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Pilot Sport Cup 2 R

Smash lap times on the track. Fit MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R to your hypersport car and experience exceptional grip and precision performance thanks to an exclusive motorsport compound.

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Ultimate track performance made to last

Smash lap times on the track. Fit MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R to your hypersport car and experience exceptional grip and precision performance thanks to an exclusive motorsport compound. This semi-slick track tyre has set 8 world record breaking lap times since 2018 when fitted to powerful and prestigious vehicles. Engineered with premium car manufacturers, this high performance sport tyre is also approved for road use.

  1. Lap time – Internal Study in Nardo conducted by Michelin, in January 2018, on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS on dimensions 265/35-20 on front axle & 325/30-21 on rear axle, measured -2.9sec/lap vs MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2. Total track length is 6.277 km.
  2. Horse power gain equivalence – Based on internal simulation which integrates the vehicle’s power, the vehicle mass, aerodynamic characteristics, the grip performance of the tyres and the circuit track. Equivalent to +150hp on a 520hp powered vehicle.
  3. Increased contact patch – Internal study vs. predecessor MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 N0 in 265/35R20 and 325/35R21.

Lap time records, best lap times –
October 2018 Nürburgring  Nordschleife (GER) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 6:40,33 on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS (Manthey Racing).
March 2019 Road Atlanta (USA) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 1:24,88 on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS.
April 2019 Road America (USA) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 2:15,17 on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS.
October 2019 Shanghai International circuit (CHINA) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 2:20,324 on PORSCHE 911 GT3 RS.
October 2019 Beijing Goldenport circuit (CHINA) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 1:09,459 on PORSCHE 911 GT3 RS.
April 2019 Istanbul Park F1 circuit (TURKEY) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 2:06,856 on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS.
September 2017 Nürburgring  Nordschleife (GER)MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 6:47,3 on PORSCHE 911 GT2 RS.
April 2018 Nürburgring Nordschleife (GER) MICHELIN PILOT SPORT CUP 2 R 6:56,4 on PORSCHE 911 GT3 RS.

Pilot Sport Cup 2 R

Best lap time performance on the track

For hypersport power and performance, choose the MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R semi-slick tyre. Saving 0.5 seconds per kilometre on lap times, this record breaking track tyre provides power equivalent to +150hp. With MICHELIN's exclusive motorsport compound, you can achieve your fastest lap time yet.

Ultra strong grip and steering precision

A remastered tread pattern provides strong grip and driving precision with a 10% increase in ground contact. The MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R semi-slick track tyre features Dynamic Response Technology delivering optimum steering instructions to maintain trajectory and stay in control when cornering.

Engineered with acclaimed premium car manufacturers for record breaking performance

Some of the most powerful hypersport vehicles have set 8 world lap time records since 2018 when fitted with MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R. Engineered by Michelin with leading car manufacturers, such as Porsche, Ferrari, Mercedes-AMG, Koenigsegg and Corvette. Choose a record breaking sport tyre.

Checkered flag design crafted by Michelin

MICHELIN'S premium touch sidewall design enhances the appearance of this sport tyre. The pattern on the sidewall and checkered flag gives a unique premium styling to the dark velvet effect finish. For a stylish record breaking tyre, choose MICHELIN Pilot Sport Cup 2 R.

Michelin Plus Warranty

We are confident customers will love the performance of their new MICHELIN tyres. So confident, in fact, that we will back all MICHELIN tyre purchases with a satisfaction guarantee plus a 6 year warranty. If you're not 100% satisfied with your new set of MICHELIN tyres, MICHELIN will gladly refund the purchase price within 30 days of your purchase.

All sizes available for the
Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 R

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19"
Width 285
Profile 35
Rim 19
Load Index 103
Speed Index Y
Run Flat No
Width 285
Profile 35
Rim 19
Load Index 103
Speed Index Y
Run Flat No
20"
21"