79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport vs Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 — better handling, dry and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport if treadwear and comfort 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 Hypersport S21 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 95 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S21 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 63 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S21 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 95 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 81 |
| Dry | 86 | 95 |
| Wet | 75 | 80 |
| Comfort | 88 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 63 |
| Handling | 85 | 95 |
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79
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 BT016 Pro Hypersport is widely regarded as a reliable, confidence-inspiring tire for street-oriented sport riding and touring. While it receives high marks for its predictable handling and ability to absorb road imperfections, more aggressive riders note that it lacks the ultimate feedback and grip limits required for high-performance track or spirited riding.
Pros
- Excellent confidence and stability in varied road conditions
- Strong performance in both wet and dry weather
- Effective absorption of road bumps and irregularities
- Predictable handling characteristics for street use
Cons
- Lack of feedback and feel at higher lean angles
- Tendency to square off during long-distance or motorway riding
- Performance limits are reached quickly during aggressive, high-speed riding
- Inconsistent grip levels reported by some users when pushing the rear tire
Observations
- Users on smaller displacement bikes, such as 250cc models, report excellent longevity and minimal wear.
- High-horsepower sportbike owners (e.g., 170bhp machines) report faster squaring of the rear tire and suggest the need for stickier compounds for track-focused performance.
The Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in grip and handling, making it a favorite for aggressive street riding and occasional track use. While users praise its quick warm-up and confidence-inspiring cornering, the trade-off is a relatively short tread life, particularly for riders who spend significant time on straight roads.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Rapid warm-up time
- High performance capability suitable for track days
- Predictable and communicative road feel
Cons
- Limited tread longevity
- Rapid wear on the center compound during straight-line riding
- Reduced traction on painted road markings and pedestrian crossings
Observations
- Riders transitioning from 190/50 to 190/55 profiles on sportbikes like the Yamaha R1 report improved handling characteristics.
- The tire is specifically noted for its suitability on high-demand, high-horsepower sportbikes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | B · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 — better handling, dry and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport if treadwear and comfort matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 scores 95 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 scores 95 vs 86 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 70 vs 63 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 88 vs 83 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport
Tire B · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21
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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.