Provides all the grip you?? ll need for your next adventure! Get off the beaten track Stability and comfort Stability and rider comfort come together thanks to radial technology, available for the first time on a knobbly tire range. Excellent on-road handling and off-road traction The innovative shoulder-to-shoulder design and construction of the tread offers precise on-road handling and amazing traction to climb out of off-road ruts. Superior traction on soft terrain The alignment of the scoop-shaped staggered tread blocks offer stability and traction on soft terrain and in all conditions. Long-lasting durability Resistant to damage and high temperatures due to optimized tread depth and new compound.
Provides all the grip you?? ll need for your next adventure! Get off the beaten track Stability and comfort Stability and rider comfort come together thanks to radial technology, available for the first time on a knobbly tire range. Excellent on-road handling and off-road traction The innovative shoulder-to-shoulder design and construction of the tread offers precise on-road handling and amazing traction to climb out of off-road ruts. Superior traction on soft terrain The alignment of the scoop-shaped staggered tread blocks offer stability and traction on soft terrain and in all conditions. Long-lasting durability Resistant to damage and high temperatures due to optimized tread depth and new compound.
Provides all the grip you?? ll need for your next adventure! Get off the beaten track Stability and comfort Stability and rider comfort come together thanks to radial technology, available for the first time on a knobbly tire range. Excellent on-road handling and off-road traction The innovative shoulder-to-shoulder design and construction of the tread offers precise on-road handling and amazing traction to climb out of off-road ruts. Superior traction on soft terrain The alignment of the scoop-shaped staggered tread blocks offer stability and traction on soft terrain and in all conditions. Long-lasting durability Resistant to damage and high temperatures due to optimized tread depth and new compound.
Provides all the grip you?? ll need for your next adventure! Get off the beaten track Stability and comfort Stability and rider comfort come together thanks to radial technology, available for the first time on a knobbly tire range. Excellent on-road handling and off-road traction The innovative shoulder-to-shoulder design and construction of the tread offers precise on-road handling and amazing traction to climb out of off-road ruts. Superior traction on soft terrain The alignment of the scoop-shaped staggered tread blocks offer stability and traction on soft terrain and in all conditions. Long-lasting durability Resistant to damage and high temperatures due to optimized tread depth and new compound.
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Michelin Anakee Wild Rear Tire - 110/80-18 Motorcycle Street Bike Dirt
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originally posted on michelinman.com
I put a fresh set of these on my tiger 1200 rally pro right before setting off to ride the Washington backcountry discovery route. My first impressions coming off of the trailmaxx mission tires were that this tire definitely feels more like a knobby under heavy breaking and acceleration on the pavement. While that was to be expected, it was a bit of a surprise as far as how much. The on road cornering grip is pretty impressive, good feel and feedback. But where this tire really excelled was on the dirt. The front tire offered downright ridiculous grip on the rocks and ruts. Great braking performance and confidence inspiring cornering traction. The rear supplied as much acceleration traction as I could hope for trying to get 150hp to the dirt lol. But in more ... MoreI put a fresh set of these on my tiger 1200 rally pro right before setting off to ride the Washington backcountry discovery route. My first impressions coming off of the trailmaxx mission tires were that this tire definitely feels more like a knobby under heavy breaking and acceleration on the pavement. While that was to be expected, it was a bit of a surprise as far as how much. The on road cornering grip is pretty impressive, good feel and feedback. But where this tire really excelled was on the dirt. The front tire offered downright ridiculous grip on the rocks and ruts. Great braking performance and confidence inspiring cornering traction. The rear supplied as much acceleration traction as I could hope for trying to get 150hp to the dirt lol. But in more technical applications the rear was predictable and compliant. My only complaint is tire life. Granted, asking a knobby like tire to hold up against a 550 lb bike with 90+ lbft of torque, might just be a tad unrealistic, but the center knobs and inner side knobs of the rear tire were completely rounded off and down to the wear bars after 1200 miles. The front faired much better. If I had to do it again I would, knowing that the traction off road was worth the price of fast tread wear. If you’re heading out to do a BDR or an off road oriented multi day trip, these are awesome. Just expect to need a new rear when you get home lol.
