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Moto GP technology for everyone – promises Bridgestone. Since the BT16 Pro admits this season is anything to pick up something, but bring a brand new colleagues Supersport tires improves the performance of the test winner again: the Battlax S20.


n the development of the S20 in the foreground were three things: level of grip, handling and wet property. Overall Objective: To improve performance on wet and dry roads with improved handling characteristics throughout the life of the tires.

In order to grip in comparison to Pro BT16 to increase again, Bridgestone reached deep into their bag of tricks. To increase the liability at the expense of durability was an absolute no-go. A new compound and new profile design to provide the S20 is more contact area for both small and deep lean angles.

Especially in deep lean angles this leads to better stability. Same time, the S20 achieves a shorter warm-up time at low temperatures. The rubber compound is also essential for the further rise in wet responsible behavior. Wet grip and control in the border area were compared to the Pro BT16 be improved.

Thus doth the S20 his teammates, especially in the grip at the rear under acceleration and no chance.

But sporting enthusiasts on the road and track shines Battlax S20. In terms of grip and righting it makes the BT16 Pro is not a chance. In handling both lie close together, with slight advantages for the S20.The logical consequence: more sporty road-handling and faster lap times on the track.

In everyday life, yet no disadvantages to be feared. In conducted by Bridgestone wear tests of Battlax S20 was on exactly how the competitor out of the house. Hazards was a mix of highway, highway and city driving.