180/55ZR17 73W TL BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22R

The BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S22 is Bridgestone’s premier tire for the modern street sport bike. Starting where the S21 left off, the S22 has improved both the compounds and pattern design, to promote better handling in all conditions, without compromising wear. The technical upgrades on the S22 show performance enhancements in all areas.*

• New front and rear compound improve the S22’s dry grip*
• New front and rear pattern design, and a new rear compound improves the overall wet grip*
• Improved handling response due to increased pattern rigidity*

* Versus the Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S21

Product concept
The concept was to take all the positives of the S21 and make them even better. Focus on rider feedback and cornering performance to always feel the connection to the road, in every aspect of riding.

Technical aims

• Upgrade the wet grip/handling performance overall
• Increase handling lightness for additional sporty feel
• Increase the cornering speed
• No sacrifice on wear life

Methodology

• Increased wet performance
• New tread structures in 3LC and 5LC
• New Compounds
• •ncrease adhesion area in contact surface

* Versus the Bridgestone BATTLAX HYPERSPORT S21