originally posted on cyclegear.com
These are the real deal! They have everything needed for a some offroad riding on a heavy bike, I used these for about 700 miles of offroad on the COBDR and they were a great choice. The track very well and keep forward momentum going. There are some cons but nothing you wouldnt expect for a tire like these. 1: They are loud on the road. I drove 700 miles to and from Colorado for this trip and they do get loud on the highway but earplugs work fine to take the level down. 2: They do wear pretty quickly. I am now about 45-50% through the rear tire and have about 2000 miles on it but that is what I expected. They are also a little spendy but hell, they all are these days.Bike I mounted them on is a 2020 BMW R1250GS
originally posted on michelinman.com
The Awake Wild performs incredibly well off road which I expected, but I was surprised how well they handle the asphalt. Not the place you want to use the rubber, but I rode mountain passes in early April with water across the road (I was nervous about ice), twisty sections of road, rain and the Anakee Wild's felt secure in all conditions. I'm on a BMW R1250GSA so lots of weight for the tires to handle. On this set I rode the Colorado BDR, Utah BDR, White Rim and a week in the San Rafael Swell. I will replace the rear tire mid July and I'll keep the front on a bit longer. From my experience I would gladly recommend the Anakee Wild to a friend. Don't expect them to last very long but mine have lasted long enough.
Michelin Anakee Wild Rear Tire - 110/80-18 Motorcycle Street Bike Dirt
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Michelin Anakee Wild Tires
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Michelin Anakee Wild Tires - Michelin Anakee Wild Tires - Rear - 110/80-18
I put a fresh set of these on my tiger 1200 rally pro right before setting off to ride the Washington backcountry discovery route. My first impressions coming off of the trailmaxx mission tires were that this tire definitely feels more like a knobby under heavy breaking and acceleration on the pavement. While that was to be expected, it was a bit of a surprise as far as how much. The on road cornering grip is pretty impressive, good feel and feedback. But where this tire really excelled was on the dirt. The front tire offered downright ridiculous grip on the rocks and ruts. Great braking performance and confidence inspiring cornering traction. The rear supplied as much acceleration traction as I could hope for trying to get 150hp to the dirt lol. But in more ... MoreI put a fresh set of these on my tiger 1200 rally pro right before setting off to ride the Washington backcountry discovery route. My first impressions coming off of the trailmaxx mission tires were that this tire definitely feels more like a knobby under heavy breaking and acceleration on the pavement. While that was to be expected, it was a bit of a surprise as far as how much. The on road cornering grip is pretty impressive, good feel and feedback. But where this tire really excelled was on the dirt. The front tire offered downright ridiculous grip on the rocks and ruts. Great braking performance and confidence inspiring cornering traction. The rear supplied as much acceleration traction as I could hope for trying to get 150hp to the dirt lol. But in more technical applications the rear was predictable and compliant. My only complaint is tire life. Granted, asking a knobby like tire to hold up against a 550 lb bike with 90+ lbft of torque, might just be a tad unrealistic, but the center knobs and inner side knobs of the rear tire were completely rounded off and down to the wear bars after 1200 miles. The front faired much better. If I had to do it again I would, knowing that the traction off road was worth the price of fast tread wear. If you’re heading out to do a BDR or an off road oriented multi day trip, these are awesome. Just expect to need a new rear when you get home lol.
These are the real deal! They have everything needed for a some offroad riding on a heavy bike, I used these for about 700 miles of offroad on the COBDR and they were a great choice. The track very well and keep forward momentum going. There are some cons but nothing you wouldnt expect for a tire like these. 1: They are loud on the road. I drove 700 miles to and from Colorado for this trip and they do get loud on the highway but earplugs work fine to take the level down. 2: They do wear pretty quickly. I am now about 45-50% through the rear tire and have about 2000 miles on it but that is what I expected. They are also a little spendy but hell, they all are these days.Bike I mounted them on is a 2020 BMW R1250GS
The Awake Wild performs incredibly well off road which I expected, but I was surprised how well they handle the asphalt. Not the place you want to use the rubber, but I rode mountain passes in early April with water across the road (I was nervous about ice), twisty sections of road, rain and the Anakee Wild's felt secure in all conditions. I'm on a BMW R1250GSA so lots of weight for the tires to handle. On this set I rode the Colorado BDR, Utah BDR, White Rim and a week in the San Rafael Swell. I will replace the rear tire mid July and I'll keep the front on a bit longer. From my experience I would gladly recommend the Anakee Wild to a friend. Don't expect them to last very long but mine have lasted long enough.
