Michelin Pilot Activ tires !!!

FearedGS500 · March 28, 2007, 10:27:24 AM

all i can say is WOW i just put a set on my bike and man .. talk about glue and traction ! when i just move and put more weight on my left or ride side the bike just tends to dart that way ( not in a way it would harm me ) and man when you go to take a corner you better be ready . these tires will comment and stick its line . i have not had a chance to test them all the way out yet ( still not done with my 100 mile break in ) but let me tell you .. i'm in love ...... kinda like i was with my yokohama's i put on my car for the first time

think i found my new tire !

dgyver · March 28, 2007, 12:20:11 PM

They are the improved replacement of the Macadam. Nice to see other options in a modern tire.

FearedGS500 · March 28, 2007, 05:06:36 PM

never had the macs. ... eather way .. man i put these guys to the test today ( not a big one .. not yet at least

) but man they hold very very well !!!

dgyver · March 28, 2007, 05:48:50 PM

Neither have I. All the reviews have been positive and very kind to them. All the Michelin motorcycle tires I have used have been great. I may try them on my g/f's bike next time.

Trwhouse · March 28, 2007, 05:59:46 PM

Hi there,
I have the Michelin Macadams on my 1991 GS500 and I have written glowing comments about them for more than a year.
They are fabulous.
I'll be buying another set of Michelins when these are worn out -- and if the Macadams are phased out it looks like Pilot Activs might be the best choice at that time.
Best wishes,
Todd

iv76erson03 · March 28, 2007, 09:22:48 PM

i was looking at getting these tires too eventually. Anyone have a report on the tread life on these? I like to get something that lasts for a decent amount of time.

Hey feared, you done a MPG test on them yet?

Tafran · March 29, 2007, 12:15:21 AM

I have the Michelin Pilot Activ tires on my GS, for about 4000KM.
And I'm pleased whit them, the only bad thing i have to say about them, It's alot of time for front tire to warm up.

dgyver · March 29, 2007, 04:02:49 AM

Quote from: Tafran on March 29, 2007, 12:15:21 AM
.... the only bad thing i have to say about them, It's alot of time for front tire to warm up.

That is common with Michelin mtc tires, includiing slicks.

FearedGS500 · March 29, 2007, 04:44:43 AM

nope not yet

they only have about 100 miles on them so far ... but when this take is about out i'll be sure to let you know

its bound to be better then what i was getting . i wore the middle of my tire out

stupid highway riding ! but i really do like these tires . i have yet to feel it slide underme so far . i know its coming .. but they feel much better then the bridgestones that where on it . and i liked my stones

thatguy1025 · March 29, 2007, 07:12:50 AM

Those tires rock !!!!! My last set lasted about 13,000 miles I even had them on at deals gap last year. My seccond set lasted a trip from the fla to cali and back with no problems.

FearedGS500 · March 29, 2007, 09:03:14 PM

these tires do great in the rain ! talk about tire spray . its great

galahs · January 28, 2008, 09:26:52 PM

I just got myself a pair of Pilot Activs in stock sizes for my GS

The front 110/70/17 weighs 4.5kg

The rear 130/70/17 weighs 6kg

I'll fit them over the next few days, so expect a full report.

ohgood · January 29, 2008, 04:26:04 AM

lazarus, arise !

Those might be something for my gs this year. Any of you have a long-term update, since you've had some time on them now ?

simon79 · January 29, 2008, 04:51:52 AM

Quote from: galahs on January 28, 2008, 09:26:52 PM
I just got myself a pair of Pilot Activs in stock sizes for my GS

The front 110/17/70 weighs 4.5kg

The rear 130/70/17 weighs 6kg

I'll fit them over the next few days, so expect a full report.

Ditto.
Got them a few days ago, I'm still in break-in phase (70 kms on them so far).

GSRider · January 29, 2008, 04:58:13 AM

Can anybody do a back to back comparison of the Activ's Vs. Sport Demons?

galahs · February 13, 2008, 12:41:21 AM

I took the Pilot Activs for their first ride today and so far so good.

The radius of the tyre allows for nice progressive roll into corners.

Once I do a few more k's on them to scrub them in, I'll let you know more, but so far so good.

galahs · February 17, 2008, 08:00:45 PM

Once the greasiness of the new tyres was scrubbed of, these tyres have done nothing but bring a smile to my face.

Very very sticky, very predictable in cornering. I'm finding I can take a sharper line into corners with these tyres compared to the BT-45's and they give reassuring feedback throughout.

It feels like a new level of drive ability has been given to the bike.

I'll give more feedback as I ride them through their lifespan. But so far, three thumbs up!

simon79 · March 03, 2008, 03:05:18 AM

I think I can give a feedback about my Pilot Activ's, too.
Especially now, after 700-something kms and the break-in period is long gone.
I went for a nice ride (riding season inauguration

) yesterday with a friend of mine, 180 kms through the hills, twisty roads and to the seaside.
My new rubbers kept up very well, I'm overall satisfied and would recommend them so far.
We rode through a couple mountain passes, we even found fog on top

and the roads leading there were kinda wet, but I always felt confident with my bike. Great improvement with respect to my hard old tyres.

PS:
Countersteering is your friend.

simon79 · May 12, 2008, 09:56:40 AM

New update.
Yesterday I had the chance to test ride my 2600 km (1600 mi) old Pilot Activs in the rain that caught me.

Very good indeed.

I rode at a reduced speed of course (90 km/h - 55 mph max), but in no moment I could feel my tyres slide, even though the road was soaking wet.

Good stability, firm grip.

Side note: I made it home nice and dry except for my feet (minor problem), my Sidi rainsuit + gloves cover handled it excellently.

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