[Tim86]

I've chosen to get the road 6's despite what I read here and I find them awesome. The only time it kind of leans to the left is when on cruise control and not holding the handlebars at all, but the anakee adventures did the same, not extreme, but enough so I can't ride without putting at least 1 finger on handlebars. Cornering; awesome, grip; awesome, noise; so much better than the anakee adventure. If there was a production issue, I dont have them on my set. Production date is 0423 I'm taking the bike for a trackday next monday, I'll update my post how they held up.

 

[Quattroa4m]

I've chosen to get the road 6's despite what I read here and I find them awesome. The only time it kind of leans to the left is when on cruise control and not holding the handlebars at all, but the anakee adventures did the same, not extreme, but enough so I can't ride without putting at least 1 finger on handlebars. Cornering; awesome, grip; awesome, noise; so much better than the anakee adventure. If there was a production issue, I dont have them on my set. Production date is 0423 I'm taking the bike for a trackday next monday, I'll update my post how they held up.

You learn something everyday.

I've never had a bike/tires that required either hand to keep it from pulling to one side or the other

 

[bosnjo]

You learn something everyday.

I've never had a bike/tires that required either hand to keep it from pulling to one side or the other

Me neither !!

 

[IslandFalconer]

I’m a big fan of continental road tires, I have the Sport Attack 4 on my R9T and ran previous versions on my bikes. They make great tires, I’ve never had anything bad to say about them.

 

[G37]

Same issue for my bike: new Road 6 fitted and very strong pull to the left. Tried with cruise control at different speeds, same result. I have to balance the bike by moving my entire body to the right, totally outside the seat, head aligned with right mirror. Without cruise control, with engine braking, the move to the left is even more violent: it slowly changes the direction to the left (in first 3 meters) then totally starts to lean vigorously to the left and needs rapid correction to avoid incoming traffic. I went back to the shop and checked forks/wheels alignment, balanced again the tyres, all with the same outcome: strong pull to the left. I even put back the old tyres and bike was ok. Michelin dealer insisted that the problem is with the bike (10.000 km, no off-road, perfect condition, almost 2 years old) so I went to another shop, with same results, only older and tired of getting the same result after several trials. I put a new pair of Pirelli Scorpion Trail 2 and, magically, everything was fine. Michelin dealer still claims is a bike problem (or tyre mounting, he is going in circles) and I will send the tyre to Michelin for technical evaluation (they required a lot of information for this) in the hopeful event that I will see my money back in the distant future. Front dot is 0323 and rear dot is 4522. I can easily understand that a fabrication process cannot provide zero defects, but ignoring a client feedback and constantly blaming the bike or the shop is hard to swallow. There's also a lack of transparency in terms of procedure for technical expertise that they will perform (pretty sure there's an already negative result written in) whilst I was required for copies of VIN, photo of bike (with registration plate visible), copies of invoices and photos of tyres. I have already lost 3 weeks of riding, some(!) money (tyres + shop invoices), a lot of time, but I will move forward (now I can do it without leaning left) and I will avoid Bibendum for the future. Caveat emptor! Buyers beware!

 

[bosnjo]

Same issue for my bike: new Road 6 fitted and very strong pull to the left. Tried with cruise control at different speeds, same result. I have to balance the bike by moving my entire body to the right, totally outside the seat, head aligned with right mirror. Without cruise control, with engine braking, the move to the left is even more violent: it slowly changes the direction to the left (in first 3 meters) then totally starts to lean vigorously to the left and needs rapid correction to avoid incoming traffic. I went back to the shop and checked forks/wheels alignment, balanced again the tyres, all with the same outcome: strong pull to the left. I even put back the old tyres and bike was ok. Michelin dealer insisted that the problem is with the bike (10.000 km, no off-road, perfect condition, almost 2 years old) so I went to another shop, with same results, only older and tired of getting the same result after several trials. I put a new pair of Pirelli Scorpion Trail 2 and, magically, everything was fine. Michelin dealer still claims is a bike problem (or tyre mounting, he is going in circles) and I will send the tyre to Michelin for technical evaluation (they required a lot of information for this) in the hopeful event that I will see my money back in the distant future. Front dot is 0323 and rear dot is 4522. I can easily understand that a fabrication process cannot provide zero defects, but ignoring a client feedback and constantly blaming the bike or the shop is hard to swallow. There's also a lack of transparency in terms of procedure for technical expertise that they will perform (pretty sure there's an already negative result written in) whilst I was required for copies of VIN, photo of bike (with registration plate visible), copies of invoices and photos of tyres. I have already lost 3 weeks of riding, some(!) money (tyres + shop invoices), a lot of time, but I will move forward (now I can do it without leaning left) and I will avoid Bibendum for the future. Caveat emptor! Buyers beware!

You went through the same process I did. I gave up the expectations that Michelin will sort the things. Right now I'm on old Michelin Anakee with no issues at all and ordered Scorpion Trail 2.
I'm done with Michellin, cars or bikes, their tire will never see my money again.
At least, in your case, they asked for some things to evaluate the complain. In my case they ignored me and the shop that installed the tires, completely.