Great off road tires for heavy adventure bike. I put these on my Pan America and traveled 2000 miles about 40% off road. The performance was excellent with the heavy bike in mud, gravel, dirt, water, sand, and pavement in both wet and dry. It rained a couple days and I had no traction issues on the pavement.They will get loud above 55 MPH on the highway after they wear a bit.I expect another 500-1000 miles on the tires before they run out.
Great Tire. Handles well on and off road. After the first 500 miles they ride like street tires. Beak in period take it easy and work them in. Only complaint is tire life. Pictures are after 2000 miles. Only about 100 off road, in the tires defense, they were a very rough 100 off road. Probably get another 1000 out of the back tire, just couldn't handle the punishment. Road miles were fully loaded combo of commuting, transiting between campsites, and mountain twisties. Never felt uncomfortable. Tires saved me on some single track steep hill climbs. (Bike is a '23 triumph tiger rally pro). The anakees handle the road like a street tire after breakin (other than some wobble at 80+). They take the twisties well once you are used to the feel. Any off-road spin wears ... MoreGreat Tire. Handles well on and off road. After the first 500 miles they ride like street tires. Beak in period take it easy and work them in. Only complaint is tire life. Pictures are after 2000 miles. Only about 100 off road, in the tires defense, they were a very rough 100 off road. Probably get another 1000 out of the back tire, just couldn't handle the punishment. Road miles were fully loaded combo of commuting, transiting between campsites, and mountain twisties. Never felt uncomfortable. Tires saved me on some single track steep hill climbs. (Bike is a '23 triumph tiger rally pro). The anakees handle the road like a street tire after breakin (other than some wobble at 80+). They take the twisties well once you are used to the feel. Any off-road spin wears them out extremely fast as in my case. Great tire on and off road, don't know how they would engineer more tire life into them. Trying the Motoz GPS next.
I have a set of front and rear Anakee Wild tires on both my Kawasaki Versys 300, as well as my KLR650.I ride about 80% local roads, and go some weekends to local riding trails and do some loops - those trails are all east coast (US) "in the woods" including creek crossings, easy climbs with mixed rock/sand/clay, etc. I'm a slow offroad rider who doesn't take risks and rides the easy stuff (like I'm not jumping anything) - on both bikes, these tires have been great, with over 3000 miles on the versys set, and a couple hundred on the KLR - both have seen on road, offroad, and rain riding. They are great tires, and while they aren't "dirt bike tire" level offroad, they've dug me out of plenty of muddy/sand creek crossings, have held their own on offroad climbs (not ... MoreI have a set of front and rear Anakee Wild tires on both my Kawasaki Versys 300, as well as my KLR650.I ride about 80% local roads, and go some weekends to local riding trails and do some loops - those trails are all east coast (US) "in the woods" including creek crossings, easy climbs with mixed rock/sand/clay, etc. I'm a slow offroad rider who doesn't take risks and rides the easy stuff (like I'm not jumping anything) - on both bikes, these tires have been great, with over 3000 miles on the versys set, and a couple hundred on the KLR - both have seen on road, offroad, and rain riding. They are great tires, and while they aren't "dirt bike tire" level offroad, they've dug me out of plenty of muddy/sand creek crossings, have held their own on offroad climbs (not hillclimbing, think more dirt fire roads with deep rain ruts, etc), and have been quiet and great for local on road errand running etc. I had some "analysis paralysis" when picking these the first time as i was overhwhelmed with the tire choices out there, and reviews - as a casual, not aggressive rider who rides on and offroad, these are a great tire for me and have worn well, and do the job. If someone wants to better understand the nature of 'offroad' when I mention that - we are largely riding the Hatfield/Mccoy trail system in WV - to give you an idea of what we take these tires on successfully.
