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 Michelin Power 5 — 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.
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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport and Michelin Power 5 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport is stronger on handling and comfort. Michelin Power 5 is stronger on wet.
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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)
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 86 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 81 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Power 5 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 72 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 81 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | Michelin Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 80 |
| Dry | 86 | 86 |
| Wet | 75 | 81 |
| Comfort | 88 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 72 |
| Handling | 85 | 81 |
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79
/ 100
Tire A
80
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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 Michelin Power 5 is widely regarded as a high-performing street sport tire that excels in rapid warm-up, wet-weather confidence, and agile handling. While most riders praise its real-world versatility and grip, opinions on longevity and high-lean-angle stability are polarized, with some users preferring competitors like the Bridgestone S22 for track-oriented or aggressive riding.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather grip and stability in standing water
- Rapid warm-up times, even in cooler ambient temperatures
- Agile handling and predictable cornering behavior on public roads
- Strong confidence-inspiring feedback during braking
Cons
- Tendency for the rear tire to square off prematurely
- Inconsistent performance and grip degradation as the tire reaches the end of its life
- Lack of confidence at maximum lean angles compared to dedicated track tires
- Mixed reports on overall mileage, with some users experiencing rapid wear under heavy engine braking
Observations
- Users on middleweight naked bikes like the KTM Duke 790 report excellent synergy and traction control performance.
- Riders with high-torque bikes featuring strong engine braking noted a 'sketchy' front-end feel and accelerated rear tire wear.
- Mileage reports vary significantly, ranging from 2,500 miles to over 8,000 miles depending on riding style and bike weight.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport | B · Michelin Power 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Michelin
Too close to call: Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport and Michelin Power 5 are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport is stronger on handling and comfort. Michelin Power 5 is stronger on wet.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Power 5 scores 81 vs 75 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 85 vs 81 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport scores 88 vs 85 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT016 Pro Hypersport
Tire B · Michelin Power 5
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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.