81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
86/100
7 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 vs Michelin Pilot Power 3 — 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%)
78/100
15 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin Pilot Power 3 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 if handling 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 Hypersport S21 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S21 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 92 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Pilot Power 3 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S21 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 82 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S21 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 83 | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Pilot Power 3 leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S21 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 63 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S21 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S21 | Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 92 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 | Michelin Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 85 |
| Dry | 95 | 93 |
| Wet | 80 | 84 |
| Comfort | 83 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 63 | 77 |
| Handling | 95 | 92 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
85
/ 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 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.
The Michelin Pilot Power 3 is widely regarded as a high-performance sport motorcycle tire that excels in dry grip and spirited riding conditions. While users praise its confidence-inspiring handling and longevity for a sport-oriented compound, it is noted to be less suitable for cold-weather commuting or riders seeking the all-weather versatility of the Pilot Road series.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip suitable for both road and track use
- Strong reputation for safety and reliability
- Impressive tread life for a high-performance sport tire
- Predictable handling characteristics in warm conditions
Cons
- Reduced wet weather performance at extreme lean angles
- Can feel twitchy or unstable when cold
- Not ideal for cold-weather commuting compared to touring-oriented tires
- Increased noise levels as the tire reaches the end of its service life
Observations
- Sportbike riders (e.g., Yamaha YZF-R1) report high satisfaction with the tire's performance in aggressive cornering.
- Users transitioning from sport-touring tires (like the Pilot Road series) to the Pilot Power 3 noted a significant difference in warm-up requirements and cold-weather stability.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 | B · Michelin Pilot Power 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
85
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin Pilot Power 3 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 if handling matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin Pilot Power 3 scores 77 vs 63 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin Pilot Power 3 scores 84 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21 scores 95 vs 92 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S21
Tire B · Michelin Pilot Power 3
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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.