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 September 2026
Bridgestone Battlax SC vs Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC — Compared (September 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
80
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
83/100
1 owner review
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Bridgestone Battlax SC and Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax SC is stronger on handling and comfort. Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC is stronger on treadwear and wet.
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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 1
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 98 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 100 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Diablo Supercorsa SC leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 74 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 14
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 94 | 80 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Supercorsa SC leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 60 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax SC leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Battlax SC | Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 98 | 80 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax SC | Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 80 |
| Dry | 100 | 99 |
| Wet | 74 | 80 |
| Comfort | 94 | 80 |
| Treadwear | 60 | 70 |
| Handling | 98 | 80 |
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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 Supercorsa SC is highly regarded for its exceptional grip and rapid warm-up characteristics, making it a top-tier choice for performance-oriented riding. Users report a confidence-inspiring experience in corners, though the tire's aggressive compound naturally leads to a relatively short lifespan.
Pros
- Exceptional cornering grip and traction
- Rapid warm-up time
- Consistent and predictable handling feedback
- Reliable performance even in wet conditions
Cons
- Rapid tread wear leading to short service life
- Front tire may reach wear indicators significantly faster than the rear
Observations
- Users on middleweight sportbikes like the Triumph Daytona 675 report achieving approximately 5,000 miles of total service life.
- The tire maintains stable performance characteristics even as it approaches the legal tread wear limit.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax SC | B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer High Performance tires | Summer Trackday and Competition 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 Supercorsa SC are within 2 points overall. Bridgestone Battlax SC is stronger on handling and comfort. Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC is stronger on treadwear and wet.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 98 vs 80 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax SC scores 94 vs 80 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC scores 70 vs 60 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC scores 80 vs 74 on wet.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax SC
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Supercorsa SC
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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.