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 September 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport vs Dunlop SportSmart TT — 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
76
/ 100
Objective (60%)
75/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
79/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SportSmart TT 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)
SportSmart TT leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 82 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 96 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 23 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 78 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 65 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportSmart TT leads by 13
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 98 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Dunlop SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 76 |
| Dry | 86 | 89 |
| Wet | 75 | 67 |
| Comfort | 88 | 78 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 65 |
| Handling | 85 | 98 |
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79
/ 100
Tire A
76
/ 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 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 Dunlop SportSmart TT is widely regarded as a high-performance, track-focused tire that excels in dry conditions, offering exceptional feedback and confidence at high lean angles. While users praise its rapid warm-up time and track-day capabilities, it is consistently criticized for its poor performance in wet weather and relatively short tread life.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering feedback
- Rapid warm-up time without the need for tire warmers
- High stability and confidence during aggressive lean angles
- Strong dual-purpose performance for both spirited road riding and track days
Cons
- Poor performance and lack of confidence in wet conditions
- Rapid tread wear, particularly when used for high-mileage road riding
- Reduced grip levels once the tire reaches the end of its service life
Observations
- Users report the tire is well-suited for high-performance sportbikes, such as the Yamaha R1, where it enhances handling characteristics.
- The tire is noted to be unsuitable for long-distance motorway commuting due to accelerated wear rates.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | B · Dunlop SportSmart TT |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
76
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport — better comfort, wet and treadwear. Pick the Dunlop SportSmart TT if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SportSmart TT scores 98 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 88 vs 78 on comfort.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 75 vs 67 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 70 vs 65 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport
Tire B · Dunlop SportSmart TT
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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.