78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
2 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 vs Michelin Pilot Power 3 — 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
85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Power 3 — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 if handling and dry matter 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)
Battlax BT 002 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 002 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Power 3 leads by 24
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 002 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 002 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 002 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Power 3 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 002 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 65 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 002 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 002 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 92 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 | Michelin Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 85 |
| Dry | 100 | 93 |
| Wet | 60 | 84 |
| Comfort | 85 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 65 | 77 |
| Handling | 100 | 92 |
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78
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 is highly regarded as a high-performance track-oriented tire that offers exceptional dry grip and stability for sportbike riders. While it provides excellent feedback and confidence during aggressive riding, users note that its performance is significantly compromised in cold or wet conditions.
Pros
- Exceptional dry weather traction and grip
- High-speed stability and confidence
- Excellent road feedback and handling characteristics
- Strong braking performance
Cons
- Poor performance in cold and wet conditions
- Rapid tread wear under aggressive usage
- Limited versatility for non-track or daily commuting environments
Observations
- Users operating high-displacement sportbikes, such as the Suzuki GSX-R 1000, report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle aggressive cornering.
- Longevity expectations vary significantly based on riding style, with some users reporting surprisingly good mileage despite the tire's soft compound.
The Michelin Pilot Power 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance sport motorcycle tire that excels in dry grip and spirited riding conditions. While users praise its confidence-inspiring handling and longevity for a sport-oriented compound, it is noted to be less suitable for cold-weather commuting or riders seeking the all-weather versatility of the Pilot Road series.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip suitable for both road and track use
- Strong reputation for safety and reliability
- Impressive tread life for a high-performance sport tire
- Predictable handling characteristics in warm conditions
Cons
- Reduced wet weather performance at extreme lean angles
- Can feel twitchy or unstable when cold
- Not ideal for cold-weather commuting compared to touring-oriented tires
- Increased noise levels as the tire reaches the end of its service life
Observations
- Sportbike riders (e.g., Yamaha YZF-R1) report high satisfaction with the tire's performance in aggressive cornering.
- Users transitioning from sport-touring tires (like the Pilot Road series) to the Pilot Power 3 noted a significant difference in warm-up requirements and cold-weather stability.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 | B · Michelin Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
85
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Power 3 — better wet and treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Power 3 scores 84 vs 60 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Power 3 scores 77 vs 65 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 scores 100 vs 92 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax BT 002 scores 100 vs 93 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 002
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Power 3
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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.