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 SportSmart MK3 — 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
90
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
3 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SportSmart MK3 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 if dry 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 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Hypersport S22 leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 100 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 36
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 64 | 100 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportSmart MK3 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Hypersport S22 | SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 93 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | Dunlop SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 78 | 90 |
| Dry | 93 | 90 |
| Wet | 74 | 73 |
| Comfort | 80 | 100 |
| Treadwear | 64 | 100 |
| Handling | 90 | 93 |
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Headline score
78
/ 100
Tire A
90
/ 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 Dunlop SportSmart MK3 is generally regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in aggressive road riding conditions. While users praise its longevity and exceptional grip once at operating temperature, there are noted limitations regarding its performance in cold or suboptimal road surfaces.
Pros
- Excellent grip levels when tires are at operating temperature
- Impressive tread longevity for a sport-oriented tire
- Highly capable performance for spirited road riding
Cons
- Reduced traction in cold weather conditions
- Noticeable loss of grip on dirty or compromised road surfaces
Observations
- Performance characteristics are highly optimized for dry, warm-weather road racing environments.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 | B · Dunlop SportSmart MK3 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Extreme Performance tires | Summer Ultra High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
78
/ 100
Bridgestone
90
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SportSmart MK3 — better treadwear, comfort and handling. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 if dry matters most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 100 vs 64 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 100 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22 scores 93 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SportSmart MK3 scores 93 vs 90 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Hypersport S22
Tire B · Dunlop SportSmart MK3
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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.