need do they fill? Do yourself a ... MoreI don't write reviews, but these tires deserve one. I had these put on when they first came out. I was on a 13,000 mile road trip, and should have just stuck with the Anakee Wild (the best tire ever), but figured I'd be on less dirt, and should try something new. What a mistake.The worst tires I've had on a bike in 20 years. I can't wait to get rid of them. There is zero confidence on any surface. The front is the worst of the mix... it constantly feels like it's about to just give up, and that is on any surface. Even on a fairly grippy road surface. It just hates it's existence. The rear can be coaxed to give up what little grip it has with the slightest touch of the throttle.On the overall... why do these exist? What actual need do they fill? Do yourself a favor and walk to nearly any other tire. Not sure how these garbage piles have any positive reviews at all. Maybe y'all are just riding slowly to Starbucks? That's a joke, don't get mad.
originally posted on revzilla.com
These are excellent tires. I've completed about 2000 mi with these on my KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. I purchased them right before a ~1500 mi (round) trip which would encounter every manner of paved road, from canyons to Interstate, then about 20 miles of hard-packed gravel near the destination. I don't usually, intentionally, take this bike off road - I could have gotten a pure street tire for the rest of my riding, but needed something that would handle the gravel section. I was concerned that they would sacrifice on-road performance for that little bit of versatility on gravel, but I needn't have been. These tires handle great*, stick (almost**) like glue on warm, twisty pavement, track well on the long straight stretches (I won't tell you how fast I've taken ... MoreThese are excellent tires. I've completed about 2000 mi with these on my KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. I purchased them right before a ~1500 mi (round) trip which would encounter every manner of paved road, from canyons to Interstate, then about 20 miles of hard-packed gravel near the destination. I don't usually, intentionally, take this bike off road - I could have gotten a pure street tire for the rest of my riding, but needed something that would handle the gravel section. I was concerned that they would sacrifice on-road performance for that little bit of versatility on gravel, but I needn't have been. These tires handle great*, stick (almost**) like glue on warm, twisty pavement, track well on the long straight stretches (I won't tell you how fast I've taken them, but I heard a rumor they handled well at top speed fully loaded, and handled better than the stock Pirellis*** while doing so), and, so far, are wearing VERY well.In the first 2000 mi on these tires, I can safely say that I've tried pretty much everything on them, that I ever will, aside from much rain use, and in those conditions their reputation is excellent. They are wearing very well (minimal wear so far****), maintaining a nice profile as long as I do something besides drone for hundreds of miles on the Interstate.In my experience so far, these are excellent tires, and do everything I will ask of them. Tire reviews are super subjective: your mileage may vary.*One aspect which requires attention, at least on my bike with 19 in front and 17 in rear tires, is the tendency to oversteer. Steering is light and linear, then from moderate to full lean, a little bit of outside bar pressure is required, on my bike, to maintain a line and keep from tipping in further through the corner. I prefer neutral handling, but I don't mind this mild oversteer, preferring it to requiring inside bar pressure, and what I anticipate will happen is that the tires will balance out while they wear, resulting in neutral handling much farther into the wear envelope than usual. If so, I'll take it!**I can get the rear tire to spin a little bit under full throttle second-gear corner exits. It's well-controlled by the electronics on the bike and doesn't bother me a bit. Is the rear as sticky as a sport tire? No. Is it grippy enough to shockingly exceed what a prudent rider should do on the street? Absolutely.***The bike, as configured off the showroom, when fully loaded with saddlebags and top box, weaves a touch at speeds of over 125 mph, or so I've been told. On these tires, the bike tracks straight.****I've attached photos of the tires with 2000 miles of decently hard riding on them. I haven't made measurements, but they look like they're going to go 3-4 times this long, at least.
