72
/ 100
Objective (60%)
76/100
6 professional tests
User signal (40%)
75/100
105 owner reviews
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Head-to-head
Updated September 2026
Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 vs Riken Raptor HR — 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
84
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
87/100
Owner ratings
Prices change daily — check the retailer for your size.
VerdictWinner: Riken Raptor HR — better comfort, noise and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
7 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)
Raptor HR leads by 7
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 82 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 92 | 90 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 84 | – |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Ventus S1 evo2 leads by 2
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 83 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 89 | 84 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 76 | – |
Snow
Score (0–100)
Raptor HR leads by 11
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | – | 72 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Raptor HR leads by 20
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 68 | – |
| Tire Rack owners | 85 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 72 | – |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Raptor HR leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | 70 | – |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Raptor HR leads by 19
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Tire Rack owners | 81 | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 66 | – |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Raptor HR leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Ventus S1 evo2 | Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 79 | – |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 | Riken Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 72 | 84 |
| Dry | 83 | 90 |
| Wet | 81 | 79 |
| Snow | 50 | 61 |
| Comfort | 70 | 90 |
| Noise | 70 | 89 |
| Treadwear | 68 | 87 |
| Handling | 79 | 91 |
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Headline score
72
/ 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 Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 is widely regarded as a high-performance summer tire that offers an excellent balance of dry and wet traction at a competitive price point. While many users praise its handling and value compared to premium rivals, consensus is divided regarding its longevity and susceptibility to sidewall damage, with some users reporting rapid tread wear and structural issues on rougher road surfaces.
Pros
- Strong dry and wet grip performance
- Excellent value for money compared to premium brands
- Responsive handling and steering feedback
- Generally quiet operation when new
Cons
- Rapid tread wear, particularly on heavier or high-performance vehicles
- Increased road noise as the tire ages
- Reports of fragile sidewalls prone to bulging or damage
- Performance degradation in cold or near-freezing temperatures
Observations
- Users with heavy SUVs and high-horsepower sedans frequently report significantly shorter tread life, often requiring replacement under 15,000 miles.
- Owners of premium German vehicles (Audi, BMW, Mercedes) note that while the tire is a capable OEM choice, it is often perceived as a 'downgrade' in comfort or longevity compared to top-tier Michelin or Continental alternatives.
- The foam-lined 'sound absorber' variants received mixed feedback, with some users reporting vibrations or balancing issues over time.
Not enough owner reviews yet to extract themes.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2 | B · Riken Raptor HR |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Max Performance tires | Grand Touring All-Season |
| Vehicle type | Passenger Car / Crossover | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
72
/ 100
Hankook
84
/ 100
Riken
Winner: Riken Raptor HR — better comfort, noise and treadwear. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire B
You want the most comfortable ride
Riken Raptor HR scores 90 vs 70 on comfort.
Pick tire B
You want a quieter cabin
Riken Raptor HR scores 89 vs 70 on noise.
Pick tire B
You want the longest tread life
Riken Raptor HR scores 87 vs 68 on treadwear.
Pick tire B
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Riken Raptor HR scores 91 vs 79 on handling.
Tire A · Hankook Ventus S1 evo2
Tire B · Riken Raptor HR
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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.