Michelin Pilot Power 2CT review

“I still use good old pilot power 2ct, cheap but enough grip for most riding. Big reason I do 't go for sm2's (for example), is I also go on trips with it and trough rain occasionally. They will wear to quickly.”

2026-10-03

“Pilot Power 2CT I've got my first track day of the season coming up and it's going to be the first time on track with my new to me RC51. It currently has a pair of Pilot Power 2CTs on it with a lot of life still left in them. What are realistic expectations for these tires on track? I've done 3 track days so far, 2 of which were on Roadsmart 3s (I took my daily) and in the later sessions I was finding the limit of the rear tire.”

2021-03-27

“Originally Posted By: Jim 5 Originally Posted By: Redline955 I've had 4 sets of Sportecs on my speed Triple. first the M1, then 2 sets of the M3's. A great tire in all conditions, but the rear would barely last 5000 miles. I have a set of the Michelin Pilot Road 2's on there, and will see how long they last. But Metzeler's are a very good tire. I had a Sprint ST 955i. The best tires I used on it were Pilot Roads. Great performance and wear. The road 2s should be even better. You did well to get 5000 miles on the back tire of a litre bike. My last back tire on my K1200S was good for 3,800km (about 2,400 miles). I'm about 4,000 kilometers into a set of Pilot Power 2CTs and they still look good. I've also got a set of pilot road 2's that are ready to be put on. I think the mileage on the Sportec M3 rear was closer to 4,000 miles. Still pretty good mileage. I could get the fronts to last through 2 rears! I have some fast friends who love the Road 2. No problems with grip on the street. I'm looking forward to a whole season without a tire change!”

2011-03-16

“Nathan is right. I run 32 in both when at the track. they hold well at novice and intermediate levels.”

“Good tires, good report. 38psi is ok but a tad high for a middle weight 400 pound sport bike. High end 39-42psi pressures are more appropriate for heavy +600 pounds sport-touring bikes. Have you experimented with other pressures in the 32-37 psi range? Maybe try and see how it feels. If you like the feel of 38psi that's good too.”

2009-08-03

“Along with this info from exskibum, I called Michelin and spoke with a tech. He said the C2 will work great on an FJR and I would not have to worry about sidewall flex from the size of the bike and rider. The only drawback of this tire over the "roads" is the longevity. and ofcourse YMMV but could prob expect 4-5k on the C2 and 8-10 k on the "roads". I will post later if I put the C2 on”

2006-10-30