Modern technologies to make the most of your classic bike Silica Rain Technology (SRT) allow for excellent wet grip Bias-belted technology and bias casing supported by two crown plies allow great stability when cornering and straight-line stability Blackwall Tubeless (TL) H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph; V-rated for speeds up to 149 mph.
Modern technologies to make the most of your classic bike Silica Rain Technology (SRT) allow for excellent wet grip Bias-belted technology and bias casing supported by two crown plies allow great stability when cornering and straight-line stability Blackwall Tubeless (TL) H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph; V-rated for speeds up to 149 mph.
Modern technologies to make the most of your classic bike Silica Rain Technology (SRT) allow for excellent wet grip Bias-belted technology and bias casing supported by two crown plies allow great stability when cornering and straight-line stability Blackwall Tubeless (TL) H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph; V-rated for speeds up to 149 mph.
Modern technologies to make the most of your classic bike Silica Rain Technology (SRT) allow for excellent wet grip Bias-belted technology and bias casing supported by two crown plies allow great stability when cornering and straight-line stability Blackwall Tubeless (TL) H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph; V-rated for speeds up to 149 mph.
Last updated at 03/21/2026 11:34:56
Michelin Road Classic Tires
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Michelin Road Classic Rear Tire - 130/90-17 Motorcycle Street Bike (v)
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originally posted on fortnine.ca
I bought a set of road classics to replace the stock Ceat tires when I got a rear flat. I have been told that the Ceat tires are made in India Perelli's and seemed adequate. When I switched to these road classics I couldn't believe the difference. It now beggs to be leaned in to the twisties and doesn't follow the tar snakes anymore. My only complaint is a slight pulsation in the rear tire. I believe that this is due to the tire being slightly out of round which my mechanic showed me on the wheel truing stand. It's very slight and only noticeable at highway cruising of 80-100 Km.
originally posted on revzilla.com
I bought three sets of 19" front and 18" rear tires for 3 BMW R90 restorations. All 3 rear tires refused to seat properly. Different wheels, but each tire didn't pop out all the way at exactly the same location on the tire. Deflate, lubricate, rotate the tire on the rim, inflate and still no joy. About 12"right at the Michelin imprint on each side.of the wheels refused to inflate..even with 100lb. Never had this happen before..and on 3 different wheels and 3 different tires.First time with Michelin after 30 years with Metzler Lasertech..but Metzler doesn't make the 18" bias rear tires for classic BMWs anymore.
originally posted on revzilla.com
At the recommendation of RevZilla chat support I bought a set of these for my 2002 GS500 to replace a 9 year old set of Bridgestone Battleaxes. I've only put about 70 miles on them so far hence my 4 star review. I don't feel I can give 5 stars until I have the tires past the break in point. So far these are excellent. In the wet PNW we have scummy roads all over the place and the bike feels much more confident in turns and just riding in general. They seem to offer a softer ride then the previous tires did, but they were also 9 years old and in someone's garage doing god knows what. I will update this review as time goes on. These tires are expensive but I am a big proponent of spending money on things that go between you and the ground. Tires, Shoes, beds etc. ... MoreAt the recommendation of RevZilla chat support I bought a set of these for my 2002 GS500 to replace a 9 year old set of Bridgestone Battleaxes. I've only put about 70 miles on them so far hence my 4 star review. I don't feel I can give 5 stars until I have the tires past the break in point. So far these are excellent. In the wet PNW we have scummy roads all over the place and the bike feels much more confident in turns and just riding in general. They seem to offer a softer ride then the previous tires did, but they were also 9 years old and in someone's garage doing god knows what. I will update this review as time goes on. These tires are expensive but I am a big proponent of spending money on things that go between you and the ground. Tires, Shoes, beds etc. Also, they look pretty hot on my bike, imo. Tread life is 3/5 since I don't know yet.
Michelin Road Classic Tires
Delivery between Thu – Fri $85.19
Michelin Road Classic Rear Tire - 130/90-17 Motorcycle Street Bike (v)
Free delivery
Affiliate Disclosure: We may receive a small commission for purchases made through this link at no extra cost to you. This helps support our site. Thank you!
I bought a set of road classics to replace the stock Ceat tires when I got a rear flat. I have been told that the Ceat tires are made in India Perelli's and seemed adequate. When I switched to these road classics I couldn't believe the difference. It now beggs to be leaned in to the twisties and doesn't follow the tar snakes anymore. My only complaint is a slight pulsation in the rear tire. I believe that this is due to the tire being slightly out of round which my mechanic showed me on the wheel truing stand. It's very slight and only noticeable at highway cruising of 80-100 Km.
