81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon 3D Ultra Sport vs Avon Spirit ST — Compared (May 2026)
Our Relative Score blends 60% objective test data with 40% owner-review signal — so any two tires can be compared even if they were never tested on the same day.
VS
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
13 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Avon Spirit ST — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Avon 3D Ultra Sport if comfort matters most to you.
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Category breakdown
5 categories, side by side
Each bar is the Relative Score for that category. Expand a tile to see the test results and owner ratings behind it.
Dry
Score (0–100)
3D Ultra Sport leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 94 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Spirit ST leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 98 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
3D Ultra Sport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Spirit ST leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
3D Ultra Sport leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 87 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon 3D Ultra Sport | Avon Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 90 |
| Dry | 96 | 94 |
| Wet | 77 | 98 |
| Comfort | 88 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 85 |
| Handling | 89 | 87 |
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81
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon 3D Ultra Sport is highly regarded by motorcycle riders for its exceptional feedback, confidence-inspiring grip, and predictable handling characteristics. While it excels in dry conditions and offers a quick warm-up time, users note that its performance comes at the cost of relatively rapid rear tire wear.
Pros
- Excellent rider feedback and communication
- Predictable and linear handling in corners
- Fast warm-up times
- High levels of dry grip and stability
Cons
- Rapid rear tire wear, particularly under spirited riding
- Mixed performance on damp or wet surfaces
- Shorter overall service life compared to premium touring-oriented tires
Observations
- Users report the tire performs exceptionally well on high-horsepower naked bikes and middleweight sport machines.
- Riders noted that the tire profile allows for neutral, easy turn-in, which benefits bikes with modern, agile running gear.
The Avon Spirit ST is widely regarded as a high-performance sport-touring tire that offers exceptional grip and stability across diverse weather conditions. While most users praise its longevity and value, experiences are polarized, with some riders reporting significant issues regarding handling feedback and high-speed vibrations on specific heavy motorcycles.
Pros
- Excellent wet and dry weather grip
- High durability and resistance to squaring off
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- High stability under heavy loads and two-up riding
Cons
- Reports of vague steering feedback and reluctance to turn on certain bikes
- Inconsistent quality control leading to high-speed vibrations for some users
- Poor customer support resolution for warranty claims
- Extremely short tread life reported by a minority of users
Observations
- Users on heavy touring bikes like the BMW K1600GT reported significant high-speed vibration issues.
- Riders of mid-sized motorcycles like the Yamaha 700 noted improved stability and predictability compared to previous tires.
- Heavy-duty touring and two-up riding configurations consistently reported positive results regarding tire longevity and load stability.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon 3D Ultra Sport | B · Avon Spirit ST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Avon
90
/ 100
Avon
Winner: Avon Spirit ST — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Avon 3D Ultra Sport if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Avon Spirit ST scores 98 vs 77 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Avon Spirit ST scores 85 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon 3D Ultra Sport scores 88 vs 85 on comfort.
Tire A · Avon 3D Ultra Sport
Tire B · Avon Spirit ST
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How do we compare tires?
Every category score blends two independent signals. 60% comes from professional tire tests (braking distances, lap times, noise measurements) normalized against the best tire in each test and weighted toward recent tests. 40% comes from thousands of owner reviews collected from retailers and review sites. When a tire has only one of the two, we use what exists and say so.
Community buzz from Reddit and forums is shown for context only — it never changes the score.