originally posted on revzilla.com
I've run a pair of Anakee Adventures on my V-Strom 650 that have taken me from thr Canadian to Mexican border twice and with tons of commute miles in between.On road, these have incredible stability and grip, and is primarily the reason I sprung for something a little more expensive, since their wet weather performance excels compared to other partially aggressive ADV tires.Off road, these will be limiting. They don't take wet, soft material well. Mud, sand, etc. will slip right out from under you, which is to be expected from a tire that still does 10k highway miles on-road. Hard pack, gravel and other standard fire roads are doable, the front might hunt for traction on you, but I never felt completely helpless on dirt roads.However, I keep a set of Shinko ... MoreI've run a pair of Anakee Adventures on my V-Strom 650 that have taken me from thr Canadian to Mexican border twice and with tons of commute miles in between.On road, these have incredible stability and grip, and is primarily the reason I sprung for something a little more expensive, since their wet weather performance excels compared to other partially aggressive ADV tires.Off road, these will be limiting. They don't take wet, soft material well. Mud, sand, etc. will slip right out from under you, which is to be expected from a tire that still does 10k highway miles on-road. Hard pack, gravel and other standard fire roads are doable, the front might hunt for traction on you, but I never felt completely helpless on dirt roads.However, I keep a set of Shinko 805/804s for when I am crazy enough to take my V-Strom to the dunes, so as a tire that handles everything else, the Anakee Adventures have been wonderful for cross county trips where that campsite at the end of a Forest Service road seems optimal.I've got about 11,000 miles on the rear before replacement. The front is still trucking at 14,000 and will probably last the life of my second rear. This is on a approx. ~700 lb setup including rider, with often long stretches of 80mph desert highway.
| Collections | Tool & Maintenance |
| Style | Dual Sport/Touring |
| Position | Rear |
| Tread Pattern/Model | Anakee Adventure |
| Aspect Ratio | 70 |
MICHELIN ANAKEE ADVENTURE REAR TYRE 150-70-18
Delivery between 8–14 Apr $15
Michelin Anakee Adventure Rear Tyre 150/70 V-18 70V Tubeless
Free delivery
Michelin Anakee Adventure 150/70 R 18 70V TL/TT Rear
I don't write reviews, but these tires deserve one. I had these put on when they first came out. I was on a 13,000 mile road trip, and should have just stuck with the Anakee Wild (the best tire ever), but figured I'd be on less dirt, and should try something new. What a mistake.The worst tires I've had on a bike in 20 years. I can't wait to get rid of them. There is zero confidence on any surface. The front is the worst of the mix... it constantly feels like it's about to just give up, and that is on any surface. Even on a fairly grippy road surface. It just hates it's existence. The rear can be coaxed to give up what little grip it has with the slightest touch of the throttle.On the overall... why do these exist? What actual need do they fill? Do yourself a ... MoreI don't write reviews, but these tires deserve one. I had these put on when they first came out. I was on a 13,000 mile road trip, and should have just stuck with the Anakee Wild (the best tire ever), but figured I'd be on less dirt, and should try something new. What a mistake.The worst tires I've had on a bike in 20 years. I can't wait to get rid of them. There is zero confidence on any surface. The front is the worst of the mix... it constantly feels like it's about to just give up, and that is on any surface. Even on a fairly grippy road surface. It just hates it's existence. The rear can be coaxed to give up what little grip it has with the slightest touch of the throttle.On the overall... why do these exist? What actual need do they fill? Do yourself a favor and walk to nearly any other tire. Not sure how these garbage piles have any positive reviews at all. Maybe y'all are just riding slowly to Starbucks? That's a joke, don't get mad.
These are excellent tires. I've completed about 2000 mi with these on my KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. I purchased them right before a ~1500 mi (round) trip which would encounter every manner of paved road, from canyons to Interstate, then about 20 miles of hard-packed gravel near the destination. I don't usually, intentionally, take this bike off road - I could have gotten a pure street tire for the rest of my riding, but needed something that would handle the gravel section. I was concerned that they would sacrifice on-road performance for that little bit of versatility on gravel, but I needn't have been. These tires handle great*, stick (almost**) like glue on warm, twisty pavement, track well on the long straight stretches (I won't tell you how fast I've taken ... MoreThese are excellent tires. I've completed about 2000 mi with these on my KTM 1290 Super Adventure S. I purchased them right before a ~1500 mi (round) trip which would encounter every manner of paved road, from canyons to Interstate, then about 20 miles of hard-packed gravel near the destination. I don't usually, intentionally, take this bike off road - I could have gotten a pure street tire for the rest of my riding, but needed something that would handle the gravel section. I was concerned that they would sacrifice on-road performance for that little bit of versatility on gravel, but I needn't have been. These tires handle great*, stick (almost**) like glue on warm, twisty pavement, track well on the long straight stretches (I won't tell you how fast I've taken them, but I heard a rumor they handled well at top speed fully loaded, and handled better than the stock Pirellis*** while doing so), and, so far, are wearing VERY well.In the first 2000 mi on these tires, I can safely say that I've tried pretty much everything on them, that I ever will, aside from much rain use, and in those conditions their reputation is excellent. They are wearing very well (minimal wear so far****), maintaining a nice profile as long as I do something besides drone for hundreds of miles on the Interstate.In my experience so far, these are excellent tires, and do everything I will ask of them. Tire reviews are super subjective: your mileage may vary.