 

[Quattroa4m]

Same issue for my bike: new Road 6 fitted and very strong pull to the left. Tried with cruise control at different speeds, same result. I have to balance the bike by moving my entire body to the right, totally outside the seat, head aligned with right mirror. Without cruise control, with engine braking, the move to the left is even more violent: it slowly changes the direction to the left (in first 3 meters) then totally starts to lean vigorously to the left and needs rapid correction to avoid incoming traffic. I went back to the shop and checked forks/wheels alignment, balanced again the tyres, all with the same outcome: strong pull to the left. I even put back the old tyres and bike was ok. Michelin dealer insisted that the problem is with the bike (10.000 km, no off-road, perfect condition, almost 2 years old) so I went to another shop, with same results, only older and tired of getting the same result after several trials. I put a new pair of Pirelli Scorpion Trail 2 and, magically, everything was fine. Michelin dealer still claims is a bike problem (or tyre mounting, he is going in circles) and I will send the tyre to Michelin for technical evaluation (they required a lot of information for this) in the hopeful event that I will see my money back in the distant future. Front dot is 0323 and rear dot is 4522. I can easily understand that a fabrication process cannot provide zero defects, but ignoring a client feedback and constantly blaming the bike or the shop is hard to swallow. There's also a lack of transparency in terms of procedure for technical expertise that they will perform (pretty sure there's an already negative result written in) whilst I was required for copies of VIN, photo of bike (with registration plate visible), copies of invoices and photos of tyres. I have already lost 3 weeks of riding, some(!) money (tyres + shop invoices), a lot of time, but I will move forward (now I can do it without leaning left) and I will avoid Bibendum for the future. Caveat emptor! Buyers beware!

It appears that you've got tires manufactured in November '22 and March '23. So the problem, as outlined in this thread, would seem to still be a current issue.

Either Michelin isn't getting information from their dealers or they just don't care in the first place. They are obviously oblivious to the forums discussing this issue or again, they just don't care.

Thanks for taking the time to do a write-up.

 

[bosnjo]

It appears that you've got tires manufactured in November '22 and March '23. So the problem, as outlined in this thread, would seem to still be a current issue.

Either Michelin isn't getting information from their dealers or they just don't care in the first place. They are obviously oblivious to the forums discussing this issue or again, they just don't care.

Thanks for taking the time to do a write-up.

I wrote to Michelin Portugal and Michelin France. The tire shop that installed my tires did the same. It was 7 months ago and they simply ignore it. So, they know about the issue.
I visited many other motorcycles forums, many different brands and saw that there are a lot of people that made official complain to Michelin and got no answer.

 

[TedRClark]

2 months ago I took off my Michelin Anakee's that came with the bike (new). I liked those tires but just couldn't stand the noise from the front. So, decided to go with model I liked a lot. On my previous bikes I always used Michelin Road (Pilot) 2, 3, 4 and 5. So, as I was always happy with them, I've chosen Michelin Road 6.
The first impession was great. On the way out of the garage that installed them, the front was dead quiet. It felt so good. Few days later, on the highway, I went over 150 km/h (93mph) and the rear started to "dance". It was swerving left-right-left. I lowered the speed and it was OK. I went up again and the swerving started again. I've got even more speed and it was still there. So I went to different highway with newer surface. Still the same... Tried 3rd highway, different surface again, still the same. I was not happy. At that point I thought that tires were new and needed some time, as previous models of that tire were always great on my bikes.
2-3 days later, just out of fun, I let go my handlebars and bike violently swerved left. Tried few times on different speeds, it was still turning left... a lot. Went back to the dealer that installed those tires and he did all the procedure of front fork alignment . It was just a bit better but not solved and still dangerous.
Now, 2 months later and 1500 miles more, nothing has changed. All the problems are still there.
I researched through the hundreds of forums for different bikes and many riders encountered the same problems with Road 6 on their bikes (non BMW). They say it's not bad batch. The tire is wrong.
I am shocked. Those tires were expensive and I could sware in the previous models quality.
What the hell is this??????
So, I'll keep them through the winter and look for new tires in the spring. I will have to research for the best 100% pavement tire for my bike. I want good grip and I don't care about durability as sticky tires don't last long and those are that I want.
On the original tires, I had none of the problems described above.
Hard earned money thrown away.

i have same tires on my 2020 GSA and love them, no problems. sorry you are not liking them.

 

[G37]

Same issue for my bike: new Road 6 fitted and very strong pull to the left…

End of saga:
I have no response from Michelin. However, the dealer was more than helpful and provided me with full reimbursement, no obligations from my side! I will definitely buy from them again (no Bibendum brands) since they solved their side of the problem diligently. I really hope others will have better luck with Road 6. Thank you all for support and providing a place for venting (at least)!

 

[bosnjo]

End of saga:
I have no response from Michelin. However, the dealer was more than helpful and provided me with full reimbursement, no obligations from my side! I will definitely buy from them again (no Bibendum brands) since they solved their side of the problem diligently. I really hope others will have better luck with Road 6. Thank you all for support and providing a place for venting (at least)!

