81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
88/100
5 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Bridgestone Battlax SC vs Michelin City Grip 2 — 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
92
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
93/100
7 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Michelin City Grip 2 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax SC if comfort, handling and dry matter 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 SC leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 96 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
City Grip 2 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 94 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
City Grip 2 leads by 30
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 90 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 93 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax SC | Michelin City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 92 |
| Dry | 100 | 96 |
| Wet | 74 | 94 |
| Comfort | 94 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 90 |
| Handling | 98 | 93 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
92
/ 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 SC is highly regarded for its superior dry grip and refined handling characteristics, offering a significant performance upgrade over stock scooter tires. While riders praise its confidence-inspiring lean angles and smooth ride quality, the consensus is tempered by concerns regarding the rear tire's relatively short service life.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and cornering stability
- Improved ride comfort and smoothness over uneven pavement
- Predictable handling and feedback compared to stock alternatives
Cons
- Rapid rear tire wear
- Limited longevity, often requiring replacement in under 3,000 miles
- High frequency of replacement intervals for daily riders
Observations
- Users operating the Yamaha Xmax 300 report rear tire longevity issues, specifically noting a lifespan of approximately 2,600 to 3,000 miles.
The Michelin City Grip 2 is widely regarded as a superior upgrade over OEM scooter tires, offering significant improvements in cornering confidence and wet-weather performance. Users consistently praise its predictable handling and enhanced grip, though experiences regarding ride comfort and road feedback remain somewhat polarized.
Pros
- Exceptional grip and stability during cornering
- Strong performance in wet weather conditions
- Predictable handling and improved road feedback
- Noticeable performance upgrade over stock scooter tires
Cons
- Requires a short warm-up period to reach optimal stickiness
- Can feel stiff or transmit excessive road imperfections
- Front tire wear can be accelerated on heavier scooter models
Observations
- Users on Vespa models report high satisfaction with cornering confidence and reduced bumpiness on rough roads.
- Owners of heavier scooters, such as the Yamaha Tricity, note that front tire wear is more pronounced due to suspension weight distribution.
- Performance on small-diameter wheels (12-inch) is noted as highly effective, providing braking power that exceeds the limits of standard scooter suspension components.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax SC | B · Michelin City Grip 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
92
/ 100
Michelin
Winner: Michelin City Grip 2 — better treadwear and wet. Pick the Bridgestone Battlax SC if comfort, handling and dry matter most to you.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Michelin City Grip 2 scores 90 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Michelin City Grip 2 scores 94 vs 74 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 94 vs 86 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 98 vs 93 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax SC
Tire B · Michelin City Grip 2
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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.