71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 vs Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — 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
78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
16 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 if wet 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 S22 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 014 | Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 85 | 93 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax BT 014 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 014 | Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 74 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 014 | Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 014 | Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 64 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Battlax BT 014 | Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 73 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 71 | 78 |
| Dry | 85 | 93 |
| Wet | 80 | 74 |
| Comfort | 70 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 53 | 64 |
| Handling | 73 | 90 |
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71
/ 100
Tire A
78
/ 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 BT-014 receives a mixed reception, characterized by a divide between riders who appreciate its predictable handling and those critical of its longevity and performance limits. While some users find it a capable tire for daily commuting and spirited riding, others report significant concerns regarding rapid tread wear and a lack of confidence during aggressive or track-oriented use.
Pros
- Predictable and sure-footed handling characteristics
- Reliable dry grip for daily commuting
- Good performance value relative to older generation standards
Cons
- Alarmingly short tread life, particularly on high-torque motorcycles
- Vague front-end feedback
- Below-average wet weather performance
- Lack of confidence during track-day usage
Observations
- High-displacement, high-torque motorcycles like the ZZR 1400 experience extremely rapid rear tire depletion, with some users reporting as little as 1,500 to 1,600 miles.
- Riders on middleweight sportbikes, such as the Ninja 600, reported more favorable longevity, reaching up to 5,000 miles on a rear tire.
The Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 is widely regarded as a high-performance street tire that excels in dry grip, handling precision, and rider confidence. While it receives near-universal acclaim for its sporty characteristics and track-day capability, the consensus is that these performance benefits come at the cost of rapid tread wear and a tendency for the rear tire to develop flat spots, particularly during commuting or straight-line riding.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering confidence
- High level of steering precision and agility
- Consistent performance even as the tire wears
- Strong stability and braking performance in wet conditions
Cons
- Rapid rear tire wear and premature flat-spotting
- Short overall lifespan compared to sport-touring alternatives
- Inconsistent wet weather performance reported by some users
- Potential for edge grip issues when tires are cold
Observations
- High-torque motorcycles (e.g., R1, MT-09) experience significantly accelerated rear tire wear, especially with aggressive throttle application.
- Users noted that the tire's profile encourages a very willing and sharp lean-in, which is highly appreciated on sport-oriented chassis like the Ninja 636.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 | B · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Extreme Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
71
/ 100
Bridgestone
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, treadwear and comfort. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax BT 014 if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 90 vs 73 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 64 vs 53 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 80 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 85 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax BT 014
Tire B · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
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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.