20% greater tread life than earlier Michelin bias-ply tires with significantly-improved wet and dry grip due to increased rubber contact with road and new rubber mix. This tire provides optimum performance throughout its life and sets a new standard for bias-ply sport touring tires. Perfect for older bikes. H-rated for speeds up to 130 mph or V-rated for speeds up to 149 mph.
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12/19/2011 (5 of 5 customers found this review helpful) - Durable
- Good Cornering
- Good in the wet
- Good Ride
- Versatile
- Warms up fast
12/18/2012 (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful) 4.0Nice tire, hard to install. - Motorsports:
- Motorcycle Enthusiast
5/6/2010 (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful) 5.0Michelin Pilot Activ Rear Tire By GerryPel from Undisclosed 5/27/2013 4.0Great tires for an older bike By Airhead Rider from North Carolina - Durable
- Good Cornering
- Good Ride
Q: is this a good choice to replace original 4.00 H18 on my 1977 Honda 550K? what about for the front 3.25 H19? I'm in southern california. Asked on 12/28/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for the question. These are great tires. Just put these on my 83' GS550. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you by contacting us by email at Sales@bikebandit.com, Live Chat or by phone at 888-339-3888. We are more than happy to help. Answered on 12/31/2012 by Anonymous
Q: Can I use these tires on a spoke wheel with a tube? Asked on 9/22/2012 by Brian from Byrdstown, TN Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thank you for your question. Yes this Michelin Pilot Activ tire can be installed with a tube. Please let us know if there is anything else we can do for you by contacting us by email at Sales@bikebandit.com, Live Chat or by phone toll free at 888-339-3888. We are more than happy to help. Answered on 9/24/2012 by Anonymous
Q: I am considering Michelin Pilot Activ tires for my 1982 BMW R65. The owner's manual says I should use a 4.00-10 on the rear wheel and the Michelin fitment chart says I should use a 120/90-18. What is the difference and which should I use? I plan on using a 90/90-18 on the front. Asked on 8/3/2012 by John McC from East Coast Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thank you for your question. The differance is standard and metric measurements. The conversion chart says you can use 110/90 or 120/90 by 18. Please call us for further assistance at 1-888-339-3888. Answered on 8/8/2012 by Anonymous
Q: Need front and rear tires for a 82 Honda interstate 1100.What michelin tires will match up?Will the pilot activ rear 120/90-18 work as a front tire? Asked on 7/29/2012 by Tom Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for your question! For more information and in order to insure proper fitment please give us a call 1-888-339-3888. Answered on 7/30/2012 by Anonymous
Q: I am having Apache 160 hyperedge of model 2010. I don't know this size is correct or not please help me. Asked on 7/19/2012 by loyola from tamilnadu, India Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for your question! Unfortunately we do not have tire size information for your machine. We do not carry parts for this brand machine so we would not have tire fitment information offered to us. You may want to check with a local dealer or the internet for the correct size. Answered on 7/19/2012 by Anonymous
Q: I have a 2008 kawasaki ex 500, and of all the michelin tires i have chosen they either have the front, or the rear in the right size, but not both. I am wondering if it would be ok to run the michelin pilot activ for the rear and a michelin pilot road 3 in the front? Asked on 7/15/2012 by Logan from Eagle, NE Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thank you for your Question! This would be a matter be by calling in 1-888-339-3888 Answered on 7/15/2012 by Anonymous
Q: my 93 goldwing take a 130 70 18 size front tire but this tire(130/70/18) is saying its for rear-- can this tire be put on the front of my bike and have no problems Asked on 6/23/2012 by kc from macon ga Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for your question! This is not recommended to put the wrong side tires on the opposite sides. Answered on 7/3/2012 by Anonymous
Q: I own a 1979 CB 750-F Super Sport Honda. I need to replace the tires. I know what size the rear tire is (120-90-18H) (ME 88). The front tire is an ME33 with the the markings on that tire are an MJ-90-19-H. What does the MJ in metric size mean? I like the Michelin Pilot Activ but am not sure what size to put on the front. Can anyone help. Asked on 6/13/2012 by Ferd from Denver, CO Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for your question! A MJ90 is a 90/90 metric size. Answered on 6/26/2012 by Anonymous
Q: i have a kaw 1976 kz 900 current tires are front 3.5h-19 rear 4.0 h-18 what size is best or options on this product Asked on 2/5/2012 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for your question! The front tire size you will need is 100/90-19 and for the rear you will need 110-90-18. Answered on 2/6/2012 by Anonymous
Q: Can I use this tire with a tube? Asked on 11/28/2011 by Anonymous Know the answer? Answer this question 1 answer A: Thanks for writing in! You are able to use a tube with a tubeless tire. Answered on 11/29/2011 by Anonymous
Specifications and Options
| Brand |
Michelin |
| Front / Rear |
Front, Rear |
| Tube / Tubeless |
Tubeless |
| Rim Size |
19, 18, 17, 16 |
| Shipping Restrictions |
Tire |
| Tire Size |
90/90-18, 100/90-18, 100/90-19, 110/70-17, 110/80-17, 110/80-18, 110/90-18, 120/70-17, 120/80-16, 120/90-18, 130/70-17, 130/70-18, 130/80-17, 130/80-18, 130/90-17, 140/70-17, 140/80-17, 150/70-17, 3.25-19, 4.00-18 |
| Bias / Radial |
Bias Ply |
| Sidewall |
Blackwall |
| Load Index |
51, 54, 56, 57, 58, 60, 61, 62, 63, 64, 65, 66, 68, 69 |
| Speed Rating |
H, V |
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