BRIDGESTONE BATTLAX BT-014 BRINGS MOTOGP PERFORMANCE TO ROAD-GOING REPLICAS
15 April 2004 - Bridgestone UK Ltd

Incorporating technologies derived from Bridgestone’s MotoGP participation, the Battlax BT-014 radial series is designed to maximise the street performance of hyper-sport replica motorcycles.

The new range brings all-round improvements in wet and dry handling, grip, stability, durability and rider appeal.

New tread compounds and carcass constructions are used on both front and rear models – the latter
having a Cap and Base construction. That is an underlying layer that provides more effective shock
absorption. For optimal linearity, thecomplementary patterns employ a mix of groove directions to control deformation over a wide range of camber angles and speeds.
‘S’-shaped groove extensions in the central area of the front-wheel tread contribute to better steering
characteristics and reduced kick-back. For the rear tyre, however, chevron-shaped central lug grooves
ensure efficient water drainage and lower noise levels.

Bridgestone’s HTSPC (High Tensile Super Penetrated Cord) steel Mono Spiral Belt (MSB) construction gives increased compression stiffness to the casing of the rear BT-014, which reduces deformation in the contact patch of the tyre. In addition, strengthened bead reinforcement increases the resistance to lateral
deformation. Because the tyre is less affected by load variations, shape recovery is faster – resulting inhigher stability during cornering and at straight-line speeds.

This new tyre has been developed in close co-operation with Japanese and European motorcycle
manufacturers. Today we can confirm original equipment homologation on the all new Suzuki GSX-R 600 and 750, as well as on the stunning new Honda Fireblade.

For the replacement market, the Battlax BT-014 series are already available at dealerships.

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