The Bridgestone Racing Battlax Wet W01 is a high-performance tire specifically engineered for track and competition use in wet conditions. This tire caters to racers and track day enthusiasts who demand maximum grip and confidence when the track surface is compromised by rain.
The W01's key performance characteristic is its exceptional wet grip, allowing riders to maintain competitive lap times even in challenging conditions. Its design philosophy centers around providing the rider with enhanced feedback and a secure feeling at all lean angles. The tire's tread pattern is directly derived from Bridgestone's MotoGP wet racing tires, ensuring optimal water drainage and a large contact patch for superior grip. The grooves are strategically placed in the same direction as water flow to efficiently channel water away from the contact area, minimizing the risk of hydroplaning.
The soft compound of the Racing Battlax Wet W01 is formulated for rapid warm-up, enabling riders to push their limits from the start. Optimization of rigidity between front and rear tires provides ideal pattern deformation for top handling of today's powerful race bikes. Furthermore, Bridgestone utilizes a Mono Spiral Belt (MSB) construction, employing lightweight and durable cords wrapped around the circumference of the tire, contributing to enhanced grip, stability, and high-speed performance. The tire also features High Tensile Super Penetrated Cord (HTSPC), with steel cord material made of individually rubber insulated inner filaments with high thermal conductivity to enhance heat transfer and reduce the risk of blowout. Compared to its predecessors, the W01 promotes better average lap times and faster "best laps". The UTQG treadwear rating of 40 indicates the tire utilizes a very soft compound optimized for ultimate grip, with a trade-off in longevity.
