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 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II — 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.
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80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
82/100
19 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Battlax SC and Pirelli Diablo Rosso II are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax SC is stronger on handling, dry and comfort. Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is stronger on treadwear.
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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 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 8
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 86 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso II leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 84 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax SC | Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 80 |
| Dry | 100 | 90 |
| Wet | 74 | 73 |
| Comfort | 94 | 86 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 75 |
| Handling | 98 | 84 |
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81
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is widely regarded as a high-performance sport tire that excels in dry-weather grip, rapid warm-up times, and rider feedback. While it earns praise for its confidence-inspiring handling on sport bikes, user experiences regarding tread longevity and wet-weather performance are polarized, often depending heavily on bike weight and riding style.
Pros
- Exceptional dry-weather grip and cornering stability
- Rapid warm-up time for immediate performance
- Predictable handling and high levels of rider feedback
- Strong value proposition compared to premium competitors
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with reports of rapid center wear and cupping
- Polarized wet-weather performance ranging from 'glue-like' to 'dangerous'
- Tendency for the rear tire to square off over time
- Front tire profile can feel overly 'pointy' or aggressive for some riders
Observations
- Smaller displacement bikes (e.g., DRZ400SM, YZF-R25) report significantly higher mileage and longevity compared to high-horsepower sport bikes.
- High-horsepower motorcycles (e.g., ZX10R) experience rapid rear tire degradation, often requiring replacement in under 2,000 miles under spirited use.
- Some riders noted that the tire's profile on naked bikes can lead to overly quick turn-in characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax SC | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso II |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Bridgestone Battlax SC and Pirelli Diablo Rosso II are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax SC is stronger on handling, dry and comfort. Pirelli Diablo Rosso II is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Rosso II scores 75 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 98 vs 84 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 100 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 94 vs 86 on comfort.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax SC
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso II
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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.