At Michelin, they never work on one isolated element of performance. Instead, they focus on the whole package: safety, durability and the thrill of riding...all at the same time and with no trade-offs. That's what they mean by Michelin® Total Performa Maximum confidence in wet and dry conditions mile after mile. #1 for wet grip on the road - Michelin® Road 5 tires offer superior wet weather grip versus leading competitors due to patented Michelin XST Evo siping and their latest 2CT and 2CT+ tread compounds. Even after 3,500 miles, experience exceptional braking in the wet - Even after 3,500 miles, Michelin® Road 5 tires stop as short as new Michelin Pilot® Road 4 tires thanks to evolutionary Michelin XST Evo sipes. Fun to ride - Enjoy better dry grip, improved stability and handling versus Michelin Pilot® Road 4 tires thanks to Michelin's patented ACT+ casing technology for even more riding pleasure. Michelin always aims to bring together multiple performances.