*One aspect which requires attention, at least on my bike with 19 in front and 17 in rear tires, is the tendency to oversteer. Steering is light and linear, then from moderate to full lean, a little bit of outside bar pressure is required, on my bike, to maintain a line and keep from tipping in further through the corner. I prefer neutral handling, but I don't mind this mild oversteer, preferring it to requiring inside bar pressure, and what I anticipate will happen is that the tires will balance out while they wear, resulting in neutral handling much farther into the wear envelope than usual. If so, I'll take it!**I can get the rear tire to spin a little bit under full throttle second-gear corner exits. It's well-controlled by the electronics on the bike and doesn't bother me a bit. Is the rear as sticky as a sport tire? No. Is it grippy enough to shockingly exceed what a prudent rider should do on the street? Absolutely.***The bike, as configured off the showroom, when fully loaded with saddlebags and top box, weaves a touch at speeds of over 125 mph, or so I've been told. On these tires, the bike tracks straight.****I've attached photos of the tires with 2000 miles of decently hard riding on them. I haven't made measurements, but they look like they're going to go 3-4 times this long, at least.
I've run a pair of Anakee Adventures on my V-Strom 650 that have taken me from thr Canadian to Mexican border twice and with tons of commute miles in between.On road, these have incredible stability and grip, and is primarily the reason I sprung for something a little more expensive, since their wet weather performance excels compared to other partially aggressive ADV tires.Off road, these will be limiting. They don't take wet, soft material well. Mud, sand, etc. will slip right out from under you, which is to be expected from a tire that still does 10k highway miles on-road. Hard pack, gravel and other standard fire roads are doable, the front might hunt for traction on you, but I never felt completely helpless on dirt roads.However, I keep a set of Shinko ... MoreI've run a pair of Anakee Adventures on my V-Strom 650 that have taken me from thr Canadian to Mexican border twice and with tons of commute miles in between.On road, these have incredible stability and grip, and is primarily the reason I sprung for something a little more expensive, since their wet weather performance excels compared to other partially aggressive ADV tires.Off road, these will be limiting. They don't take wet, soft material well. Mud, sand, etc. will slip right out from under you, which is to be expected from a tire that still does 10k highway miles on-road. Hard pack, gravel and other standard fire roads are doable, the front might hunt for traction on you, but I never felt completely helpless on dirt roads.However, I keep a set of Shinko 805/804s for when I am crazy enough to take my V-Strom to the dunes, so as a tire that handles everything else, the Anakee Adventures have been wonderful for cross county trips where that campsite at the end of a Forest Service road seems optimal.I've got about 11,000 miles on the rear before replacement. The front is still trucking at 14,000 and will probably last the life of my second rear. This is on a approx. ~700 lb setup including rider, with often long stretches of 80mph desert highway.
I have a 2021 BMW R1250GSA. The bike came with Battlax A41 tires everyone said were loud and not worth anything. They lasted 6K miles and I really thought they were OK. I then put The Anakee Adventures on and immediately felt how much better the bike handling was. The off road/dirt road riding was way better. I just changed them with a new set at 7800 just because I was doing maintenance. They still looked good. You could probably get 10K or more with these. Since I heard of a tire shortage this year, I just ordered a set to store for next time.
Bought these for my 2007 R1200GS. Replaced TKC80's since I started doing more highway on the bike to commute to work. They definitely don't grip as well off road, but the trade off is worth it. the TKC80s I had on previously didn't like going above 80. they had a little head shake, followed grooves in the pavement, and had a significant amount of vibration on the highway. all these symptoms of a 50/50 tire on the highway are 100% gone, and these feel like a regular road tire to me on the highway.These handle beautifully on the road, very smooth, quiet, and stable in a corner. they still feel very good on hard packed dirt like a fire road, but I haven't taken them on anything softer yet.I did take them out briefly with fully loaded paniers, top case, all my ... MoreBought these for my 2007 R1200GS. Replaced TKC80's since I started doing more highway on the bike to commute to work. They definitely don't grip as well off road, but the trade off is worth it. the TKC80s I had on previously didn't like going above 80. they had a little head shake, followed grooves in the pavement, and had a significant amount of vibration on the highway. all these symptoms of a 50/50 tire on the highway are 100% gone, and these feel like a regular road tire to me on the highway.These handle beautifully on the road, very smooth, quiet, and stable in a corner. they still feel very good on hard packed dirt like a fire road, but I haven't taken them on anything softer yet.I did take them out briefly with fully loaded paniers, top case, all my camping gear, etc... and they handled the weight very well.Cant speak much to mileage yet, but ill update this review later once I replace the rear. I do expect a minimum of 8k miles on the rear through.
