The Bridgestone Battlax S23 is a hypersport tire designed for the discerning rider who demands peak performance on both the street and the track. It builds upon the legacy of the S22, offering enhanced handling precision, stability, and exceptional grip in both dry and wet conditions. This tire caters to owners of sportbikes, nakeds, and sport-touring motorcycles who seek a versatile tire capable of spirited riding and track days.
The Battlax S23 distinguishes itself with a newly designed compound and updated tread pattern. The front tire utilizes a 3 Layer Compound (3LC), while the rear benefits from a 5 Layer Compound (5LC) technology. These multi-compound designs optimize durability in the center of the tire while maximizing grip towards the edges, resulting in enhanced cornering performance. The front shoulder and rear edge feature an optimized resin component for superior grip at high lean angles. The rear tire incorporates Bridgestone's Pulse Groove Technology, which improves water dispersion for enhanced wet performance.
Compared to its predecessor, the S22, the S23 boasts a higher land-sea ratio and increased pattern stiffness, contributing to improved handling, dry and wet traction, and feedback. Bridgestone's internal testing demonstrates faster lap times in both dry and wet conditions, shorter braking distances, and improved mileage compared to the S22. The S23 maintains the same shape and MS-Belt construction as the S22. The UTQG treadwear rating of 100 indicates a very soft compound, optimized for maximum grip in track and competition environments. The S23 sits in Bridgestone's hypersport tire line between the Battlax Racing Street RS11 and the S22.
