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 May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 vs Dunlop SP Sport 3000 — 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
73
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
67/100
20 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 3000 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
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 81 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 64 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 69 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Sport 3000 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 66 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 26
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 64 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | Dunlop SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 73 |
| Dry | 93 | 85 |
| Wet | 74 | 74 |
| Comfort | 80 | 76 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 70 |
| Handling | 90 | 64 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
73
/ 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 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 Dunlop SP Sport 3000 is generally regarded as a competent, comfortable, and quiet summer tire that excels in dry road performance and ride quality. While many users appreciate its handling characteristics and refinement, the consensus is heavily polarized by inconsistent tread life and significant performance degradation in wet or cold conditions as the tire wears.
Pros
- Excellent dry road grip and handling precision
- High levels of cabin comfort and low noise output
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
- Predictable and progressive feedback in dry conditions
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on high-performance vehicles
- Significant loss of wet-weather traction as tread depth decreases
- Poor performance in cold, snowy, or icy conditions
- Inconsistent longevity across different vehicle platforms
Observations
- High-horsepower vehicles (e.g., C63s AMG) struggle with traction, suggesting the tire is ill-suited for high-torque applications.
- Drivers of luxury sedans (e.g., Lexus SC430) value the stiff sidewall construction for maintaining steering tracking and preventing tramlining.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | B · Dunlop SP Sport 3000 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | All Season High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
73
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. Pick the Dunlop SP Sport 3000 if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 90 vs 64 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 85 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SP Sport 3000 scores 70 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 80 vs 76 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
Tire B · Dunlop SP Sport 3000
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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.