79
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
78/100
22 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Dunlop SP Touring R1 vs Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports — 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
71
/ 100
Objective (60%)
63/100
1 professional test
User signal (40%)
76/100
5 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports if wet 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)
SP Touring R1 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 63 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | 85 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Solus HS51 Harmony Sports leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 80 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 39
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 1 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 82 | 80 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SP Touring R1 leads by 16
Why this score
| Source | SP Touring R1 | Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 81 | 65 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop SP Touring R1 | Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 79 | 71 |
| Dry | 84 | 72 |
| Wet | 75 | 86 |
| Comfort | 76 | 37 |
| Treadwear | 82 | 80 |
| Handling | 81 | 65 |
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Headline score
79
/ 100
Tire A
71
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Dunlop SP Touring R1 is generally regarded as a reliable, budget-friendly touring tire that excels in longevity and comfort for daily family driving. While many users praise its dry-weather performance and value, there is a significant polarization regarding wet-weather safety, with some users reporting excellent traction and others describing it as inadequate.
Pros
- High tread longevity and durability
- Excellent value for money
- Comfortable and quiet ride quality
- Reliable dry-weather grip and braking
Cons
- Inconsistent wet-weather performance
- Reports of sidewall vulnerability
- Occasional road noise feedback
- Variability in actual tire width compared to specifications
Observations
- Users driving standard family vehicles and sedans (e.g., Toyota Corolla, Honda City) report high satisfaction for daily commuting.
- Some users noted that the physical width of the tire may measure narrower than the stated nominal size.
The Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports presents a polarizing experience, often praised for its comfort and value in general driving, yet criticized for significant handling instability in specific applications. While some users find them to be a superb mid-range upgrade, others report a disconcerting 'jelly-like' sidewall flex that severely compromises steering precision and dry grip.
Pros
- High level of ride comfort and low noise levels
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Strong wet weather performance
- Improved handling characteristics for van applications
Cons
- Excessive sidewall softness leading to a 'wobbling' or unstable sensation
- Noticeable decline in grip levels before the tread is fully worn
- Inconsistent handling performance depending on axle placement
- Limited durability under spirited driving conditions
Observations
- Lightweight vehicles, such as the Mazda MX-5, appear particularly sensitive to the tire's soft sidewall, resulting in reported handling instability.
- Users noted that the tire's performance characteristics are highly dependent on axle placement, with some experiencing 'dead' steering or lurching depending on front versus rear fitment.
- The tire is reported to perform well in van applications, specifically benefiting from higher load and speed ratings compared to competitors.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop SP Touring R1 | B · Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Premium Touring tires |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
79
/ 100
Dunlop
71
/ 100
Kumho
Winner: Dunlop SP Touring R1 — better comfort, handling and dry. Pick the Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports if wet matters most to you.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 76 vs 37 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 81 vs 65 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SP Touring R1 scores 84 vs 72 on dry.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports scores 86 vs 75 on wet.
Tire A · Dunlop SP Touring R1
Tire B · Kumho Solus HS51 Harmony Sports
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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.