My case was the same, no response after various contacts to various Michalin representatives (factory included). I'm done with Michelin for good.

 

[Gmachine]

I also have a set of Pirelli Trail Attack II‘s on my 12 GS. Very happy with these tires. Handle great, are very quiet and considering that the coastal and coast mountain roads of Northern California are seldom straight, 8 K mileage is good. As a bonus, the bike handles essentially the same with the tires worn as when new. Off-road I stick to hard packed dirt. I’m about ready to buy my next set. Now if only the price increases would slow down or reverse. Oh well!

Trail Attack II are Continental, not Pirelli.

 

[Gmachine]

My next set will be Scorpion Trail 2

I just put on a new rear Conti Trail Attack 3 today. Old one still has tread but it getting square and I have a new tire changer I wanted to try out. I love TA3 but the Scorpions sound nice too. Maybe next time? I have a friend who's using Michelin PR6. So far, he's happy, but I think they have a quality problem that needs sorting. They need to put down their pastries and get back to work! They are the leading tire brand with a lot to lose. I too am done with them if they won't honor claims like this and take them seriously. Bosjo is a good rider and knows his stuff. They should listen, because I'm listening.

 

[Gmachine]

It appears that you've got tires manufactured in November '22 and March '23. So the problem, as outlined in this thread, would seem to still be a current issue.

Either Michelin isn't getting information from their dealers or they just don't care in the first place. They are obviously oblivious to the forums discussing this issue or again, they just don't care.

Thanks for taking the time to do a write-up.

I think it might be time to call NHTSA and some of the other highway safety government bureaus around the world. I hate to do it but when they ignore you, what choice do you have? Seems like claims here are pretty well documented.

 

[Wim]

Hi, I am living in Belgium and have now my second pair of road 6 on my gs1200 (2018).
Do between 20000 and 25000 km / year (mostly on travelling to the Alps / Pyrenees ( Austria / France / Spain )
In my opinion it is a very good tyre in rainy conditions and more than ok for cornering in dry conditions. Lasts at least 1000 km longer than the Trail Road 5
But indeed both road 6 sets (previous and current) pull to the left when releasing the handlebars. So I have to keep a finger on the handlebar.
Don't have any problem at 150km/h
I did not have that issue with the Pirelli scorpion trail BUT I did, though not that much, with the Michelin Road 5.
Talked to BMW dealer and next maintenance they are going to check it (balancing and checking if the tire pressure sensor in the front wheel can cause this)
Extra info : two guys in our MC on KTM and GS1250 also had the road 6. No problem with pull to the left. (but they will not use them again because they think the grip is not as good as the pirellis)
Don't know what my next tire will be.
Regards

 

[Rick92040]

Hi, I am living in Belgium and have now my second pair of road 6 on my gs1200 (2018).
Do between 20000 and 25000 km / year (mostly on travelling to the Alps / Pyrenees ( Austria / France / Spain )
In my opinion it is a very good tyre in rainy conditions and more than ok for cornering in dry conditions. Lasts at least 1000 km longer than the Trail Road 5
But indeed both road 6 sets (previous and current) pull to the left when releasing the handlebars. So I have to keep a finger on the handlebar.
Don't have any problem at 150km/h
I did not have that issue with the Pirelli scorpion trail BUT I did, though not that much, with the Michelin Road 5.
Talked to BMW dealer and next maintenance they are going to check it (balancing and checking if the tire pressure sensor in the front wheel can cause this)
Extra info : two guys in our MC on KTM and GS1250 also had the road 6. No problem with pull to the left. (but they will not use them again because they think the grip is not as good as the pirellis)
Don't know what my next tire will be.
Regards

Dunlop Roadsmart 4, ConiTrailAttack 3 are both outstanding tires that you would be very happy with.

 

[bosnjo]

...Talked to BMW dealer and next maintenance they are going to check it (balancing and checking if the tire pressure sensor in the front wheel can cause this)...

I started this thread and explained all the fitting, refitting, testing, balancing, replacing etc that has been on my bike and nothing made any change in pulling to the left. My bike doesn't have tire pressure sensors inside the tires.

 

[Quattroa4m]

I started this thread and explained all the fitting, refitting, testing, balancing, replacing etc that has been on my bike and nothing made any change in pulling to the left. My bike doesn't have tire pressure sensors inside the tires.

And there are numerous postings on other forums (different bikes) that would seem to lend further support to your findings. I'm baffled as to why there is such resistance to the idea that Michelin probably has an issue with the Road 6.

Perhaps love truly is blind...

 

[bosnjo]

I guess Michelin is too confident. They sell millions of tires every year and they couldn't care less about few bad batches of one of their models. From my point of view, that's wrong policy that will hurt company in long term. How many giants we've seen that didn't care much about their loyal customers and they don't even exist today?
I can't say how many Michelin tires I purchased in my life but it was certainly over 200 for all of my private and bussiness vehicles. After this, after I felt disrespected, I'll never buy a single Michelin tire again.

 

[stevejohn01]

i have the same issue on a Yamaha XT1200 Super Tenere. These tyres are expensive and dangerous! do not buy them.