Best Adventure Motorcycle Tires of 2025: Top Picks for Every Rider Everywhere

Best Adventure Motorcycle Tires of 2025: Top Picks for Every Rider Everywhere

New tire day is one of our favorite days around here. No matter what you ride, street, dirt or dual sports, your tires are the critical connection between your bike and the ground, which directly impacts performance, safety and how much fun you’re going to have. 

We covered the best ADV tires a few years back (catch up, here, if you missed it) and let’s be real, the market’s always on the move. From new rubber compounds to better longevity and more predictable grip, a lot of today’s tires offer more performance and comfort than ever. There’s constant chatter on Reddit threads and YouTube videos about the best adventure bike tire for riding motorcycles, and since we ride mostly off-road with a little bit of street mixed in, we wanted updated info for our own rides this season. 

So, here’s your guide to the best ADV motorcycle tires in 2025, whether you’re an off-road junkie, an overland expert or somewhere in between. (Spoiler alert: The best tire always depends on your riding style, needs, terrain and budget.) 

But first, let’s review tire ratios. What’s the right balance for your ride?

ADV tires are typically categorized by how they balance on- and off-road performance: 

30/70 or 40/60: Off-Road-Oriented Knobbies 

Best for: Riders who tackle sand, rocks and mud far more than pavement. 

50/50 Tires: Balanced Dual-Sport Use

Best for: Riders who split their time fairly between asphalt and dirt and just want tires that genuinely do it all. 

80/20 Tires Street-Focused

Best for: Riders who spend their time pounding pavement but occasionally venture off-road onto gravel or light dirt roads. 

Pro tip: If you’re new to riding or just don’t know where to start, a good 50/50 tire is usually your best bet. 

So, what’s new in tire technology? 

The latest ADV tires are smarter, grippier and tougher than ever before: 

  • New, more advanced rubber compounds for better wet-weather grip and longer durability 

  • Multi-compound tread designs for superior cornering and more even, extended wear 

  • Advanced tread patterns engineered to clean themselves out quickly in mud yet stay surprisingly quiet and planted on pavement 

Whether you’re crossing continents or just escaping the ‘burbs for some local trails, modern ADV tires make it easier to ride harder, longer and safer.

 

Top ADV Tires of 2025 by Category

40/60 Tires - Off-Road Strong, Street Capable

These are the tires that love the dirt but won’t abandon you when the pavement calls. 

Continental TKC 80 Twinduro M+S 

A classic fan-favorite for reliable long-distance adventures, the 40/60 Continental TKC 80 Twinduro M+S celebrates its 40th birthday with an updated compound for even better wet grip and longevity. Its self-cleaning tread is great for soft terrain and somehow stays planted on asphalt.

Price: $115 - $232 (Cycle Gear)


Bridgestone Battlax Adventurecross AX41

The Bridgestone Battlax Adventurecross AX41 is the go-anywhere 40/60 off-road tire built for long-distance ADV bike rides. It boasts an all-new tread pattern for better bite and long-haul durability.

 

Price Range: $119 - $252 (Cycle Gear)

50/50 Tires - True Dual-Sport Workhorses

Dunlop TrailMax Mission

The Dunlop TrailMax Mission is a true 50/50 adventure tire for riders seeking balanced on- and off-road performance. With improved rubber compounds for better wet-weather traction and deep, widely-spaced lugs for reduced punctures and plenty of grip, the Trailmax Mission is one of the most talked-about tires for large-capacity adventure bikes. 

 

Price Range: $164 - $312 (Cycle Gear)


Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR

The Pirelli Scorpion Rally STR is a solid 50/50 choice praised for its excellent grip in all conditions. It's DOT approved with excellent on-road traction in dry, wet or low temperatures. Even though it’s not the longest-lasting tire, its performance more than makes up for it.

Price Range: $146 - $289 (Cycle Gear)


Mitas Enduro Trail

The Mitas Enduro Trail is a robust 50/50 DOT-approved tire built for big miles with decent traction on- and off-road. 

Price: $144 - $204 (Cycle Gear)


Michelin Anakee Wild

The Michelin Anakee Wild is an aggressive 50/50 tire with long-lasting compounds and a unique offset tread design for great traction on- and off-road. 

Price: $152 - $277 (Cycle Gear)


20/80 Tires - For the Off-Road Heavy Hitters

 

Mitas Enduro Trail XT Plus Dakar

This is Mitas’ most hardcore option for serious off-road riding. The 20/80 Mitas Enduro Trail XT Plus Dakar tire features deep, wide knobs for tons of off-road traction.

Price: $124 - $210 (Cycle Gear) 


Motoz Tractionator RallZ 

The Motoz Tractionator RallZ is an aggressive 20/80 off-road tire, ideal for lighter enduro bike riders tackling rugged terrain and loose, rocky surfaces who don’t want to constantly swap tires.

Price: $132 - $291 (Cycle Gear)


Honorable Mention 

These are worthy contenders that deserve a look: 

Mitas Enduro Trail Plus Dakar 

The Mitas Enduro Trail Plus Dakar is a Dakar-inspired 60/40 off-road tire ideal for overland adventures with an ultra heavy-duty compound for maximum durability and puncture resistance.

Price: $172 - $252 (Cycle Gear)


Heidenau K60 Ranger

The Heidenau K60 Ranger is a 30/70 off-road version of the popular Heidenau K60 Scout with better grip and more aggressive knobs for true dirt riders. 

Price Range: $124 - $221 (Cycle Gear)

 

Remember, no matter what tire you choose: 

  • Double-check the fitment. Some big ADV bike tires can be tough to find in certain sizes. 

  • Match your bike’s needs. Always check the tire’s speed and load ratings. Many tires are rated 100+ mph. 

  • Know your wheel setup: Tubed or tubeless? Or mousses? 

  • Inspect regularly: Check for wear, sidewall cracks or damage every ride, especially if you’re running tubes or mousses. 

  • Proper pressure = better performance. Especially critical for tubes when airing down for off-road riding. 

  • Store smart: Cool, dry places will keep your rubber fresh longer. 

Last words: The best tire is the one you use!

There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to ADV tires, so the best tire is the one that gets you out riding. Whether you’re crossing continents or braving river crossings in the backcountry, the right tire and the right tool, make all the difference. 

Let’s be honest: Changing ADV tires can be a chore, unless you have the right tools for the job. 

That’s where we come in: 

And, in case you missed it, we recently released a Motorcycle Wheel Balancer, backed by the same lifetime warranty as all of our flagship products, which can be used post-mount to increase the lifespan of your tires by 15-20%. 

So next time it's time for a change, you know where to go. 

Check out our tire changing lineup and get back out there faster. 

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