89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
89/100
47 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 vs Michelin Pilot Road — 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%)
82/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 — better dry, handling and wet. Pick the Michelin Pilot Road if treadwear 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)
Battlax BT 023 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 023 | Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 92 | 80 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 023 leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 023 | Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 78 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 023 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 023 | Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 91 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Road leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 023 | Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 95 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 023 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 023 | Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 | Michelin Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 85 |
| Dry | 92 | 80 |
| Wet | 85 | 78 |
| Comfort | 91 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 88 | 95 |
| Handling | 90 | 80 |
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89
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 100
Tire B
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Bridgestone Battlax BT-023 is widely regarded as a highly capable and durable sport-touring tire that offers a significant performance upgrade over its predecessors. Users consistently praise its exceptional wet-weather confidence, longevity, and stability, making it a favorite for commuters and long-distance tourers alike.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and water dispersal
- Impressive tread life and durability even on heavy motorcycles
- High levels of stability and predictable handling
- Quick warm-up times
- Strong value proposition for high-mileage riders
Cons
- Slower steering response compared to sportier alternatives
- Tendency for the rear tire to square off under heavy touring loads
- Occasional reports of instability or 'wobble' late in the tire's life cycle
- Some users noted a lack of grip on specific road surfaces like painted lines
Observations
- Heavy sport-touring bikes (e.g., K1300GT, FJR1300, ZZR1200) benefit significantly from the tire's stability and longevity.
- Users noted that the tire can feel 'slower' or heavier in steering transitions when fitted to lighter, more agile sport bikes.
- Heavily loaded bikes may experience uneven 'stepping' wear on the sides of the tire.
The Michelin Pilot Road is generally regarded as a durable and versatile sport-touring tire that excels in longevity and all-weather performance. While most users praise its predictable handling and impressive tread life, some riders find its limits insufficient for aggressive, high-performance sport riding.
Pros
- Exceptional tread longevity compared to dedicated sport tires
- Reliable wet weather grip and confidence-inspiring feedback
- Versatile performance across varied road conditions and surfaces
- Predictable behavior when approaching traction limits
Cons
- Lack of high-end dry grip for aggressive cornering
- Susceptibility to flat-spotting during extended motorway use
- Inconsistent performance for riders transitioning from dedicated sport compounds
Observations
- Users on middleweight sport bikes like the SV650S report excellent versatility for both commuting and spirited riding.
- Riders of older 600cc sport bikes may find the tire's performance envelope too conservative for spirited canyon or track-style riding.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 | B · Michelin Pilot Road |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Bridgestone
85
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 — better dry, handling and wet. Pick the Michelin Pilot Road if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 scores 92 vs 80 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 scores 90 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Battlax BT 023 scores 85 vs 78 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Road scores 95 vs 88 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 023
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Road
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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.