Eurogrip Roadhound Review – Long Term Test

Huge thanks to Eurogrip for supplying me with a pair of Eurogrip Roadhound sports touring tyres for my Suzuki GSX650F (120/70/17 + 160/60/17).

This will be an ongoing blog review as I move from my Bridgestone Battlax T32 tyres over to the Roadhounds and continue putting miles on them in all conditions.

The Technical Bits

Quadrazone compound technology features four compound zones working together to ensure optimal performance and extended tyre durability.

• The surface layer uses a dual-compound setup: harder in the centre for mileage and stability, softer on the shoulders for improved grip while leaning.
• An additional inner compound layer improves overall stability in all riding conditions.
• Compound wings on the sidewall help reduce vibration and heat build-up.

Zero-degree steel belt technology promotes excellent high-speed stability by helping the tyre retain its optimal profile under heavy forces. This reduces self-righting effect, limits tyre heating, and improves trajectory precision.

The Fitting

When browsing the Eurogrip images, I was really drawn to the white lettering on the tyre sidewalls. Although the Roadhound tyres don’t come with this feature as standard, I decided to add it myself using a white paint pen — and honestly, they look fantastic.

Fitting the Roadhound tyres was surprisingly straightforward. The flexible sidewalls and quality construction made mounting easy, and the beads seated perfectly with very little effort.

First 100 Miles – First Thoughts

Scrubbing these tyres in during winter has definitely been interesting. It always seemed to be wet, making it almost impossible to get those first 100 dry miles done properly.

Leaving the fitting centre in Telford, I did have the rear step out slightly — although that was probably more down to my throttle control than the tyre itself!

Apart from that, it’s been great getting back onto a tyre with a steeper profile. The bike feels eager to tip into corners again compared to the Bridgestone T32s.

On the better days when the roads weren’t icy and miserable, the tyres felt genuinely enjoyable and confidence inspiring.

Finally Scrubbed In

The shiny black release layer is finally gone, replaced with a grippy grey finish that instantly boosts confidence.

Thanks to the steeper profile compared to the T32, the Roadhounds feel fantastic in corners and allow for noticeably more lean angle.

I genuinely couldn’t wait for warmer weather so I could start taking these tyres on some proper adventures.

The Weather Finally Improved

After months of waiting, the decent weather finally returned and I managed my first camping weekend trip of 2025.

The tyres performed brilliantly throughout the trip, gripping confidently even at higher speeds with the bike leaned over.

By this point, I felt far more comfortable and confident riding on them compared to those first early miles.

Unexpected Off-Road Capability

I’ll admit it — sporty touring tyres aren’t exactly designed for exploring rough tracks and muddy trails, but most of my riding adventures involve finding scenic routes and hidden camping spots.

While they’re definitely not Karoo4 adventure tyres, the Roadhounds actually handled grass, light gravel, and mild trails much better than expected.

Naturally, I kept things steady and sensible, but I came away impressed with how capable they felt outside their intended use.

4,600 Mile Update

It’s been several months since the previous update and I’ve now covered around 4,600 miles on the Roadhounds.

The tyres are approaching their wear markers, and interestingly the front has worn faster than the rear — something I didn’t expect.

For comparison, I managed around 6,600 miles from my Bridgestone T32 tyres.

The biggest difference I’ve noticed is longevity. While the Roadhounds have performed really well overall, they don’t quite match the mileage offered by the T32s.

That said, I still reckon there are a few hundred miles left before they’re completely done.

Final Thoughts

The value offered by the Eurogrip Roadhounds is genuinely impressive.

They’re a budget-friendly sports touring tyre that performs far above what you’d expect for the price, delivering reliable grip and confidence in all weather conditions.

If you’ve spoken to me while getting tyres fitted recently, there’s a good chance I’ve already recommended them.

Would I buy them again? Absolutely.