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Michelin Defender 2 235/55R18 100H BSW Tire

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80K Mile Warranty

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9.9 Superb

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About the Manufacturer:

Michelin Tires, founded in 1889 in France, is a pioneer in tire innovation and sustainability. Operating in over 170 countries, Michelin is trusted worldwide for its premium tires, offering unmatched safety, longevity, and performance for cars, motorcycles, and heavy-duty vehicles. Michelin has been MotoGP’s sole tire supplier since 2016 and will continue through 2026, showcasing its cutting-edge technology and performance at the pinnacle of motorcycle racing. Additionally, Michelin has earned over 100 J.D. Power awards for high customer satisfaction, particularly in the luxury, passenger, and performance sports vehicle segments.

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Specifications

Specs

Value

Description

Sidewall

BSW

Describes the sidewall appearance. Examples: BSW= Black Side Wall, WSW = White Side Wall, OWL = Outlined White Letters.

Load Index

100

The load index (LI) is a 2- or 3-digit number that correlates to the maximum amount of weight the tire can carry. For example, a tire with a load index of 87 indicates that the tire can carry a maximum load of 1,201 lbs. In this particularly example, 4 tires (each with a load index of 87) can carry a maximum of 4,804 lbs. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended minimum load index.

Speed Rating
Tires speed rating

Speed rating (SR) indicates the maximum speed the tire can achieve. Higher speed ratings are typically associated with better handling capabilities. Refer to your vehicle owner's manual for the recommended minimum speed rating.

Load Range/Ply Rating

Not Available

Ply rating, more commonly referred to as load range, represents the strength and durability of the tire. Higher ratings may indicate your tires can handle heavier loads.

UTQG

840B

To help consumers evaluate their tires, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) created the Uniform Tire Quality Grading System (UTQG). The UTQG rates tires are rated on their tread-wear, traction performance, and temperature resistance. The grade for each of these can be found on the sidewall of your tire (except for winter tires and certain light truck tires).

Max Single Load(lbs)

1764

The maximum load this tire will support. Remember to multiply this number by the number of tires installed on your vehicle to get the maximum carrying capacity. This number is directly related to the Load Index.

Max Single Air Pressure(PSI)

The maximum air pressure this tire will support. This does not represent the amount of air pressure your tires should have at all times. Consult with your owner's manual to determine the best air pressure you should use for your vehicle.

Tread Depth

10.5

The amount of tread on the tire. Once the tire is worn to 2/32nds, it is considered fully used and should be replaced at that time. Most tires will have tire indicators in the grooves of the tire to help you determine when the tires are worn down to 2/32nds.

Tread Design

Nondirectional

The pattern of the grooves, lugs, voids, and sipes on a tire's surface. This design affects the tire's traction, handling, and noise characteristics. Common types include symmetrical (uniform pattern across the tire), asymmetrical (different patterns on the inside and outside for varied road conditions), and directional (designed to rotate in one direction for improved wet traction and hydroplaning resistance).

Rim Width Range

6.5-8.5

The approved wheel rim width range this tire will support.

Measured Rim Width

7.5

The recommended wheel width as recommended by the tire manufacturer to get the best wear us performance for this tire.

Section Width

Not Available

The measurement from sidewall to sidewall.

Tread Width

Not Available

The measurement from one side of the tread to the other side of the tread.

Overall Diameter

28.1

The height of the tire when fully inflated.

Manufacturer Part Number

78263

Manufacturer part number (sku)

