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Battlax BT-016 Front Tire
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Product Description
Bridgestone brings you genuine MotoGP technology for the street with their new Battlax BT-016 Hypersport Performance Tires
  • New multi-compound technology derived from MotoGP delivers the grip performance demanded in every aspect – braking, maximum side grip in cornering, and strong traction at the exit of a corner
  • Front tire features dual compound (3LC) to provide grip in all riding modes. The center compound offers linear handling while the shoulder compound secures high grip and solid contact feeling
  • The front tires parallel S shaped grooves give optimal cornering force to improve stability, linear handling and absorption. Groove location across the tread center secures rich contact feeling and stable wet performance
  • The steel MS-BELT (mono-spiral belt) construction applied to front and rear tires absorbs sudden impact from bumps and offers high stability and tremendous line-holding in corners
  • HTSPC- ( High Tensile Super Penetrated Cord – Mono Spiral Belt ) technology in front and rear tire provides rich contact feel, strong grip and high-speed stability
  • 3D-CTDM ( Comprehensive Tire Design Method ) is advanced tire design technology that enables dynamic, three-dimensional simulations of tire performance at all lean angles
  • Compares to Dunlop Qualifier, Michelin Pilot Power/Pilot Sport HPX, Pirelli Diablo/Rosso, Metzeler Sportec M-3/M-1
  • O.E. replacement sizes available, see tire code reference below
O.E. Tire Size Codes:
  • 120/70ZR-17 E = 2008 Suzuki GSX-R750
  • 120/70ZR-17 J = 2008 Kawasaki ZX-10R
  • 120/70ZR-17 M = 2008 Suzuki GSX-R600
  • 120/70ZR-17 U = 2009 Ducati Monster 1100
  • 120/70ZR-17 L = 2009 Kawasaki ZX-6R


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Customer Reviews
Average Rating -  Based on 36 Review(s)
Stability   4.8
Wet Traction   4.2

Cornering   4.9
Tread life   4.3

Dry Traction   4.9
Overall   4.6
Latest Reviews
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
johnnycbr San Jose,  CA Battlax BT-016 Tires These tires are fantastic! Just replaced Metzler M1's front and rear. I've never ridden Bridgestones and the price was the deciding factor. The reviews seemed to be pretty good also. Anyway, I took it easy for the first 30 miles or so then decided to push them a bit. I hate to sound Zen, metaphysical or whatever but it was like I could feel every bit of the road through the tires. That's the only way I can explain it. Cornering was just effortless. Wherever I wanted the bike to go it went. I had so much fun on my last ride that I didn't see the cop that busted me for speeding. He was nice enough to write me up for only 2mph over the speed limit. I've ridden Michelins and Metzlers in the past but these are now my tire of choice. I gave them 5's for wet traction and tread life even though I really don't have a clue after about 200 miles. I'm assuming they'll do just fine.
Stability   4.0
Cornering   4.0
Dry Traction   2.0
Wet Traction   2.0
Tread life   3.0
Overall   3.0
sean jackson,  GA A fair priced tire Hey I recently spooned on a set of these bto16's on my KTM Supermoto and I have to say they leave a little something to be desired. I ran them in dry clean pavement and was surprised they took a little time to warm up. I even had to drop the pressure to 16 front 17 rear to get them to heat up enough (this was on a Supermoto). The grip is ok for a street rider who goes to the mountains every once in a while but hardcore mountain/trackday goers beware, grip is not there. I usually use Pilot Powers on the street and the 003 race compound on the track these bto's are much cheaper but grip is not as good. If you live and ride at an ok pace these will work great but inch up carefully because they will give before you realize it. I would recommend these for a rider on a budget wanting a good tire for street riding they will offer more traction than will be needed in these conditions but for track I would go with something stickier like the 003 race compound not the 003 trackday/street compound.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.6
fernando clarksville,  TN battlax BT016 Excellent tire, excellent value once broken in and warmed up gives performance and confidence that more expensive tires try to achieve. Very happy with this tire even in the rain handling is stable and responsive.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.6
Kavis Lawton,  OK BT-016 I have a CBR1000RR and just put a set of Bridgestone BT016 tires on the bike and what a difference over the stock dunlops. The grip,cornering, and lean angle is absolutely insane; this tire allows me put down all the power with great stability. I would recommend these tires to anyone.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   5.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   5.0
Jeffrey Pikeville,  NC Bridgestone-Battlax BT-016 Front Tire Great tire, I've only put 500 miles on it so far but I'm very impressed.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   4.6
Mike Glen burnie,  MD Great tires, better price I've only had them for a month or so but the tires are performing excellently. The tread seems like it's still brand new and I ride everyday almost! They take a little longer to heat up because they aren't as soft but when they do, they stick and hold the line. I haven't rode the in the rain, so I kept that score neutral. I will definitely buy again.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.6
For Jacksonville,  FL Must read if shopping for a tire WOW! This tire in combination with the BT-016 rear is amazing. I recently had these tires installed and was amazed how much of a difference premium tires like this make on everyday street riding. I am able to review and compare the front tire independently because I first installed the rear a few weeks ago and just today came around to installing the front. Right out of the shop with the new front tire installed, I started the scuffing and my warm up process by moving the bike side to side. I immediately noticed the way the tire wanted to grip the road. I then took it to the freeway and from that point on, I could not stop smiling. This is like a completely different bike. Bottom line, buy these tires. You won’t be disappointed.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.6
Kavis Lawton,  OK Excellent Tire I have a 2008 CBR1000RR and just replaced the stock tires with these bridgestones; what a change the bike handles totally different. The lean angle and grip is crazy I am very pleased with this purchase; I can't be sure on tire life because I only have 300 miles on the tires.
Stability   5.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   3.0
Tread life   4.0
Overall   4.4
Michael P Rossville,  GA Good tire 2005 ZX-6R. Good tires. I was deciding between these and the pilot roads. These were cheaper. They perform well and are predictable. Not sure about the wear yet. As long as they get more mileage than my old pilot powers then I'm happy. I recommend the bt016s.
Stability   3.0
Cornering   5.0
Dry Traction   5.0
Wet Traction   4.0
Tread life   5.0
Overall   4.4
Adam C Kissimmee,  FL Not bad I like the tire through corners; it turns in really quick and sticks nicely. Straight riding however is less nice. I've changed air pressures to all different amounts and it still feels really hard. There's less feedback then the PP I had before. I don't think I'd buy it again but we'll see.
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