MICHELIN REVIEW & ROADTEST. POWER CUP2, GP2, AND POWER 6, BMW S1000XR, TUONO 1000R, YAMAHA MT-10

MAESTRO DESCRIBES AND TESTS THE MICHELIN SUPERSPORT PRODUCT LINE, POWER CUP 2, POWER GP2, AND POWER 6. Michelin’s Power series of high-performance motorcycle tires is built for riders who demand precision, grip, and track-day readiness. Each model caters to different levels of street vs. track use Power Cup 2 Purpose: Designed primarily for track use (~90%), with just enough tread to be street-legal Michelin Man Michelin . Tech Highlights: 2CT+ (rear) and 2CT (front) dual compound for longevity and shoulder grip Michelin . Synthetic component technology enables ultra-quick warm-up, mimicking slicks Michelin . Tire Pressure: Cold (min): Front ~30.5 psi, Rear ~21.8 psi. Hot (after laps): Front ~34.8 psi, Rear ~24.7 psi Michelin michelin.com.au . User Reviews: Riders rave about its “phenomenal” grip and track confidence—e.g., “grip is like riding on rails” for canyon and track use Michelin Man . Longevity is decent for track-focused tires—around 3 to 600 miles on track Michelin Man . UK and Australia reviews echo excellent track behavior and fast warm-up Michelin michelin.com.au . Power GP2 Purpose: A balanced 50/50 street-track tire—ideal for daily riding and occasional track days Motorcyclist Motorcycle News . Tech Highlights: Dual-compound build: carbon black on shoulders for grip; silica center for durability & wet grip Motorcyclist Motorcycle News . Modified tread pattern—less tread on sidewalls—for greater lean grip. Improvements over predecessor (Power GP): up to 15% better in dry grip, wet grip, durability, and handling Motorcyclist . Tire Pressure: Cold: Front ~30.5 psi, Rear ~27.5 psi Michelin Man michelin.com.au . Rider Feedback: Strong praise for dry grip, wet road competence, and longevity (e.g., 8,000 km on an MT-10) Michelin Man . MCN review calls it perfect for sporty summer riding, with warm-up in 1–2 laps and great feel at the limit Motorcycle News . Reddit sees it as a step up from Power 6—“trust the GP2 more on track” Reddit +1 . Power 6 Purpose: The most road-oriented among the three—more mileage, broad riding range. Comparison: Positioned below GP2 and Cup 2 in Michelin's lineup, with wider operating range but less extreme grip Two Tyres - Discount motorcycle tyres . Community Feedback: Riders report good mileage but consider GP2 notably better on track—offering improved handling and grip progression