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Head-to-head Updated May 2026

Continental ContiSport Attack vs Dunlop GP Racer D212 — 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.

Tire A Continental

Continental ContiSport Attack

Summer Ultra High Performance tires

Continental ContiSport Attack tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
84/100
7 owner reviews
Dry
94
Wet
74
Comfort
86
Treadwear
74
Handling
91

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VS
Tire B Dunlop

Dunlop GP Racer D212

Summer Trackday and Competition tires

Dunlop GP Racer D212 tread pattern
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
81/100
1 owner review
Dry
90
Wet
60
Comfort
70
Treadwear
80
Handling
90

Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.

VerdictWinner: Continental ContiSport Attack — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Dunlop GP Racer D212 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

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ContiSport Attack leads by 4
A — Continental ContiSport Attack
94
B — Dunlop GP Racer D212
90
Why this score
SourceContiSport AttackGP Racer D212
Tyre Reviews owners 94 90

Wet

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) ContiSport Attack leads by 14
A — Continental ContiSport Attack
74
B — Dunlop GP Racer D212
60
Why this score
SourceContiSport AttackGP Racer D212
Tyre Reviews owners 74 60

Comfort

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ContiSport Attack leads by 16
A — Continental ContiSport Attack
86
B — Dunlop GP Racer D212
70
Why this score
SourceContiSport AttackGP Racer D212
Tyre Reviews owners 86 70

Treadwear

Weight: Important
Score (0–100) GP Racer D212 leads by 6
A — Continental ContiSport Attack
74
B — Dunlop GP Racer D212
80
Why this score
SourceContiSport AttackGP Racer D212
Tyre Reviews owners 74 80

Handling

Weight: Neutral
Score (0–100) ContiSport Attack leads by 1
A — Continental ContiSport Attack
91
B — Dunlop GP Racer D212
90
Why this score
SourceContiSport AttackGP Racer D212
Tyre Reviews owners 91 90

Scores at a glance

Continental ContiSport Attack vs Dunlop GP Racer D212: scores by category (0–100)
CategoryContinental ContiSport AttackDunlop GP Racer D212
Relative Score 82 76
Dry 94 90
Wet 74 60
Comfort 86 70
Treadwear 74 80
Handling 91 90

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Tire A

Tire B

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Pros, cons & observations

Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.

Tire A Continental ContiSport Attack

The Continental ContiSport Attack is widely regarded as a high-performance tire that excels in dry-weather handling, cornering stability, and predictable feedback. While users consistently praise its track-capable grip and agility, there is a clear divide regarding longevity, with some riders experiencing rapid tread wear depending on bike weight and riding style.

Pros

  • Exceptional dry-weather grip and cornering confidence
  • Fast warm-up time
  • Predictable handling characteristics
  • Strong performance on track and spirited canyon riding

Cons

  • Short tread life, particularly under aggressive use
  • Inconsistent wet-weather performance compared to dedicated touring tires
  • Potential for rapid center-tread degradation

Observations

  • Lighter motorcycles like the Suzuki SV650 report significantly better mileage (up to 12,500km front) compared to high-output sportbikes like the ZX10R.
  • Users noted that the tire's performance profile is better suited for canyon carving and track use than for high-mileage commuting.
Tire B Dunlop GP Racer D212

The Dunlop GP Racer D212 is highly regarded by supersport riders for its exceptional grip and agility, offering a performance level significantly beyond standard road-legal tires. While users praise its track-oriented handling characteristics, they note that the premium price point reflects its specialized nature.

Pros

  • Exceptional mechanical grip compared to standard road tires
  • High-performance handling and agility for deep lean angles
  • Precise turn-in characteristics
  • Confidence-inspiring feedback during spirited riding

Cons

  • High purchase price
  • Limited longevity compared to touring-oriented rubber

Observations

  • Specifically noted for superior performance on supersport motorcycles
  • Highly effective for riders prioritizing track-day capability over long-distance mileage
Specifications

Specs side by side

Attribute A · Continental ContiSport Attack B · Dunlop GP Racer D212
CategorySummer Ultra High Performance tiresSummer Trackday and Competition tires
Vehicle typeMotorcycleMotorcycle
Final verdict

Which one should you actually buy?

Continental

Dunlop

Winner: Continental ContiSport Attack — better comfort, wet and dry. Pick the Dunlop GP Racer D212 if treadwear matters most to you.

Pick tire A You want the most comfortable ride

Continental ContiSport Attack scores 86 vs 70 on comfort.

Pick tire A Your priority is wet-weather safety

Continental ContiSport Attack scores 74 vs 60 on wet.

Pick tire B You want the longest tread life

Dunlop GP Racer D212 scores 80 vs 74 on treadwear.

Pick tire A You want the most grip on dry roads

Continental ContiSport Attack scores 94 vs 90 on dry.

Tire A · Continental ContiSport Attack
Tire B · Dunlop GP Racer D212

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.