84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
83/100
8 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 vs Continental ContiRoad Attack — 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%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
79/100
11 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Continental ContiRoad Attack if treadwear 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 Sport Touring T32 leads by 3
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Sport Touring T32 | ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 86 | 83 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 18
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Sport Touring T32 | ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 91 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 72 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 10
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Sport Touring T32 | ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 93 | 83 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
ContiRoad Attack leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Sport Touring T32 | ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 84 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Battlax Sport Touring T32 leads by 9
Why this score
| Source | Battlax Sport Touring T32 | ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 79 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 | Continental ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 84 | 80 |
| Dry | 86 | 83 |
| Wet | 90 | 72 |
| Comfort | 93 | 83 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 84 |
| Handling | 88 | 79 |
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84
/ 100
Tire A
80
/ 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 Sport Touring T32 is widely regarded as a high-performance touring tire that excels in wet-weather confidence and handling agility. While most riders praise its stability and transformative effect on bike handling, there is a notable consensus regarding its relatively short tread life and occasional concerns about rear-end grip during aggressive dry-weather riding.
Pros
- Exceptional wet-weather performance and rider confidence
- Noticeable improvement in handling and steering agility
- High-speed stability even when carrying heavy luggage
- Consistent performance across a wide range of temperatures
Cons
- Disappointing tread longevity, particularly for heavy touring bikes
- Reports of rear-end sliding during aggressive dry-weather cornering
- Noticeable drop-off in performance as the tire reaches the end of its life
Observations
- Riders of heavy touring motorcycles, such as the BMW R1200RT, report significantly faster rear tire wear compared to previous generation tires.
- The T32GT variant is specifically noted for providing lighter, more responsive steering compared to competitor tires on heavy touring platforms.
The Continental ContiRoad Attack is widely regarded as a high-performance sport-touring tire that excels in dry-weather handling and offers a unique 'cold-mould' construction that minimizes warm-up time. While the majority of users praise its agility and confidence-inspiring feedback, a minority of riders report inconsistent wet-weather performance and issues with front-end stability or cupping as the tire reaches the end of its service life.
Pros
- Minimal warm-up time due to advanced construction technology
- Excellent dry-weather grip and cornering agility
- Strong longevity and consistent performance over high mileage
- Predictable handling characteristics that inspire rider confidence
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance reported by some users
- Potential for front-end cupping or vibration as the tire wears
- Handling can feel overly aggressive or 'twitchy' for riders accustomed to more neutral profiles
- Limited off-road capability, prone to sliding on loose surfaces
Observations
- Users on heavier sport-touring machines like the ZZR noted that the tire's profile significantly quickens steering response compared to OEM alternatives.
- Riders on dual-sport or adventure-style bikes (e.g., KTM 1190, DRZ SM) noted that while excellent on pavement, the tire is not suitable for sandy or loose off-road conditions.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 | B · Continental ContiRoad Attack |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
84
/ 100
Bridgestone
80
/ 100
Continental
Winner: Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 — better wet, comfort and handling. Pick the Continental ContiRoad Attack if treadwear matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 90 vs 72 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Continental ContiRoad Attack scores 84 vs 69 on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 93 vs 83 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32 scores 88 vs 79 on handling.
Tire A · Bridgestone Battlax Sport Touring T32
Tire B · Continental ContiRoad Attack
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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.