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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Dunlop SP Sport 300 — 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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Tire B Dunlop

Dunlop SP Sport 300

All Season Touring tires

Dunlop SP Sport 300 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
69/100
31 owner reviews
Dry
81
Wet
73
Comfort
72
Treadwear
76
Handling
62

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 300 if treadwear 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 12
A — Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
93
B — Dunlop SP Sport 300
81
Why this score
SourceBattlax Hypersport S22SP Sport 300
Tyre Reviews owners 93 77

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 1
A — Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
74
B — Dunlop SP Sport 300
73
Why this score
SourceBattlax Hypersport S22SP Sport 300
Tyre Reviews owners 74 68

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 8
A — Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
80
B — Dunlop SP Sport 300
72
Why this score
SourceBattlax Hypersport S22SP Sport 300
Tyre Reviews owners 80 67

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) SP Sport 300 leads by 12
A — Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
64
B — Dunlop SP Sport 300
76
Why this score
SourceBattlax Hypersport S22SP Sport 300
Tyre Reviews owners 64 77

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 28
A — Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
90
B — Dunlop SP Sport 300
62
Why this score
SourceBattlax Hypersport S22SP Sport 300
Tyre Reviews owners 90 62

Scores at a glance

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Dunlop SP Sport 300: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryBridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22Dunlop SP Sport 300
Relative Score 78 73
Dry 93 81
Wet 74 73
Comfort 80 72
Treadwear 64 76
Handling 90 62

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Tire A

Tire B

From owners

Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22

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.
Tire B Dunlop SP Sport 300

The Dunlop SP Sport 300 is generally regarded as a reliable, value-oriented tire that excels in comfort and road noise suppression. While it receives praise for its balanced performance in daily driving conditions, user experiences regarding tread longevity and high-performance grip are polarized, often depending on the vehicle's power output and driving style.

Pros

  • Low road noise and high cabin comfort
  • Strong value for money and competitive pricing
  • Reliable dry and wet weather handling for daily commuting
  • Consistent performance throughout the tire's lifespan

Cons

  • Rapid tread wear reported by performance-oriented drivers
  • Insufficient traction for high-horsepower or sports vehicles
  • Increased noise and vibration as the tread depth decreases
  • Limited availability in certain markets and sizes

Observations

  • High-performance vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) struggle with off-the-line traction, suggesting the tire is better suited for standard passenger cars than high-torque sports models.
  • Owners of older luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus SC430) appreciate the stiff sidewall construction for maintaining handling precision and preventing tramlining.
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 B · Dunlop SP Sport 300
CategorySummer Extreme Performance tiresAll Season Touring tires
Vehicle typeMotorcyclePassenger Car / Crossover
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Bridgestone

Dunlop

Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 300 if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire A You enjoy sharp, responsive handling

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 90 vs 62 on handling.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 81 on dry.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Dunlop SP Sport 300 scores 76 vs 64 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 80 vs 72 on comfort.

Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport 300

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.