I bought three sets of 19" front and 18" rear tires for 3 BMW R90 restorations. All 3 rear tires refused to seat properly. Different wheels, but each tire didn't pop out all the way at exactly the same location on the tire. Deflate, lubricate, rotate the tire on the rim, inflate and still no joy. About 12"right at the Michelin imprint on each side.of the wheels refused to inflate..even with 100lb. Never had this happen before..and on 3 different wheels and 3 different tires.First time with Michelin after 30 years with Metzler Lasertech..but Metzler doesn't make the 18" bias rear tires for classic BMWs anymore.
At the recommendation of RevZilla chat support I bought a set of these for my 2002 GS500 to replace a 9 year old set of Bridgestone Battleaxes. I've only put about 70 miles on them so far hence my 4 star review. I don't feel I can give 5 stars until I have the tires past the break in point. So far these are excellent. In the wet PNW we have scummy roads all over the place and the bike feels much more confident in turns and just riding in general. They seem to offer a softer ride then the previous tires did, but they were also 9 years old and in someone's garage doing god knows what. I will update this review as time goes on. These tires are expensive but I am a big proponent of spending money on things that go between you and the ground. Tires, Shoes, beds etc. ... MoreAt the recommendation of RevZilla chat support I bought a set of these for my 2002 GS500 to replace a 9 year old set of Bridgestone Battleaxes. I've only put about 70 miles on them so far hence my 4 star review. I don't feel I can give 5 stars until I have the tires past the break in point. So far these are excellent. In the wet PNW we have scummy roads all over the place and the bike feels much more confident in turns and just riding in general. They seem to offer a softer ride then the previous tires did, but they were also 9 years old and in someone's garage doing god knows what. I will update this review as time goes on. These tires are expensive but I am a big proponent of spending money on things that go between you and the ground. Tires, Shoes, beds etc. Also, they look pretty hot on my bike, imo. Tread life is 3/5 since I don't know yet.
I usually run Pirelli sport demons on my vintage bikes. Recently I wanted to to try this on a 79 Suzuki GS 1000 I restored. I was so surprised how well they performed. Rock solid stability at high speeds around 100mph. Cornering is excellent as well. I have to run tubes in this tire and Michelin said it was no problem. Pirelli would not tell me yes or no if it was ok to run a tube in there vintage tire. I do like the tread pattern "look" of the Pirelli, the Road Classics look like the Avon Road Riders. Anyway Michelin said it was new, I really like the tire, the fact I can run a tube inside is a plus.
The Michelin Road Classics are very nice tires for an older machine that uses bias ply tires. Mine are mounted on my 1983 Moto Guzzi SP. The handling is very neutral with great transition in and out of turns. Confident feel with good breaking. I can't speak about mileage as yet, but I do most of my riding in the Appalachian Mountains and rarely get mope than 7-8000 out of any tire I've had on my SP.
These are the best tires I have ever purchased for my vintage Yamaha, and I have been riding it for 45 years. It is great to enjoy the corners without waiting for the tires to break loose. The "pucker factor" went from maximum to minimum. Like most things in life; you get what you pay for.
Just an FYI to folks ordering the Michelin Road Classics. I installed a set on my 2016 (air Cooled) Triumph T-100 and the front end vibrates now at 45-55mph. Shop has rebalanced it 4 times. Called Michelin about a defective tire and they told me that tire isn't in their database for my year Triumph and shouldn't be using it... huh?? It is the correct size as original. He couldn't give me any more info and said I should contact Triumph about it. I was a a dealership and notice that all the new 2024 T-100's have the Road Classics installed from the factory. Is Michelin just passing the buck? Just beware if you want these for a T-100.
I recently replace a well know German motorcycle tire that had moved their production to China with Michelin Road Classics. I think you know which manufacturer I'm talking about. The quality had greatly declined and the Michelins are great in the wet and cornering. These are for my 1985 BMW R80RT. Don't know how long they will last, but I'm pretty easy on tires. Michelin is my new tire of choice.
Beware-Got a new set of these installed on my Triumph T-100. The front now has a vibration that comes and goes every 2 seconds at 45-55 mph. Had it to the shop 4 times to re-balance, replace tube, rotate tire 180 degrees, check rim, steering bearings etc. Still has a vibration. Mechanic said you may have a defective tire? Triumph Rat forum has a lot of bad front tire stories, not always Michelin but many brands which tells me that I may have the same problem??
After wearing three sets of the no longer available pilot activ model, I felt confident buying the new improved road classics. I've been happy with street and mountain road performance, they hold the road well. However, this new tire did not perform as well as my Pilot Activs for local CA grooved freeway riding. After 1K miles, the squirrely front end feeling which this tire displays when ridden on grooved freeway pavement has me ready to trade the front tire for the new continental. This 100/90/19 Road Classic will soon be removed as the front tire for my 1983 BMW R100
