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 Sportmax D207e — 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
54
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
53/100
6 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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 25
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 68 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 17
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 57 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 23
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 57 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 21
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 43 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 37
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 53 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | Dunlop Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 54 |
| Dry | 93 | 68 |
| Wet | 74 | 57 |
| Comfort | 80 | 57 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 43 |
| Handling | 90 | 53 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
54
/ 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 Sportmax D207e receives a polarized reception, with users frequently citing significant concerns regarding longevity and wet-weather performance. While a minority of riders appreciate the tire's grip and feedback, the general consensus points toward a dated product that struggles with inconsistent warm-up times and rapid tread wear.
Pros
- Satisfactory dry-weather grip for some riding styles
- Predictable feedback reported by select users
- High durability in terms of tread depth for specific, less aggressive riders
Cons
- Extremely poor tread life and premature squaring off
- Unreliable performance in wet conditions
- Slow warm-up times and lack of temperature retention
- Lack of confidence-inspiring feedback for spirited riding
Observations
- Users on smaller displacement bikes reported surprising loss of traction, suggesting the tire may not be suited for lighter chassis dynamics.
- High-performance sportbike owners noted that the tire's performance characteristics are significantly outclassed by modern dual-compound alternatives.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | B · Dunlop Sportmax D207e |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
54
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 — better handling, dry and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 90 vs 53 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 68 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 80 vs 57 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 64 vs 43 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
Tire B · Dunlop Sportmax D207e
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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.