Regardless of the riding style you prefer, having the ideal tire will give you just that extra edge you’re looking for. However, with the countless choices available, trying to make the right decision gets overwhelming. That’s why we’ve rounded up all the best dirt bike tires on the market, so you can spend more time on the bike and less time online.
Best Dirt Bike Tires for Sand & Mud
Dunlop MX12 Geomax Sand/Mud Tire
- The tread pattern includes Dunlop’s exclusive Progressive Cornering Block Technology (PCBT) in the rear for enhanced cornering traction and slide control.
- A narrower tire profile increases contact patch length for improved bump absorption and steering in rutted conditions.
- All around good tire for sand or mud for just over $100 per tire
Bridgestone Battlecross X10 Mud and Sand Tire
- Slightly more versatile than the Dunlop MX12 at a similar price point
- Developed specifically for deep bottomless sand and mud, maintains control and traction in adverse conditions
- Optimized block rigidity on the rear tire provides excellent traction in mud/sand and helps control sideslip, similar to the Dunlop MX12
Best Dual Sport Dirt Bike Tires
Shinko E804/E805 Adventure Trail Tire
- Utilizes the latest in big block tire technology
- 40% on-road and 60% off-road tire
- 4-ply rated
- DOT approved
Michelin Anakee Wild Tire
- Slightly more aggressive tread pattern than the Shinko E804/E805
- Tread pattern inspired by the Dakar winning MICHELIN Desert Race tire
- Front / rear casing design ensures impeccable on-road stability and comfort
- Improved resistance to high temperatures and various deteriorations thanks to the optimized tread depth and new materials
Best Overall Motocross Tires
Bridgestone Battlecross X30 Tire
- Superior gap absorption and contact feel add more line choices, especially when cornering or avoiding obstacles
- Higher traction and superior grip – as much at home in soft soil as on hardened clay
- Asymmetric left-right blocks provide progressive transition of grip at all camber angles
- Modified Cooling Fin draws cool air deep into the tire tread to minimize heat build-up and ensure consistent performance
Michelin Starcross 6 Tire
- The adaptive design of the MICHELIN StarCross 6 tire provides up to 15% more traction when compared to the previous generation
- The introduction of MICHELIN Silica Technology of the MICHELIN StarCross 6 tire provides up to 19% more traction when worn
- MICHELIN Silica Technology of the MICHELIN StarCross 6 tire provides up to 11% more durability when compared to the previous generation
- MICHELIN Silica Technology helps maintain tread block integrity promoting excellent traction over the life of the tire