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Size Details

Size	Load Index/ Speed index	UTQG	Overall Diameter	Section Width	Rim Width Min	Rim Width Max	Rim Width Meas	Tread Depth (in)	Max Single Air Pressure (PSI)	Max Single Load (lbs)	Max Dual Air Pressure (PSI)	Max Dual Load (lbs)	MFG #
205/50R17	93H	-	25.1	8.0	5.5	7.5	6.5	10.5	50	1433	-	-	00953
205/55R16	91H	840B	24.8	-	5.5	7.5	6.5	10.5	51	1356	-	-	07259
205/60R16	92H	840BB	25.6	8.0	5.5	7.5	6.0	10.5	51	1389	-	-	37594
205/65R16	95H	840B	26.4	-	5.5	7.5	6.5	10.5	51	1521	-	-	69099
215/45R17	91H	840BB	24.6	8.0	7.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1356	-	-	05602
215/50R17	95H	840BB	25.5	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	50	1521	-	-	30697
215/55R16	97H	840BB	25.2	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	50	1609	-	-	12060
215/55R17	94H	840BB	26.3	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	51	1477	-	-	17537
215/55R17	98V	840BB	26.3	8.4	6.0	7.5	-	10.5	50	1653	-	-	13757
215/55R18	95H	840BB	27.2	9.0	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	07428
215/60R16	95H	840B	26.1	-	6.0	7.5	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	79034
215/60R17	96H	840BB	27.1	9.0	6.0	7.5	6.5	10.5	51	1565	-	-	54251
215/65R16	98H	840B	-	-	-	-	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	11141
215/65R17	103H	840BB	24.7	9.0	6.0	7.5	6.5	10.5	50	1929	-	-	44198
225/50R17	98H	840BB	25.9	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	10785
225/50R18	95H	840BB	26.8	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1521	-	-	47584
225/50R18	99V	840BB	26.8	8.8	6.0	8.0	-	10.5	50	1709	-	-	68361
225/55R17	101H	-	26.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1819	-	-	00822
225/55R18	98H	-	27.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	22800
225/55R18	98V	840BB	27.7	8.8	6.0	8.0	-	10.5	51	1653	-	-	62509
225/55R19	99H	840B	28.7	9.0	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1709	-	-	07451
225/55R19	103V	-	28.8	9.2	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	50	1929	-	-	40689
225/60R16	98H	840B	26.6	-	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1653	-	-	06384
225/60R17	99H	840B	27.6	-	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1709	-	-	78472
225/60R18	100H	840BB	28.6	9.0	6.0	8.0	6.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	24074
225/60R18	104H	-	18.0	8.9	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	98485
225/65R16	100H	840BB	27.4	9.0	6.0	8.0	6.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	18896
225/65R17	102H	840B	28.5	-	6.0	8.0	7.0	10.5	51	1874	-	-	08218
235/40R19	96V	840BB	26.4	9.5	8.0	9.5	-	10.5	50	1565	-	-	48884
235/45R18	98H	-	26.3	9.0	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	25781
235/45R18	98V	840BB	26.3	9.3	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1653	-	-	58723
235/45R19	99H	840BB	27.3	9.0	7.5	9.0	8.0	10.5	50	1709	-	-	34256
235/50R17	96H	840B	26.3	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1565	-	-	11994
235/50R18	97H	840BB	27.2	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1609	-	-	09791
235/50R18	101V	840BB	27.2	9.2	6.5	8.5	-	10.5	50	1819	-	-	06034
235/50R19	103H	840BB	28.3	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	1929	-	-	69845
235/55R17	99H	840B	27.1	-	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1709	-	-	36791
235/55R17	103H	840BB	27.1	-	6.5	8.5	-	10.5	50	1929	-	-	20908
235/55R18	100H	840B	28.1	-	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1764	-	-	78263
235/55R18	104H	840BB	28.1	-	6.5	8.5	-	10.5	50	1984	-	-	51385
235/55R19	105H	840BB	29.1	-	6.5	8.5	-	10.5	50	2039	-	-	29595
235/55R20	102H	840BB	30.1	10.0	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1874	-	-	50833
235/60R16	100H	-	27.1	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1764	-	-	01023
235/60R17	102H	840BB	28.1	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1874	-	-	21087
235/60R18	107H	840BB	29.0	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	50	2150	-	-	87332
235/65R16	103H	840B	28.0	-	6.5	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1929	-	-	18797
235/65R17	104H	840BB	29.0	9.0	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	1984	-	-	08758
235/65R18	106H	840BB	30.0	9.4	6.5	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	2094	-	-	09818
245/50R20	102H	-	29.6	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	51	1874	-	-	03296
245/50R20	105H	-	29.7	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	2039	-	-	63916
245/55R19	103H	-	29.6	9.9	-	-	-	10.5	51	-	-	-	17914
245/55R19	107H	840BB	29.6	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.5	10.5	50	2149	-	-	13640
245/60R18	105H	-	29.5	10.0	7.0	8.5	7.0	10.5	51	2039	-	-	05819
245/60R18	109H	840BB	29.5	9.6	7.0	8.5	-	10.5	50	2271	-	-	51954
255/45R20	105V	840BB	29.0	10.0	8.0	9.5	8.5	10.5	50	2039	-	-	76252
255/50R19	107H	840BB	29.0	10.4	7.0	9.0	-	10.5	50	2150	-	-	80655
255/50R20	109H	-	30.0	10.4	-	-	-	10.5	50	-	-	-	73724
255/55R20	110H	840BB	31.0	10.4	7.0	9.0	-	10.5	50	2337	-	-	37788
255/60R19	109H	840BB	31.0	10.2	7.0	9.0	7.5	10.5	51	2271	-	-	52913
255/65R18	111H	840BB	31.0	10.2	7.0	9.0	7.5	10.5	51	2403	-	-	03893