77
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
75/100
10 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT 021 vs Pirelli Angel 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Pirelli Angel ST — better wet, comfort and handling. 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 BT 021 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 021 | Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 84 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 021 | Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 71 | 83 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 021 | Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 89 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 021 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 021 | Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | 78 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Angel ST leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 021 | Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 81 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT 021 | Pirelli Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 77 | 82 |
| Dry | 86 | 84 |
| Wet | 71 | 83 |
| Comfort | 79 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 79 | 78 |
| Handling | 74 | 81 |
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Headline score
77
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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-021 receives a polarized reception, with user experience heavily dependent on riding style and tire pressure management. While some riders praise its longevity and consistent performance for commuting and touring, others report significant issues with handling, feedback, and wet-weather confidence.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity and durability for high-mileage commuters
- Reliable performance for motorway and long-distance riding
- Strong grip characteristics when tire pressures are correctly calibrated
- Confidence-inspiring stability for many sport-touring applications
Cons
- Handling characteristics can feel unpredictable or heavy if pressures are not perfectly matched to the bike
- Reports of poor wet-weather grip and lack of rider feedback
- Tendency for the center of the tire to flatten out significantly during high-mileage motorway use
- Inconsistent turn-in feel, described by some as fighting the rider
Observations
- Users noted that the tire is highly sensitive to manufacturer-recommended pressures, with incorrect settings leading to poor handling on bikes like the Kawasaki.
- Commuters on middleweight naked bikes reported high mileage but experienced uneven wear patterns, specifically flattening of the center tread.
The Pirelli Angel ST is widely regarded as a dependable, versatile sport-touring tire that offers a strong balance of dry grip, stability, and longevity. While users generally praise its predictable handling and confidence-inspiring performance in varied conditions, some riders report inconsistent wear patterns and a noticeable drop-off in performance as the tire nears the end of its service life.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Predictable and reliable performance in wet conditions
- Strong longevity for sport-touring applications
- Neutral and responsive steering characteristics
Cons
- Rapid, sudden wear once the tire reaches the end of its tread life
- Requires a brief warm-up period to reach optimal operating temperature
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance compared to premium competitors
- Potential for cupping if tire pressures are not strictly managed
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring motorcycles, such as the Yamaha FJR1300, benefit from running higher-than-factory tire pressures to prevent cupping and improve responsiveness.
- The rear tire performance is noted to be more stable and predictable when the motorcycle is loaded with a passenger and luggage, suggesting the carcass design favors heavier loads.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 021 | B · Pirelli Angel ST |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
77
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Pirelli Angel ST — better wet, comfort and handling. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Angel ST scores 83 vs 71 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Pirelli Angel ST scores 89 vs 79 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Pirelli Angel ST scores 81 vs 74 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 021
Tire B · Pirelli Angel 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.