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Michelin Anakee Adventure Motorcycle Tire

$223.95 $286.95
SKU: 87-92862

Bring in your wheel off the bike to receive free mount & balance. 

  • New silica tread compounds provide tremendous wet grip for added confidence on slippery wet roads
  • MICHELIN Bridge Block Technology™ introduced on MICHELIN® Anakee Wild tires combined with MICHELIN 2CT+ Technology™ in the rear tire provides a new level of on-road stability
  • The optimized profile combined with all-new tread pattern and MICHELIN 2CT compounds are designed to provide precise handling and long-lasting performance
  • The fully grooved geometric tread pattern is designed to deliver uncompromising traction off-road

What we think:

A rider should consider the Michelin Anakee Adventure motorcycle tire if they want a versatile 80/20 ADV tire(80% road / 20% off-road) that performs well in a wide range of street conditions—including wet weather—while still offering light off-road capability for gravel and dirt roads.


✅ Why Choose the Michelin Anakee Adventure:

  1. Excellent Road Performance

    • Designed for ADV and touring bikes that spend most of their time on the road, it offers great dry and wet grip, stability, and predictable cornering.

  2. Confident Wet Weather Grip

    • Uses Michelin’s 2CT (dual compound) and 2CT+ tech, giving a soft rubber compound on the sides for grip and a harder center for durability—even in wet conditions.

  3. Light Off-Road Capability

    • While not a true dirt tire, it handles gravel, hard-packed trails, and forest roads with decent traction thanks to its semi-blocky tread pattern.

  4. High-Speed Touring Stability

    • Great for heavier ADV bikes like the BMW R1250GS or Africa Twin at highway speeds—stable, quiet, and durable.

  5. Long-Lasting Tread Life

    • Thanks to dual-compound rubber and strong construction, it holds up well under loaded touring and long-distance travel.


⚔️ Comparison with Competing 80/20 ADV Tires:

Feature Michelin Anakee Adventure Metzeler Tourance Next 2 Bridgestone Battlax Adventure A41 Continental TrailAttack 3
On-Road Grip (Dry) ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Wet Grip ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐½ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½
Off-Road Performance ⭐⭐½ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐ ⭐⭐½
Tread Life ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐½ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐
Touring Comfort ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐⭐ ⭐⭐⭐½
Warm-Up Time Fast Moderate Fast Fast

🏁 Bottom Line:

Choose the Michelin Anakee Adventure if you:

  • Spend most of your time on the street but occasionally explore unpaved roads

  • Ride a midweight or heavyweight ADV bike

  • Want confidence in wet weather and stability during highway touring


🛠️ Alternative Recommendations:

  • Metzeler Tourance Next 2: Slightly better for spirited road riding and longer tread life; less effective off-road.

  • Bridgestone A41: Balanced all-rounder with quick warm-up; marginally weaker in the wet.

  • Continental TrailAttack 3: More agile handling, especially for twisty roads, but not as durable under heavy loads.

In short, the Michelin Anakee Adventure is a top choice for adventure-touring riders who prioritize road performance but want the flexibility to take the occasional scenic detour off the pavement.