85
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
91/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso III — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 — better comfort, dry and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso III if wet 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 Racing R11 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Racing R11 | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso III leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Racing R11 | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 77 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Racing R11 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Racing R11 | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Battlax Racing R11 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Racing R11 | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Racing R11 | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 85 | 82 |
| Dry | 100 | 90 |
| Wet | 70 | 77 |
| Comfort | 100 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 80 | 75 |
| Handling | 90 | 90 |
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Headline score
85
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 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 Racing R11 is highly regarded by track-focused riders as a significant performance upgrade over OEM-fitted tires. Users consistently report improved handling characteristics and confidence when transitioning to this dedicated racing compound.
Pros
- Superior grip levels compared to standard OEM tires
- Enhanced handling and cornering confidence
- Strong performance pedigree for track-day applications
Cons
- Limited longevity due to the soft racing compound
- Requires specific tire warmers for optimal performance
- Not suitable for street-only commuting or wet weather conditions
Observations
- Users transitioning from sport-touring or OEM-specific tires (such as the Dunlop D214) report a transformative improvement in track-day agility.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso III is widely regarded as a high-performance sport tire that excels in providing predictable grip, excellent feedback, and confidence-inspiring wet-weather handling. While users consistently praise its agility and performance on twisty roads, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some riders experiencing rapid wear compared to more specialized track-focused or touring alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and predictable handling at various lean angles
- Improved wet-weather performance compared to more aggressive track-oriented tires
- Fast warm-up times providing immediate confidence
- High level of rider feedback and stability under heavy braking
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature rear tire wear
- Potential for rapid degradation under aggressive riding styles
- Isolated reports of structural issues such as delamination
Observations
- Sportbike riders (Ducati 959 Panigale, Yamaha R1) report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle aggressive cornering and track-day usage.
- Users transitioning from touring-oriented tires (e.g., Scorpion Trail) to the Rosso III note a significant increase in agility and cornering capability, though at the expense of touring longevity.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
85
/ 100
Bridgestone
82
/ 100
Pirelli
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 — better comfort, dry and treadwear. Pick the Pirelli Diablo Rosso III if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 scores 100 vs 88 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 scores 100 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III scores 77 vs 70 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11 scores 80 vs 75 on treadwear.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Racing R11
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso III
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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.