Best S Motocross Tires in 2026

Maximum confidence, in wet and dry conditions mile after mile

#1 for Wet Grip on the Road - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds*

Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes

Champion on wet surfaces especially when braking, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire provides versatility and longevity.

Increased Stability for GT Motorcycles - Thanks to novel MICHELIN 2AT Technology, you’ll feel totally safe on straight stretches and curves alike with your GT, even when heavily loaded, whether alone or with a passenger. Equipped with a revolutionary architecture providing firmness and comfort, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 GT tire is perfect for long trips.

XST+ Technology Providing for Superb Braking on Wet Surfaces - Thanks to its new XST+ sipe technology, the MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tire boasts a 17% shorter braking time on wet surfaces than its nearest rival*, and 24% shorter times on extremely slippery wet surfaces such as white traffic lines and pedestrian crossings.

Maximum confidence, in wet and dry conditions mile after mile

#1 for Wet Grip on the Road - MICHELIN Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented MICHELIN XST Evo siping and our latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds*

Even after 3,500 miles, MICHELIN Road 5 tires stop as short as new MICHELIN Pilot Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary MICHELIN XST Evo sipes

Tread designs for the Michelin StarCross 5 range of tires improve performance across a multitude of applications. The intermediate and side tread blocks ensure good steering response from the front tire and traction from the rear. The central blocks are designed specifically to enhance braking performance and traction on all types of riding surfaces.

The casing design incorporates stronger, higher density materials that reduce weight up to 15 percent without compromising strength or durability. The casing construction also features Michelin’s Comfort Casing Technology (CCT), which provides exceptional shock absorption that reduces rider fatigue.

The Michelin StarCross 5 Soft rear tire features "Mud-Phobic Bars", which also enhance tire cleaning to prevent soil from building up and reducing traction.

Real Moto GP technology from the tire company that has won 15 consecutive GPWorld Championships.

20% softer rubber mix on the edges of the tread yields phenomenal cornering grip.

Unprecedented lean angles: 51.2 degrees in the dry on Michelin’s test track.

The second iteration of the Parker DT was developed in BAJA to get through the nastiest conditions on Earth.

ML16- Uni-directional rear-only configuration provides excellent water channeling for wet weather performance; intended for combination with ML17 front.

Original Equipment on Honda CN250 Helix

New Hybrid Hard Enduro / Extreme single track trail tires find traction in the most extreme conditions

Best of both worlds, soft sticky rubber compound like the Trail Pro trials tire in knobby tread patterns to work in a wider variety of soil conditions

Where the Trials tire falls short in braking and lose soil conditions, the 505/525 Cheaters bridge that gap to make them the Ultimate Hybrid off-road tires

Kenda K760 Trak Master II Rear Tire

Dunlop developed their Geomax MX33 dirt bike tire with the help of top Motocross pros.

As a result, the all-new MX33 is the new industry standard for riding a soft-to-intermediate terrain tire on your dirt bike.

Dunlop's innovative new technologies incorporated into the Geomax MX33 tire offer superior grip, slide control, bump absorption and enhanced durability.

Dunlop developed their Geomax MX33 dirt bike tire with the help of top Motocross pros.

As a result, the all-new MX33 is the new industry standard for riding a soft-to-intermediate terrain tire on your dirt bike.

Dunlop's innovative new technologies incorporated into the Geomax MX33 tire offer superior grip, slide control, bump absorption and enhanced durability.

Uni-directional pattern for reliable performance on dry and wet surfaces.

Self-cleaning tread blocks still give a traction edge for muddy and loose terrains.

1 front tire & 1 rear tire set.

Soft/Intermediate terrain motocross and off-road racing tire.

Strategically designed to provide great traction in soft terrain but also transitions well to harder surfaces

Next generation to the ever-popular Millville tire

Designed for soft to intermediate terrain

Unique dual rotation tread pattern

Rear tires feature cooling fin for better heat dispersion

Ultimate choice for mid-soft off-road use

The X series full size tires feature new front and rear tread patterns with a reinforced bridged knob pattern for increased lateral bite and stability

compatible with Mini sizes (J) keep the same tread pattern with a new sidewall/carcass design for improved performance for mid-soft to mid-hard terrain applications

Feature high durability and consistence performance

Developed on the race track with professional riders in top motocross competitions, the X20 features new Castle Block technology and a pattern layout proven to dramatically increase traction, cornering grip and the tires working range

Specially designed compound increases durability in rocky or desert conditions by reducing chipping and cutting

Stiffer carcass design minimizes flex, reducing the chance of pinched tubes

Tall knob design improves traction

Developed during Grand National Cross Country series

Race proven rubber compound delivers excellent traction in soft/intermediate condition

Anti-flex knob bridges on side lugs offer solid straight line stability and enhance grip for aggressive cornering

Bridgestone X30 Intermediate Terrain Rear Tire

See fitment guide image for additional Machines this item fits. Front tire now features Block-In-A-Block technology to aid in linear tracking and improved steering

Altered Block-In-A-Block shape on the rear increases surface area of the rear block, while additional tread angles enhance grip, stability and slide control

Front and rear tires include new tie bars that connect each knob, improving durability by reducing flex at the base of the knobs

WHATEVER the Terrain...

Following an extensive three-year development and testing program, Michelin has launched the new StarCross 5 range of off-road / motocross tires that deliver high performance in a wide array of conditions.

The new StarCross 5 line introduces Michelin's latest technologies for one of the most exciting and competitive two-wheel segments.

Unique knob design offers exceptional traction and handling in a wide variety of conditions

Advanced rubber compound enhances straight-line traction for maximum control

Reinforced sidewall offers excellent stability and torque-wrenching performance

Double-curved tread design with deep knobs provides excellent grip for increased traction

Reinforced construction with extra nylon provides strength and reduces crush damage

Reinforced knobs provide increased stability and resistance to punctures