54
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
48/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT 012 vs Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 — Compared (September 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
83/100
8 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 Sport Touring T32 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 012 | Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 44
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 012 | Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 91 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 46 | 89 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 31
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 012 | Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 62 | 93 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 012 | Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 57 | 69 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 47
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 012 | Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 41 | 88 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT 012 | Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 54 | 84 |
| Dry | 68 | 86 |
| Wet | 46 | 90 |
| Comfort | 62 | 93 |
| Treadwear | 57 | 69 |
| Handling | 41 | 88 |
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54
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 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 012 is generally viewed as an underwhelming tire, frequently criticized for its poor wet-weather performance and lack of rider feedback. While some users find them acceptable for casual dry-weather riding, a significant number of owners report sudden loss of traction, leading to a lack of confidence and early replacement.
Pros
- Acceptable grip levels in warm, dry conditions
- Reasonable performance for light, everyday commuting
- Predictable behavior when new and properly warmed
Cons
- Abysmal traction and braking performance in wet or cold conditions
- Lack of road feedback and communication to the rider
- Sudden, unpredictable loss of grip leading to slides or high-sides
- Rapid tread wear and performance drop-off
Observations
- Users on Honda CBR600 series bikes frequently reported dissatisfaction with the tire as factory-standard equipment.
- The tire struggles to manage the power delivery of full-power four-cylinder motorcycles, particularly during aggressive downshifting.
The Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in wet-weather confidence and handling agility. While most riders praise its stability and transformative effect on bike handling, there is a notable consensus regarding its relatively short tread life and occasional concerns about rear-end grip during aggressive dry-weather riding.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather performance and rider confidence
- Noticeable improvement in handling and steering agility
- High-speed stability even when carrying heavy luggage
- Consistent performance across a wide range of temperatures
Cons
- Disappointing tread longevity, particularly for heavy touring bikes
- Reports of rear-end sliding during aggressive dry-weather cornering
- Noticeable drop-off in performance as the tire reaches the end of its life
Observations
- Riders of heavy touring motorcycles, such as the BMW R1200RT, report significantly faster rear tire wear compared to previous generation tires.
- The T32GT variant is specifically noted for providing lighter, more responsive steering compared to competitor tires on heavy touring platforms.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 012 | B · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
54
/ 100
Bridgestone
84
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 — better handling, wet and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 88 vs 41 on handling.
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Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 90 vs 46 on wet.
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You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 93 vs 62 on comfort.
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You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 86 vs 68 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 012
Tire B · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32
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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.