Moved from 80/20 tyres on my africa twin 1100 to these, hlwhich are sold as 50/50s.My immediate thought was 'I hate these'.... I had to pull up to check the front hadn't deflated! Wallowy, heavy to turn and pretty unpleasant. It was fine.In the past I've had most of the common dual purpose tyre from TKC 80s & 70s, karoo Street & 3s, trailmax, battleax ax41s, even dunlop 606s etc etc - and I've never experienced this level of vagueness in any of those (which the exception of the 606s.... but they're sold as a 90% offroad endure tyre!!I'm going to play around with the pressures to see if the road manners improve, but the blocks are so soft, I doubt it'll make a 'huge' difference.I wish I'd bought what I knew. Love AX41s and karoo 3s. They feel much better on the ... MoreMoved from 80/20 tyres on my africa twin 1100 to these, hlwhich are sold as 50/50s.My immediate thought was 'I hate these'.... I had to pull up to check the front hadn't deflated! Wallowy, heavy to turn and pretty unpleasant. It was fine.In the past I've had most of the common dual purpose tyre from TKC 80s & 70s, karoo Street & 3s, trailmax, battleax ax41s, even dunlop 606s etc etc - and I've never experienced this level of vagueness in any of those (which the exception of the 606s.... but they're sold as a 90% offroad endure tyre!!I'm going to play around with the pressures to see if the road manners improve, but the blocks are so soft, I doubt it'll make a 'huge' difference.I wish I'd bought what I knew. Love AX41s and karoo 3s. They feel much better on the road and the ax41s are just as good as the michelins off road... because the michelins are really really good off road.I think they're mis-sold and are really more an 80-20 offroad bias tyre....This after about 50 miles
TLDR: Off-road it's just ok 3/5 stars. On road it's unpredictable behavior and tendency to wobble at speeds >70 make it unusable in my opinion 1/5 stars. Average 2/5 stars; your mileage/experience may vary but I cannot recommend the Anakee Wild.I first rode the Anakee Wild on a borrowed Norden 901 and it was fine. Not exceptional, nor terrible. It had decent dirt grip with an acceptable ride to over 100mph on pavement. So I bought one for my KTM 890 Adventure Rally and it did not go well. The only difference between the two bikes is the suspension; I have +30mm or so. On the KTM the tire is fine in dirt, again nothing worth noting. It doesn't washout but it doesn't excel either. On pavement it is surprisingly poor. In turns of 30-40 you will notice you are not ... MoreTLDR: Off-road it's just ok 3/5 stars. On road it's unpredictable behavior and tendency to wobble at speeds >70 make it unusable in my opinion 1/5 stars. Average 2/5 stars; your mileage/experience may vary but I cannot recommend the Anakee Wild.I first rode the Anakee Wild on a borrowed Norden 901 and it was fine. Not exceptional, nor terrible. It had decent dirt grip with an acceptable ride to over 100mph on pavement. So I bought one for my KTM 890 Adventure Rally and it did not go well. The only difference between the two bikes is the suspension; I have +30mm or so. On the KTM the tire is fine in dirt, again nothing worth noting. It doesn't washout but it doesn't excel either. On pavement it is surprisingly poor. In turns of 30-40 you will notice you are not counter steering. This tire requires you to manually turn the bars in the direction of the turn. That's very off putting. At freeway speeds, any small nick in the pavement, ruts, wash off a semi, side wind, or rapid acceleration upsets the tire and sends it into a wobble. Forget passing a semi at 85, it's terrifying. I thought the Motoz Rallz front tire was wobbly at high speed but this is worse. Everything on my bike checks out, rear wheel is aligned, forks are straight, wheels balanced, front wheel bearings good, steering damper working correctly, no pillion, no load. The Mitas EO7 I replaced with the Anakee was stable well into triple digits under all conditions. I broke in the Anakee with about 100 miles of dirt and 150 of pavement and it still wobbled like mad at speed.Given the price of this tire I would expect better. It pains me to throw away money but I'm taking it off and giving it away after only 250 miles. Your mileage/experience may vary but I cannot recommend the Anakee Wild.
I bought a set of these tires for a BMW GS1200. They were squirmy on the pavement compared to other 50/50 tires I've used. I took them off after a few weeks after I had enough. The sidewalls and carcass just felt too thin for a heavy ADV. Called Michelin to complain. They looked up my bike bike and said "NOT RECOMMENDED FOR BMW R1200 GS". I wish I would have called them first. I do believe they would be a great tire on a smaller cc bike or use off road only. They did great off road, but so do many other tires that work ok on the pavement. These are dangerous on the pavement when coupled to a larger bike.
Anakee Wild met expectations as a premium tire. Expensive, but performed well. Fitted a pair to a Moto Guzzi V85TT for a 2,600 km ride from Phoenix to Mexicos Copper Canyon. Route was 95% asphalt, but the coarse tread of the Wild was necessary for the difficult leg from Choix to Batopilas. Provided good traction in sand & rock. Traction & wear on asphalt was surprisingly good for such an off-road oriented tire. Lots of life left in the tires following this trip. No wet weather encountered, so wet evaluation not available.
