Summer tire Updated September 2026

Dunlop ScootSmart review

Name: Dunlop ScootSmart
Brand: Dunlop

± 8

Relative score from owner reviews only Provisional

Owners 46 · 8 reviews analysed

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Dunlop ScootSmart has a Relative Score of 53 out of 100 among summer tires. 8 owner reviews rate it 46 out of 100. 27% would buy it again.

What owners say

No road-test results yet, so every score here comes from owner reviews found online.

How scores work

Relative score: 0–100. Blends road tests (60%) and owner reviews (40%) category by category, the same way on every TireWheelGuide page. With only one of the two, the missing half is estimated from it, so the score stays closer to average. It needs at least one road test or five owner reviews.
Road tests: 0–100 per score, from published tests, newer tests counting more. Each result is compared with every other tire in the same test, so a win against a strong field counts for more. The average tested tire gets 70, the best 100; with only one or two tests a tire stays nearer 70. The discipline rows show % of the best tire in that test.
Owner reviews: 0–100 from the owner reviews we found online, adjusted for how generously each site rates and scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70. With only a few reviews a tire stays near the average.

Full methodology

By owner reviews

46/100

From 8 owner reviews analysed, scaled like the road tests: the average tested tire gets 70.

Would buy again 27%

Dry

Overall dry

Wet

Overall wet

Comfort

Overall comfort

Treadwear

Overall treadwear

Handling

Overall handling

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What owners like and dislike

Themes extracted from 8 owner reviews found online.

The Dunlop ScootSmart receives a polarized reception, with users praising its dry-weather handling and longevity while expressing significant concerns regarding wet-weather performance and puncture resistance. While some riders appreciate the sporty feel and durability, a recurring sentiment suggests that the tire's compound may be inconsistent or unsuitable for varied road conditions, leading to a lack of confidence in wet environments.

Pros

Strong grip and predictable handling in dry conditions
Impressive tread longevity and wear resistance
Sporty handling characteristics that inspire confidence in fair weather

Cons

Poor traction and frequent slippage on wet surfaces
High susceptibility to punctures from small debris
Harsh ride quality that transmits road imperfections
Potential quality control issues regarding tire balance

Worth knowing

Users reported that wet-weather performance degrades noticeably when carrying a pillion passenger.
The tire's compound is perceived as overly sensitive to cold temperatures, leading to a 'plastic' feel and reduced grip.