I have not yet mounted on my bike the new Anakee Adventure I received from Revzilla, so my review will be based on the Anakee Adventure that came with my 2021 BMW R1250 GSA, and have 8085 miles on them.The front tire tread wear bar indicators are now flush with surface of the tire, but the rear tire has still some life, perhaps another 1000 miles. However I'm planning to replace both the tires soon. The Anakee Adventure has proven to be a good choice of tires for my riding style. I'm riding mostly on paved roads and enjoy the grip they offer, especially in extreme cornering. Most of the offroad I do is on dirt roads with little sand and the tires are adequate for this.
Fairly expensive rubber but the only thing available in the size I needed. Just completed an 8000km trip through the western States on them. Front tire was tough to balance at the tire shop. Took seven weights to get it balanced, front also howled on corners to the point I could hear it through earplugs.Now the good. Solid on the pavement and surprisingly good on the bit of dirt I played in on my trip and seems to be wearing well.
Very happy with this tire. Scooter is V85TT Just completed the northern half of the CDR and this tire performed fantastically. I now have around 10K miles on the tire and expect to get 2K more before changing. This tire has crossed streams rock gardens moderate sand I have absolute confidence in the tire. around 9500 miles I did experience a flat while on the Wyoming track from Pinedale to Rawlins. A rock sliver penetrated the tread and punctured the tube. tire was a little over .5mm at the time I was a little disappointed in this penetration. Patched the tube and moved on down the trail. Still overall very satisfied.
This is a great tire without a doubt. It?s great on-road due to the dual compound and I was surprised how much lean I could get on my R1250 GSA and when I started pushing it by trail braking hard while at quite some lean angle there was no slip. Very impressive and very quiet. Off-road I didn?t push it and I did crash it when crossing a stream with a pretty sandy bottom, but that?s to be expected. On streams with a rocky base it was solid and I was surprised at some of the inclines I was able to tackle with this tire. The only thing that really let it down was that I only got 3500 out of the rear tire and the front it looking like it doesn?t have significantly more tread life left either.
Put these tires on my xsr900. For those of you not aware that is naked sport bike. This bike has more torque then what it can handle. This tire is NOT made for this type of motorcycle. I do a small bit of trail riding but mainly wanted them for the looks. (I know not a great idea) The grip was good, I would lose tracking at high RPM?s in first gear. Other then that the tire gripped amazing, even in rain. If your motorcycle has traction control these tires are great. One big downside is I only got about 5,000 miles on the tire on the rear. Front tire has more then half the tread left but the back is now bald in the middle. This tire is great and it?s my fault for applying it to a motorcycle that wouldn?t work that great but still did decent. Overall, great tire for a ... MorePut these tires on my xsr900. For those of you not aware that is naked sport bike. This bike has more torque then what it can handle. This tire is NOT made for this type of motorcycle. I do a small bit of trail riding but mainly wanted them for the looks. (I know not a great idea) The grip was good, I would lose tracking at high RPM?s in first gear. Other then that the tire gripped amazing, even in rain. If your motorcycle has traction control these tires are great. One big downside is I only got about 5,000 miles on the tire on the rear. Front tire has more then half the tread left but the back is now bald in the middle. This tire is great and it?s my fault for applying it to a motorcycle that wouldn?t work that great but still did decent. Overall, great tire for a dual sport motorcycle, tire life wasn?t greatest on my motorcycle but that is due to the amount of torque the motorcycle has. Yes I would buy again though. Photos are of my motorcycle with fresh ish tires for anyone curious about the look
| Collections | Tool & Maintenance |
| Style | Dual Sport/Touring |
| Position | Rear |
| Tread Pattern/Model | Anakee Adventure |
| Aspect Ratio | 70 |
