93
/ 100
Objective (60%)
–/100
No test data yet
User signal (40%)
94/100
2 owner reviews
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Updated September 2026
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 vs Vredestein Sportrac 5 — 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
83
/ 100
Objective (60%)
72/100
2 professional tests
User signal (40%)
85/100
101 owner reviews
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VerdictWinner: Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 — better dry, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
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Category breakdown
6 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)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 22
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 71 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | 100 | 88 |
Wet
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 86 |
| Tyre Reviews owners | – | 85 |
Comfort
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 6
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 84 |
Noise
Score (0–100)
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Professional tests (TWG score) | – | 26 |
Treadwear
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 4
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 90 | 86 |
Handling
Score (0–100)
Viper Xtreme AV62 leads by 12
Why this score
| Source | Viper Xtreme AV62 | Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Tyre Reviews owners | 95 | 83 |
| DriverReviews owners | – | 86 |
Scores at a glance
| Category | Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 | Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Relative Score | 93 | 83 |
| Dry | 100 | 78 |
| Wet | – | 86 |
| Comfort | 90 | 84 |
| Noise | – | 26 |
| Treadwear | 90 | 86 |
| Handling | 95 | 83 |
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Headline score
93
/ 100
Tire A
83
/ 100
Tire B
Only categories both tires have data for count toward the headline score.
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Pros, cons & observations
Themes extracted from owner reviews across retailers and review sites — not the opinion of TireWheelGuide.
The Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 is highly regarded by motorcycle enthusiasts as a capable performance tire that bridges the gap between fast road use and track day duty. Users consistently praise its predictable handling and durability, noting that it performs exceptionally well even when compared to premium track-focused alternatives.
Pros
- Excellent grip and predictable handling characteristics
- Impressive tread longevity compared to dedicated track tires
- High value-for-money proposition
- Stable performance under spirited riding conditions
Cons
- More suited for fast road riding than pure, high-intensity track competition
- May not meet the extreme performance demands of professional-level track riders
Observations
- Users report the tire performs reliably on track-oriented motorcycles, often serving as a viable alternative to premium racing compounds like the Dunlop or Bridgestone equivalents.
The Vredestein Sportrac 5 is widely regarded as a high-value, versatile summer tire that excels in dry and wet grip, comfort, and longevity. While the majority of users praise its balanced performance and responsiveness, a minority of enthusiasts find the sidewalls too soft for spirited driving, leading to vague steering feedback and a lack of precision in performance-oriented applications.
Pros
- Excellent grip in both dry and wet conditions
- High tread life and durability
- Strong value proposition compared to premium brands
- Quiet and comfortable ride quality
- Effective braking performance
Cons
- Soft sidewalls can lead to vague steering feel and lack of precision
- Increased road noise as the tire ages and rubber hardens
- Some reports of poor performance in deep standing water (aquaplaning)
- Not suitable for dedicated track or aggressive sports driving
Observations
- Drivers of small, lightweight vehicles occasionally report issues with understeer and a lack of steering feedback.
- Users with heavier vehicles or those driving in high-temperature climates (e.g., Dubai, India) report impressive longevity and consistent performance over high mileage.
- Some owners of performance-oriented cars note that the tire's soft construction compromises the vehicle's handling characteristics.
Specifications
Specs side by side
| Attribute | A · Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 | B · Vredestein Sportrac 5 |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Summer Trackday and Competition tires | Summer High Performance tires |
| Vehicle type | Motorcycle | Passenger Car / Crossover |
Final verdict
Which one should you actually buy?
93
/ 100
Avon
83
/ 100
Vredestein
Winner: Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 — better dry, handling and comfort. It leads or ties in every category we score.
Pick tire A
You want the most grip on dry roads
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 100 vs 78 on dry.
Pick tire A
You enjoy sharp, responsive handling
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 95 vs 83 on handling.
Pick tire A
You want the most comfortable ride
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 90 vs 84 on comfort.
Pick tire A
You want the longest tread life
Avon Viper Xtreme AV62 scores 90 vs 86 on treadwear.
Tire A · Avon Viper Xtreme AV62
Tire B · Vredestein Sportrac 5
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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.