89
/ 100
Objective (60%)
74/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
90/100
1 owner review
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 vs Dunlop Trailmax Meridian — 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%)
84/100
2 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop Trailmax Meridian if comfort 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)
ContiRoadAttack 3 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | ContiRoadAttack 3 | Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 100 | – |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
ContiRoadAttack 3 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | ContiRoadAttack 3 | Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Trailmax Meridian leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | ContiRoadAttack 3 | Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 80 | 85 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | ContiRoadAttack 3 | Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 70 | 70 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
ContiRoadAttack 3 leads by 15
Why this score
| Source | ContiRoadAttack 3 | Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 85 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 | Dunlop Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 89 | 80 |
| Dry | 100 | 85 |
| Wet | 100 | 80 |
| Comfort | 80 | 85 |
| Treadwear | 70 | 70 |
| Handling | 100 | 85 |
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Headline score
89
/ 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 Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 is highly regarded as an exceptional performer for tarmac-focused riding, offering confidence-inspiring grip and handling. Users emphasize that it is strictly a road-oriented tire and performs poorly when subjected to off-road or gravel conditions.
Pros
- Excellent grip and performance on paved surfaces
- High level of rider confidence
- Well-suited for sport-touring applications
Cons
- Not suitable for off-road or gravel terrain
- Susceptible to rapid tread damage when used on unpaved surfaces
Observations
- Performance is optimized specifically for tarmac use, with users noting significant durability issues when taken off-road.
The Dunlop Trailmax Meridian is highly regarded by adventure motorcycle riders, particularly those transitioning from premium competitors like the Michelin Road 5 Trail. Users report that the tire offers performance parity or superiority, making it a strong contender for high-performance adventure touring bikes.
Pros
- Excellent handling characteristics comparable to top-tier competitors
- Strong performance on heavy adventure motorcycles
- High level of rider confidence and reliability
Observations
- Users specifically noted high satisfaction when fitted to the BMW R1250GS platform.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 | B · Dunlop Trailmax Meridian |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | All Season All Terrain and Off Road tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
89
/ 100
Continental
80
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 — better wet, dry and handling. Pick the Dunlop Trailmax Meridian if comfort matters most to you.
Pick tire A
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 scores 100 vs 80 on wet.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 scores 100 vs 85 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Continental ContiRoadAttack 3 scores 100 vs 85 on handling.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop Trailmax Meridian scores 85 vs 80 on comfort.
Tire A · Continental ContiRoadAttack 3
Tire B · Dunlop Trailmax Meridian
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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.