68
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
68/100
4 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Dunlop RoadSmart II vs Dunlop SportSmart 2 — 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.
VS
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
85/100
4 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Dunlop SportSmart 2 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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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)
SportSmart 2 leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | RoadSmart II | SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 87 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
SportSmart 2 leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | RoadSmart II | SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 53 | 73 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
SportSmart 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | RoadSmart II | SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 68 | 90 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
SportSmart 2 leads by 5
Why this score
| Source | RoadSmart II | SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 78 | 83 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
SportSmart 2 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | RoadSmart II | SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 75 | 97 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Dunlop RoadSmart II | Dunlop SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 68 | 84 |
| Dry | 68 | 87 |
| Wet | 53 | 73 |
| Comfort | 68 | 90 |
| Treadwear | 78 | 83 |
| Handling | 75 | 97 |
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Headline score
68
/ 100
Tire A
84
/ 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 RoadSmart II receives highly polarized feedback from riders, with experiences ranging from exceptional confidence to significant safety concerns. While some users praise its precision and grip in both dry and wet conditions, others report severe traction issues, particularly with the rear tire during spirited riding.
Pros
- High levels of dry and wet grip for sport-touring applications
- Excellent steering precision and rider feedback
- Inspires confidence in varied riding conditions for satisfied users
Cons
- Reported lack of rear tire traction during aggressive cornering
- Inconsistent performance leading to safety concerns in wet weather
- Perceived inferiority compared to competing sport-touring brands
Observations
- Positive performance noted on the Yamaha FZ1-S, suggesting suitability for certain naked sport-touring setups.
- Riders of heavier sport-touring motorcycles, such as the BMW R1100RT, reported significant instability and rear-end slippage.
The Dunlop SportSmart 2 is generally regarded as a capable sport-oriented tire that offers a strong balance of dry grip, quick warm-up times, and excellent feedback. While users appreciate its neutral handling and stable carcass, some riders note that its wet-weather performance, particularly regarding rear-end traction, may lag behind premium competitors like Michelin.
Pros
- Excellent dry grip and cornering stability
- Rapid warm-up time
- High level of road feedback and communication
- Neutral and predictable turn-in behavior
Cons
- Rear tire traction can be inconsistent in wet conditions
- Performance is perceived as only a marginal upgrade over lower-cost alternatives
- Outperformed in all-weather versatility by some rival brands
Observations
- Riders on high-torque sportbikes like the Honda SP1 and ZX10R report high confidence in the tire's carcass stability during aggressive cornering.
- Users on middleweight commuters like the F800R find the tire suitable for a mix of daily riding and spirited mountain canyon carving.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Dunlop RoadSmart II | B · Dunlop SportSmart 2 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Premium Touring tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
68
/ 100
Dunlop
84
/ 100
Dunlop
Winner: Dunlop SportSmart 2 — better comfort, handling and wet. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Dunlop SportSmart 2 scores 90 vs 68 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Dunlop SportSmart 2 scores 97 vs 75 on handling.
Pick tire B
Your priority is wet-weather safety
Dunlop SportSmart 2 scores 73 vs 53 on wet.
Pick tire B
You want the most grip on dry roads
Dunlop SportSmart 2 scores 87 vs 68 on dry.
Tire A · Dunlop RoadSmart II
Tire B · Dunlop SportSmart 2
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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.