81
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
9 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated May 2026
Avon 3D Ultra Sport vs Pirelli Diablo Rosso III — 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
82
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
83/100
9 owner reviews
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictToo close to call: Avon 3D Ultra Sport and Pirelli Diablo Rosso III are within 2 points overall. Avon 3D Ultra Sport is stronger on dry. Pirelli Diablo Rosso III is stronger on treadwear.
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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)
3D Ultra Sport leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 96 | 90 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 77 | 77 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 88 | 88 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso III leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 69 | 75 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Diablo Rosso III leads by 1
Why this score
| Source | 3D Ultra Sport | Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 89 | 90 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon 3D Ultra Sport | Pirelli Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 81 | 82 |
| Dry | 96 | 90 |
| Wet | 77 | 77 |
| Comfort | 88 | 88 |
| Treadwear | 69 | 75 |
| Handling | 89 | 90 |
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Headline score
81
/ 100
Tire A
82
/ 100
Tire B
From owners
Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon 3D Ultra Sport is highly regarded by motorcycle riders for its exceptional feedback, confidence-inspiring grip, and predictable handling characteristics. While it excels in dry conditions and offers a quick warm-up time, users note that its performance comes at the cost of relatively rapid rear tire wear.
Pros
- Excellent rider feedback and communication
- Predictable and linear handling in corners
- Fast warm-up times
- High levels of dry grip and stability
Cons
- Rapid rear tire wear, particularly under spirited riding
- Mixed performance on damp or wet surfaces
- Shorter overall service life compared to premium touring-oriented tires
Observations
- Users report the tire performs exceptionally well on high-horsepower naked bikes and middleweight sport machines.
- Riders noted that the tire profile allows for neutral, easy turn-in, which benefits bikes with modern, agile running gear.
The Pirelli Diablo Rosso III is widely regarded as a high-performance sport tire that excels in providing predictable grip, excellent feedback, and confidence-inspiring wet-weather handling. While users consistently praise its agility and performance on twisty roads, there is a notable divide regarding tread longevity, with some riders experiencing rapid wear compared to more specialized track-focused or touring alternatives.
Pros
- Exceptional dry grip and predictable handling at various lean angles
- Improved wet-weather performance compared to more aggressive track-oriented tires
- Fast warm-up times providing immediate confidence
- High level of rider feedback and stability under heavy braking
Cons
- Inconsistent tread life, with some users reporting premature rear tire wear
- Potential for rapid degradation under aggressive riding styles
- Isolated reports of structural issues such as delamination
Observations
- Sportbike riders (Ducati 959 Panigale, Yamaha R1) report high satisfaction with the tire's ability to handle aggressive cornering and track-day usage.
- Users transitioning from touring-oriented tires (e.g., Scorpion Trail) to the Rosso III note a significant increase in agility and cornering capability, though at the expense of touring longevity.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon 3D Ultra Sport | B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso III |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Ultra High Performance tires | Summer Max Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Motorcycle |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
81
/ 100
Avon
82
/ 100
Pirelli
Too close to call: Avon 3D Ultra Sport and Pirelli Diablo Rosso III are within 2 points overall. Avon 3D Ultra Sport is stronger on dry. Pirelli Diablo Rosso III is stronger on treadwear.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon 3D Ultra Sport scores 96 vs 90 on dry.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Pirelli Diablo Rosso III scores 75 vs 69 on treadwear.
Tire A · Avon 3D Ultra Sport
Tire B · Pirelli Diablo Rosso III
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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.