Michelin Desert Race Motorcycle Tire

The Michelin Desert Race is a high-performance off-road tire designed for desert racing, hard enduro, and extreme terrain riding. Built to tackle loose sand, rocky trails, and harsh environments, this tire combines aggressive tread patterns with durable compounds to deliver traction, stability, and longevity in demanding conditions.

Key features include large, widely spaced knobs that provide excellent self-cleaning to prevent mud and sand buildup, and reinforced sidewalls engineered to resist punctures and abrasions during aggressive riding. The tire’s construction balances weight and durability, making it suitable for competitive desert racers and serious trail riders alike.

NOTE: When used with a Bib Mousse, it is no longer considered DOT approved.

Features:

• Aggressive, deep tread with widely spaced knobs for superior traction in sand and loose dirt
• Excellent durability, even in high temperatures.
  
• Exceptional stability under braking, with strong lean-angle grip when accelerating.
• Reinforced sidewalls for enhanced puncture and cut resistance
• Casing engineered to reduce operating temperature and improve tire life.
• DOT-compliant, so you don’t have to trailer your bike to the trails.

Sizing:

• 140/80-18 - 70R

Sizing Note:

• Michelin tire size 140/80x18 = 120/100x18 Conventional sizing.

Recommended for riders who demand maximum grip and durability in sandy, rocky, and challenging, high speed off-road conditions. Recommended for desert racers, hard enduro competitors, and adventure riders tackling harsh terrain.