78
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
80/100
16 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 — 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
81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
80/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 — better treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 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)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 83 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T31 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 75 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T31 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 85 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 81 |
| Dry | 93 | 84 |
| Wet | 74 | 75 |
| Comfort | 80 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 85 |
| Handling | 90 | 80 |
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78
/ 100
Tire A
81
/ 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 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.
The Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 is viewed as a capable and communicative tire that performs well in spirited riding conditions. While it offers reliable grip, some users report a tendency for the tire to feel overly sensitive or skittish on uneven road surfaces.
Pros
- Strong dry grip on smooth road surfaces
- High level of road feedback and communication
- Capable of maintaining pace with sport-oriented motorcycles
- Improved wet weather performance compared to previous generations
Cons
- Tendency to skip or feel unsettled on rough, uneven road surfaces
- Feedback can occasionally be misleading, creating a false sensation of slipping
- Wet grip performance is considered good but not class-leading compared to dedicated sport tires
Observations
- Users of the GT-spec variant on heavy sport-touring motorcycles like the ST1300 report a generally positive experience with handling and feedback.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | B · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 — better treadwear. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 if handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31 scores 85 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 90 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 84 on dry.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
Tire B · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T31
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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.